Slartibartfast Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 Glee is on netflix, would it be ok for a ten year old? We don't let her watch Adult Swim, Tosh.0 or shows that used to be cool for kids but suddenly the franchise has tons of sex (Stargate :glare:) Is it ok? I haven't seen it before and we would like something we can watch together. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GailV Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 Yes, it's inappropriate. It's rated TV14 for a reason. It could perhaps sail right over their heads, or it could lead to all sorts of family discussions, but, really, why go there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
littlebug42 Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 I would not allow my children to watch it. From what I have seen, I think it takes a cavalier attitude about sex (heterosexual and homosexual) and I know there was an episode this year with excessive teen drinking. I wouldn't watch it with my daughters until they were teens. It really depends on what you consider objectionable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abbeyej Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 Yes. Not even remotely appropriate. It's unfortunate, 'cause much of the music is a lot of fun. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slartibartfast Posted April 13, 2011 Author Share Posted April 13, 2011 Netflix just says it is PG, it doesn't say TV14 I don't think. herm. Maybe netflix should work on that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tammyw Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 Totally inappropriate in my eyes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MyLittleWonders Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 I agree ... Dh and I love it, and if we are watching on DVD (we had to catch up) or from the DVR, I'll let the boys watch the singing/dancing parts, but the story lines themselves are pretty inappropriate for anyone under the age of about 14, at least in my opinion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ByGrace3 Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 it's inappropriate for me :tongue_smilie: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linders Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 DH and I watch because we love the music. But I find myself asking, "Is there anyone on this program who is faithful to the person they are currently daiting/sleeping with?" Teen sex, adult sex, drinking - definitely older teen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mommymilkies Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 Yes, it's inappropriate. I have let my kids watch some of the singing scenes, carefully selected, though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teachermom2834 Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 Very inappropriate. It is entertaining and I watch it with dh but my oldest is about to be 13 yo and I have a hard time seeing this anywhere in our near future. There is lots of fodder for discussion, however, and if I ever did allow my dc to watch it we would have to do alot of talking. The bottom line for me is the cavalier attitude about teens sleeping around, teachers sleeping around, etc. Sex isn't a joke and I think the story lines on this show make it seem totally normal to have lots of partners as teenagers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
missiemick Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 I have to agree with everyone else -- very inappropriate for children. The more recent seasons even gross me out a bit. But, I DO love the singing and dancing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhonda in TX Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 I don't let my 13 yo watch it, so yeah, I think it's inappropriate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dinsfamily Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 it's inappropriate for me :tongue_smilie: :iagree: I watch it because I love the music but my dc will have to watch reruns when they are adults. Way too much sex, I wish they'd tone it down. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LibraryLover Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 (edited) Oh...goodness...it's OK here. We always forget about Glee, but when someone reminds us...like now!! we're all over Hulu. My youngest and I enjoy Glee. She is working on a short story currently (night owl!!) but next time we are looking for a sitcom, we'll check in! I cannot believe I forgot about this show! Now I am thinking there must be some Modern Family episodes I've missed. :auto: Fun-ness! Edited April 13, 2011 by LibraryLover Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redsquirrel Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 DH and I loooove Glee (and modern family, lol) but I would never allow my 10 year old son to watch. 14? Yeah. I'm ok with that. Maybe... Ask me when we get there, ok? But not now. Too bad because I know both my kids would love it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LibraryLover Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 I've must not have seen any supah- sex episodes. The episodes we saw were very tender. My dd and I cried when the theater kid told his dad he was gay and the Dad was so accepting. :grouphug: That was wonderful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swellmomma Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 I let my kids watch it and use it as a discussion starter. When it comes to sex, drinking etc that they show ont eh show we discuss them and reiterate our values but in the end we all watch it and love it. THe kids think the music is great and tend to focus more on that rather than the rest of the show. