Why didn't anyone tell me this about Glee?

[Mickey Fliers]

Holy risque Batman. I had never seen an episode of Glee and lots of people were recommending that we get caught up on DVD. Okay. I get the first disc from Netflix and sit down with my boys to watch a nice, family, musical type show. YIKES!!

Not at all what I bargained for. Don't get me wrong, I love it. I just think it is a bit too much for my 11 and 7 year old. My almost 13 yo, okay...but the little ones...not so much. I had to tell them today that I thought it was too adult for them to keep watching.

I kept watching...

 

[Aimeedyan]

Yeah, definitely not family friendly. I love it but I wouldn't let kids watch it.

 

[mommakacie]

I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the show, but no way jose am I letting my kids watch it!!

 

[JVL1018]

I agree, love love love it! But not for my kids-they are 8 and 10 and too young for it, IMO.

 

[Kitzka]

I watch with DD 11 weekly. We love it. I even took DD to the live concert.

Lara

 

[mhsjax]

Same thing happened to me. My hubby started watching it and then he told the kids to come watch, they are 9, 11, and 13. I had a fit at first, but they watch it now. It has calmed down a little in the later episodes.

I am more relaxed in some areas, my kids watch a lot of stuff that other parents won't let their kids watch. No biggie, everyone is different, and I am different than most.

I do love the show, those kids are so talented.

 

[MushyMushy]

What did you expect from Fox?

 

[Keli]

What did you expect from Fox?

I'm probably dense here but I don't get this comment? Does fox have more 'adult' types of shows than other network television? I hadn't ever noticed if that's the case so that's why I'm asking.

 

[bicker]

Grossly generalizing: Fox and CW tend to place seemingly younger people in arguably more mature circumstances, practicing a more subtle shades-of-gray approach with younger characters, while ABC, NBC and CBS tend to treat all younger people as either angelic cherubs or obvious drug fiends. However, there are great counter-examples, if you'd like to find them.

 

[kristilew]

I think it's maybe the kind of show that would go over the heads of younger kids, and they could just enjoy the songs. But no way do I let my DD12 anywhere near it. Between comments on how much a girl should appreciate not having a gag reflex to the whole Like a Virgin scene, there's way too many messages that don't work for how we're raising her.

But I do enjoy the show!

 

[czycropper]

My DH & I love, the show!. We DVR the show and then fast forward through the inappropriate scene when watching with our DD12 but will not let our DD10 watch it.

We can't wait for the new season.

I tried to get tickets when the concert came to Radio City but couldn't get any good seats - I'm hoping they'll do another in the fall or next year.

 

[Rora]

I love the musical numbers in Glee but could do without the teenage drama . I have friends that adore the show and I can understand why but it's just not for us.

That being said, I don't think I'd let my kids watch Glee until late middle school. It certainly has it's risque moments!

 

[Jennasis]

I used to watch Dynasty with my Mom when I was 10. No lasting damage from that.

Glee isn't risque IMO. It's themes are realistic (teen pregnancy, sex/abstinence, sexual orientation, parent relationships etc). of course the show itself amps it all up and I'm pretty sure my school didn't spontaneously break into song, but it is what it is.

As for the Fox comments...yeah, Fox pushes the envelope more than the other stations. I dig it!

 

[SydSim]

Grossly generalizing: Fox and CW tend to place seemingly younger people in arguably more mature circumstances, practicing a more subtle shades-of-gray approach with younger characters

I couldn't have said it better. I started watching it thinking that DD-13 and I could enjoy this together. I nixed that idea after the first episode. As I watched it more, I saw it settle down a bit (more PG-12 stuff as opposed to PG-17, but that's my personal take on the way things are rated these days), and now we watch some episodes together.

There was an earlier thread on this same topic. Basically, families know what their children can handle. My DD-13 is a little immature, so I don't feel that some of the humor is appropriate for her. BFF has a DD-13 who is extremely mature and could handle Glee when she was 8.

My 49 year old sister, who has no kids, just started watching it and absolutely loves it!

 

[Minnie_me]

It's rated TV-14 for a reason! I don't let my 12-year old DD watch it. No way!

I do DVR it and let my daughters watch the musical numbers with me the next day.

 

[onelilspark]

I think I was 8 when I was watching 90210. I didn't find it interesting in the least, but all the "cool" girls at school were watching. My Mom said that if I wanted to watch it, she would watch it with me so that she could answer any questions I might have. I think it worked out well. I remember having heart to hearts with her after a couple shows because I didn't understand what was going on. I turned out alright

 

[We_Love_Disney]

Glee should be/is an adult show. I get embarrassed watching it with my 17 year old. I like the musical numbers and the dancing. The acting is sub-par or over the top, and the plot lines are thin and near non-existent.

Children - under 16 should be nowhere near the television when this one is on.

Just another show geared towards pushing the envelope as far as possible.

I do wonder if the writers could do one show that is PG leaving out the gratuitous sexual innuendos and overt adult themes. Perhaps then real talent would show through.

 

[Karibeth19]

I started letting my DD13 watch it with us about halfway through the season, and she watched the first few episodes on DVD to catch up. I'll admit I'm sometimes embarrassed with the sexual innuendo, and will fast forward the DVR if there is something I don't want her to see, but the show has also given us a great jumping off point for some good discussions about sex and making choices. What I have respected about the show is that it doesn't really glorify teenage sex. Quinn made bad choices, and there were definitely consequences: pregnancy, loss of popularity, medical bills, etc. (Don't want to list more, and ruin it for those who haven't seen it all. If you've seen the show, you know what happens! ) It may not have been completely realistic, but really, what can you expect from a TV show? However, the pregnancy definitely wasn't portrayed as a happy thing, without any negative repercussions. Also, though the "Like a Virgin" scene was a bit intense, the conclusion portrayed a good message. Emma and Rachel decided to say no because they weren't ready, and were doing it for all the wrong reasons. Finn, who wound up sleeping with the "easy" girl, was upset and disappointed in himself because, "It didn't mean anything." It was another great opportunity for my me and my DD to discuss choices, and our values when it comes to sex.
I know many families would make the choice not to allow their kids to see the show because of the content, and that is perfectly fine. Everyone should do what is best for their family. But, for us, the show has opened up a line of communication, and hopefully our discussions will stick with my DD in the future when she is faced with similar situations.

 

[MushyMushy]

I'm probably dense here but I don't get this comment? Does fox have more 'adult' types of shows than other network television? I hadn't ever noticed if that's the case so that's why I'm asking.

Well, Fox isn't one of the channels I'd give younger kids free access to, let me just put it that way. Like another poster said, that network tends to push the envelope, which I personally love as an adult, but wouldn't necessarily let kids watch.

 

[charming23]

I adore Glee but I do see why younger children should not be encouraged to watch. It is a bit risque at times but I think it deals with those moments rather well and is not as bad as some shows on television.