Common Sense Media Review
By Joly Herman
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Scary, cynical, gross, and not meant for kids.
Parents Need to Know
Why Age 9+?
Any Positive Content?
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Parent and Kid Reviews
Based on 16 parent reviews
Based on 62 kid reviews
Kids say this show blends dark humor and bizarre comedy, appealing mostly to teens and older audiences rather than young children; while some find its humor clever and full of character, others criticize it for its crude jokes and unsettling themes that could be inappropriate for younger viewers. Overall, it is remembered fondly by many for its unique style and the complex dynamic between characters, though parents should use discretion when deciding if it’s suitable for their children.
- dark humor
- not kid-friendly
- unique style
- mixed audience
- complex characters
Summarized with AI
Summarized with AI
What's the Story?
It's you and me against the world," says Mandy the anti-heroine of THE GRIM ADVENTURES OF BILLY AND MANDY. "We attack at dawn." Mandy (Grey DeLisle) is a character who never smiles, is ridiculed by the popular kids in her class, and who plays poker with the Grim Reaper (Greg Eagles), her best friend. She's unwittingly paired with her dimwit brother Billy (Richard Steven Horvitz), who thinks that shampoo and dog poo are the same thing.
Is It Any Good?
Goofy punchlines, obscure cultural references, and weird plotlines are what make this show tick. Parents will want to watch an episode or two to be certain that this program is OK for their kids. This brand of absurd humor certainly isn't for everyone, so double-check to make sure it's on target with your family's viewing parameters.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about whether the show is meant to be scary or not. Why would a show aimed at kids include the Grim Reaper as a character? Does he scare you, or do you find him funny? Why?
TV Details
- Premiere date : June 13, 2003
- Cast : Greg Eagles , Grey DeLisle , Richard Steven Horvitz
- Network : Cartoon Network
- Genre : Kids' Animation
- Topics : Book Characters
- TV rating :
- Last updated : October 9, 2025
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