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ellie Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 It isn't appropriate for *me*, much less for a 10yo.:glare: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LibraryLover Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 I happened to see that episode. I liked it too. Of course I can't get over the fact the father plays in local Time Warner cable commercials, but that's another discussion. :lol: I don't know what any of that means :lol:, but what I have seen of Glee has been poignant. I don't have any issues or worries that it would be bad for my kids, given what I have seen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abbeyej Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 I've must not have seen any supah- sex episodes. The episodes we saw were very tender. My dd and I cried when the theater kid told his dad he was gay and the Dad was so accepting. :grouphug: That was wonderful. I suspect you've only seen season 1. When the worst we had to worry about was teen pregnancy and marital infidelity and coming out... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michelle My Bell Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 :iagree: it's inappropriate for me :tongue_smilie: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFSinIL Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 No. Pre-watch it - it is fun, I enjoy it - but 10 is too young. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murphy101 Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 Not in my house. Tho dh and I enjoy it after they go to bed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FortWorthCookes Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 It's a fun show music-wise, but I don't consider it appropriate for anyone, especially anyone under the age of 18! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bettyandbob Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 I like the show. I just started letting dd (13.5) watch. We also have a lot of discussions about what's inappropriate. We don't watch weekly either. I think they've toned it down a little from season 1, but still very very inappropriate. No way should a 10 year old watch this show. Really the show is probably inappropriate for me, but it's quite entertaining. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JenC3 Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 I've must not have seen any supah- sex episodes. The episodes we saw were very tender. My dd and I cried when the theater kid told his dad he was gay and the Dad was so accepting. :grouphug: That was wonderful. Yeah, that was season 1. season 2nd completely different and totally inappropriate. My dc will only get to watch season 1 when they are teens, not ten. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heather in Neverland Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 it's inappropriate for me :tongue_smilie: Ditto. Which is a bummer because the music is great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forget-Me-Not Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 it's inappropriate for me :tongue_smilie: :iagree: We watched season 1, but boy howdy they cranked it up in Season 2 and we've since removed the timer from our DVR. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hannah C. Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 What everyone else said. No way is it appropriate for a 10yo. There's a lot of sex. (Personally, though, I think the drinking episode might be useful in discouraging teenage drinking - it certainly shows some of the negative consequences..) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DawnL Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 My dd is 10 and she listens to the CDs with me. That's it. She asks to watch and there's no way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sara in AZ Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 :iagree: it's inappropriate for me :tongue_smilie: As much as I love the characters and the music, I stopped watching a few weeks ago. I just can't stomach the storyline anymore. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SEP Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 it's inappropriate for me :tongue_smilie: :iagree: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stephanier.1765 Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 I watch it with my 15yo ds and there have been a few times I've told him he's not old enough for particular episodes. I am not strict about this sort of thing so that's truly how bad some of them have been. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jenny in Florida Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 If you're asking the question, then yes it's probably inappropriate for your child. For what it's worth, though, our son has been watching with us for close to a year. He was 12 when we let him catch up and start watching with us. Yes, there is sexual content. Yes, the characters are not moral exemplars. However, we find it gives us a push to talk about things with him. And, as a bonus, it is one of the shows/films/books that helped him decided he did NOT want to go to high school next year. He's a little younger than most of his friends, but they all watch, too, and have since the show started. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clarkacademy Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 I have seen bits and pieces here and there and from what I saw I think it is stupid. Not judging another who may like it but I think it is dumb. My daughter saw preview she is 13 and I really thought it be another "I wanna watch that", but no she said that looks so dumb. There is not many sitcoms on that I watched with her when she was 10. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoPlaceLikeHome Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 Glee is on netflix, would it be ok for a ten year old? We don't let her watch Adult Swim, Tosh.0 or shows that used to be cool for kids but suddenly the franchise has tons of sex (Stargate :glare:) Is it ok? I haven't seen it before and we would like something we can watch together. So Stargate on Netflix is bad for kids?:svengo:DS son has been watching. Should I be concerned? