I loved this show, but once Barney Fife left, the show went downhill fast!
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The Andy Griffith Show
(Rated TV-G, Comedy, Starring Don Knotts, Ron Howard, Andy Griffith, Where to watch: TV Land, DVD, Online)
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Not age appropriate for kids under 5, age appropriate for kids over 6; suggested age 6. -
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Common Sense says
Cheery classic has positive, kid-friendly lessons.
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for Ages 6 and Up
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What Parents Need to Know
About The Andy Griffith Show
Parents need to know that although this classic '60s comedy series features simplistic storylines and dated humor, it also offers timeless lessons about responsibility, kindness, and the consequences of your behavior. It's a cheerful, squeaky clean -- and very idealized -- example of strong family and community relationships in a small town.
Read our full review by Melissa Camacho
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about what it's like to live in a small town. What are the advantages of living in a tight-knit community? Disadvantages? What do small towns offer that cities don't, and vice versa? Parents and kids can also talk about how families have been presented on television over the years. How has TV family life changed over the past 40+ years? What's the definition of family today? Do you think a single dad was a typical TV character during the '60s?
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- I rate this title on for age 7 and give it
Classic!
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
one of the best shows ever
i think all ages 2 to 200 would love this show
- I rate this title on for age 5 and give it
A great time! Entertaining but appropriate.
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
Still one of the best shows ever !!
I grew up in the late fifties and early sixties, and even though "The Andy Griffith Show" was winding down its run, I have enjoyed (to this day) the reruns. I look forward to the Memorial Day ALL DAY Marathon of classic Andy Griffith Episodes. I appreciate comedic talent, and I believe that great comics are able to utilize humor that is family friendy, and extremely funny. Andy Griffith was one of those shows that exempliphies classic, timeless humor.
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