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By Joyce Slaton
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Great cast in fish-out-of-water comedy; drinking, sex.
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Schitt's Creek
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Based on 26 parent reviews
Based on 66 kid reviews
Kids say that this TV show is incredibly funny and full of character development, making it enjoyable for a range of ages, especially older teens. However, parents should be aware of the frequent swearing, sexual references, and discussions about drug use, which may not be suitable for younger audiences; thus, maturity levels should be considered when deciding who watches.
- humor
- character development
- parental guidance
- maturity considerations
- LGBTQ representation
- family-friendly
Summarized with AI
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What's the Story?
Johnny and Moira Rose (Eugene Levy, Catherine O'Hara) used to rule over a vast video store empire. But that was back when people still watched videos. Now they're down––with their former mansion and all its contents seized by the U.S. government––but not out: As a joke, Johnny once purchased the backwater town of SCHITT'S CREEK. Now that's the only place left for them to go, so the Roses retreat there with their spoiled kids David (Daniel Levy, son of Eugene) and Alexis (Annie Murphy) and their broken dreams. They're greeted by feckless Mayor Roland Schitt (Chris Elliott), who offers his new overlords his own creepy brand of friendship; Stevie Budd (Emily Hampshire), the proprietor of the sleazy motel that's their new home; and a whole cast of quirky characters.
Is It Any Good?
Levy and O'Hara are certified comic geniuses, able to breathe life into the most unfunny of situations. And over the years, they've turned Schitt's Creek's timeworn premise into one of Canada's most beloved exports. With over-the-top but remarkably nuanced characters, including Dan Levy's often prissy, sometimes mean, but ultimately open-hearted David, this "rich city people go to the backwoods and learn lessons" series is delightful. Add in O'Hara's oft-memed performance as matriarch Moira Rose, and what started as some very average comic material put over by great comic actors has developed into a wonderfully character-driven sitcom.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about real-life celebrity families who bear a resemblance to the Roses in Schitt's Creek. Which famous people do you think the Roses were based on, if any?
Are viewers supposed to like the Roses? One family member more than others? How can you tell? What about the way they're presented makes them likable or unlikable?
How do Eugene and Moira grow over the course of the series? What about David and Alexis?
How do the characters demonstrate humility and empathy? Why are these important strengths?
TV Details
- Premiere date : February 11, 2015
- Cast : Eugene Levy , Catherine O'Hara , Chris Elliott , Daniel Levy , Annie Murphy
- Network : Pop TV
- Genre : Comedy
- Topics : Family Stories
- Character Strengths : Empathy , Humility
- TV rating :
- Awards : Emmy - Emmy Award Winner , Emmy - Emmy Award Nominee , Golden Globe - Golden Globe Award Winner , Golden Globe - Golden Globe Award Nominee
- Last updated : April 8, 2026
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