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The Perils of Penelope Pitstop

(Rated TV-G, Children, cartoons, & animation, Starring Janet Waldo, Paul Lynde, Don Messick, Where to watch: Boomerang, DVD, Online)
  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 4, age appropriate for kids over 6; suggested age 6.
  • Is it any good?

    4.0
  • Common Sense says

    Retro cartoon offers fun and excitement.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 6 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    Penelope is a strong female role model, especially for the late '60s (when the show originally aired).
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence & scariness:

    The Evil Claw constantly sets traps for Penelope, mostly of the ropes-and-explosives variety.
  • Sexy stuff:

    Not an issue.
  • Language:

    Not an issue.
  • Consumerism:

    Not an issue.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Not an issue.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About The Perils of Penelope Pitstop

Parents need to know that this retro animated classic features one of the sweetest heroines ever to hit the TV screen. That said, not-so-nice concepts -- greed, violence, revenge -- are brought to the forefront in every episode. If parents take the time to explain these concepts (which potentially could set a bad example), then the show can be taken as silly, fun, exciting entertainment.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about the power of money. Why is money important? Can you be happy without having a lot of money? What's the difference between wanting money and being greedy? Would you say the Evil Claw is greedy? How can Penelope better protect herself from the Evil Claw?

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  1. Kid Reviewer Age 10
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    I rate this title on for age 6 and give it 5.0

    this is a good show!

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