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By Emily Ashby
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Funny commentary on big-family dynamics has kind messages.
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The Loud House
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Based on 105 parent reviews
Parents say the show intended for younger audiences often contains themes and humor that many consider inappropriate, including crude jokes and questionable storylines. While some parents commend the representation of diverse families, others express concern over its portrayal of sibling dynamics and adult themes, suggesting that it might be better suited for slightly older children rather than the targeted age group.
- inappropriate themes
- diverse families
- crude humor
- parenting issues
- age suitability
- mixed reviews
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Based on 214 kid reviews
Kids say this show is both funny and heartwarming, making it well-suited for children and families, as it promotes themes of family, diversity, and friendship. However, some viewers express concern about its content, pointing out that it may feature inappropriate humor and conflict among characters, alongside moments that could be interpreted as lessons for older audiences.
- funny and heartwarming
- promotes family values
- includes diverse cast
- concerns about humor
- lessons for older audiences
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What's the Story?
THE LOUD HOUSE centers on 11-year-old Lincoln Loud (voiced by Sean Ryan Fox, Grant Palmer, Collin Dean, Jackson Petty, Tex Hammond, Asher Bishop, Bentley Griffin, and Sawyer Cole), the lone boy among 10 sisters in a household that's bursting at the seams. Being sandwiched between his siblings isn't easy, so Lincoln relies on his best friend, Clyde (Caleel Harris, Andre Robinson, Jahzir Bruno, and Jaeden White), to help him survive the daily drama and all kinds of chaos that's routine in this house. Over time, Lincoln, his sisters, and their friends learn from their mistakes and grow into more mature versions of themselves as the show follows him into his teen years.
Is It Any Good?
Inspired by personal experience, creator Chris Savino does a great job presenting the ups and downs of life in a big family as seen by the story's strong-willed hero, Lincoln. Crucial to The Loud House's appeal are the many distinct personalities of his sisters—from demanding first child Lori (Catherine Taber) to gloomy emo Lucy (Jessica DiCicco)—who always manage to throw a wrench into their brother's plans. Sometimes it's on purpose; other times it's by accident. But in every case, it sends Lincoln on a comically desperate mission of self-advocacy to carve out his own place in a house that's overrun by his sisters.
Kids will come to The Loud House for the laughs, but they'll return for the excellent ensemble cast and heartwarming themes that dominate every story. Sibling rivalry and personality clashes have their rightful place in this show (it's not a fantasy, after all), but each time Lincoln seems ready to throw in the towel on his needs being met, one or more of his sisters come to his rescue in ways that would make any parent proud.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about family dynamics in The Loud House. Can you relate to how Lincoln and his siblings get along? What are the benefits of having siblings? The challenges? If you have siblings, in what ways can you learn from one another and grow into better people together?
Have you ever felt lost in a crowd like Lincoln does? Why is it important to communicate your feelings to your family and friends? On the flip side, why is it just as important to have empathy for others? Are there times when that's especially difficult to do?
How does Lincoln rank among your favorite TV characters? Is he likable? Why, or why not? In situations where he's not, how would you do things differently if you were in his shoes?
How do the characters in The Loud House demonstrate communication and empathy? Why are these important character strengths?
TV Details
- Premiere date : May 2, 2016
- Cast : Jessica Di Cicco , Grant Palmer , Catherine Taber
- Network : Nickelodeon
- Genre : Kids' Animation
- Topics : Adventures , Family Stories ( Siblings )
- Character Strengths : Communication , Empathy
- TV rating :
- Awards : Common Sense Selection , Emmy - Emmy Award Winner
- Last updated : January 9, 2026
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