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cbollin Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 My 15 y.o thinks it's "dumb". I like it except the 2nd half of the 2nd season has the feel of jumping the shark. I'm at the point where a lot of it is just not keeping my attention and I watch it on hulu. Why not just check out the last 5 shows on hulu and see what you think. Watch it with the headphones on and when kids aren't around. I liked the original songs they did at regionals (loser like me), but I'm tired of the love triangle/octagon with the main characters. grown tired of Jane Lynch and her character. come on - when will Coach Bieste and Mr. Shu start dating? I'm sure they'll have Kurt and Blaine break up and then what? I don't think it's appropriate for 10 year old. but I do still like the Time Warp song from rockyglee horror. the teen drinking episode - mixed review on that. it's stopping being funny, and heading for jumping the shark if it hasn't done so already. the music has been good. still like their version of Safety Dance. -crystal Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H.S. Burrow Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 So Stargate on Netflix is bad for kids?:svengo:DS son has been watching. Should I be concerned? I was wondering what she's referring to. :confused: We own all of SG-1 and Stargate Atlantis. We've seen all of SG-U to date. I would watch the Children of the Gods episode in SG-1 (very first episode) as that originally aired on Showtime and has brief frontal nudity. They have since made a DVD of that episode without the nudity. I don't which is on Netflix or in the new boxed set. The original DVD set has the brief frontal nudity...we skip that part. The only thing that I can think of is a couple of SG-U episodes are more in line with the new Battlestar Galatica. There's a closet scene in the first SG-U. Overall, SG-U has more mature themes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhonda in TX Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 So did I. They really lost me with the show about drinking. I thought it was very poorly handled. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizzie in Ma Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 I won't let my 14 year old watch it either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5forMe Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 I am not strict about what my kids watch, however, Glee is super inappropriate if you ask me. It is so in your face sexual innuendos and kids sleeping around that I won't let my kids watch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jenny in Florida Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 I have seen bits and pieces here and there and from what I saw I think it is stupid. Not judging another who may like it but I think it is dumb. My daughter saw preview she is 13 and I really thought it be another "I wanna watch that", but no she said that looks so dumb. There is not many sitcoms on that I watched with her when she was 10. I noticed several comments saying the show is "stupid" or "dumb" and thought I had to chime in. I do think this show appeals to a certain kind of audience, and most of the folks I know (of all ages) who love it tend to be either performers or unapologetic nerds. (I'm in the latter category. My kids are in the former.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnnaM Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 I don't watch it and I certainly wouldn't let my child watch it. I enjoy some of their covers but I hear it through the radio not from watching the show. Which I also agree, from what I saw, it was stupid. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
homeschooltoone Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 I'm watching Season 1 on Netflix now. I think it is inappropriate for my 11 years ds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peela Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 THe kids (teens) and I have enjoyed it but no I would not think it was appropriate for a 10yo. There is a lot of teen romance in it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cbollin Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 I noticed several comments saying the show is "stupid" or "dumb" and thought I had to chime in. I do think this show appeals to a certain kind of audience, and most of the folks I know (of all ages) who love it tend to be either performers or unapologetic nerds. (I'm in the latter category. My kids are in the former.) ah, this explains why I like watching it once in a while. :lol: some of the episodes are just so over the top satire... but the last few episodes, oh well... -crystal Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TechWife Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 I won't let my 14 year old watch it either. Same here. I actually just pulled it up on Netflix instant view this week. I watched the first episode and about 7 minutes of the second episode. That was enough. It won't be on in our house. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jackie in NE Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 Glee is on netflix, would it be ok for a ten year old? We don't let her watch Adult Swim, Tosh.0 or shows that used to be cool for kids but suddenly the franchise has tons of sex (Stargate :glare:) Is it ok? I haven't seen it before and we would like something we can watch together. Yes, it is inappropriate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaMere Academy Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 Yes. Very. I let my 15.5 year old dd watch it and at times I cringe. It's not even appropriate for her really. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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