Memory Hole
Common Sense is a nonprofit organization. Your purchase helps us remain independent and ad-free.
Memory Hole
Did we miss something on diversity?
Research shows a connection between kids' healthy self-esteem and positive portrayals in media. That's why we've added a new "Diverse Representations" section to our reviews that will be rolling out on an ongoing basis. You can help us help kids by suggesting a diversity update.
Suggest an Update
A Lot or a Little?
The parents' guide to what's in this TV show.
What Parents Need to Know
Parents need to know that Memory Hole is a pop culture variety show hosted by Will Arnett (Lego Masters, Arrested Development) that focuses on retro videos and trends of the past. There's a major focus on sports and music from the '70s and '80s; the show's appeal has a lot to do with making fun of people doing things that seemed cool at the time but haven't aged well at all (e.g., people with bad haircuts singing corny songs). It has moderate profanity, including "s--t" and a lot of the word "d--k."
Community Reviews
There aren't any reviews yet. Be the first to review this title.
What's the Story?
In MEMORY HOLE, host Will Arnett unearths wild and ugly pop culture artifacts from decades past, attempting to answer the age-old question: What if we had memes in the '80s? Video clips from recent history include sports stars, people singing, and lots of things we now see as embarrassing and dated.
Is It Any Good?
The litmus test here is whether seeing someone riff for five minutes on a video from 30 to 40 years ago is funnier than just watching the video itself. Spoiler alert: It's usually not. Arnett sleepwalks through his hosting gig (think The Simpsons' Krusty the Clown recording voice-over for his Krusty doll), and most of the source material has already made the rounds on the usual online channels, which means Memory Hole doesn't even live up to filler status.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about pop culture. What differences are there between the videos shown from the '70s'/80s and the current stuff you like? How has culture changed? Has it gotten better or worse? What do you think constitutes "bad" entertainment?
Is there anything you currently enjoy that you can see being comedic fodder for a Memory Hole-type show 40 years from now? What is it and why?
Why do you think some things have lasting power (classic books, for example) and others become dated quickly (hairstyles, etc.)?
TV Details
- Premiere date: April 6, 2020
- Cast: Will Arnett
- Network: Quibi
- Genre: Variety Show
- Topics: Sports and Martial Arts, Arts and Dance, Music and Sing-Along
- TV rating: NR
- Last updated: February 27, 2022
Our Editors Recommend
-
The Daily Show with Trevor Noah
Funny, satirical news softer than Stewart, best for teens.
-
Late Night with Jimmy Fallon
Sometimes-racy show has younger feel than other chat fests.
-
Tim and Eric Awesome Show, Great Job!
Quirky skits blend animation and live action.
For kids who love silly fun
Common Sense Media's unbiased ratings are created by expert reviewers and aren't influenced by the product's creators or by any of our funders, affiliates, or partners.
See how we rate