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Tom and Jerry
(Rated TV-G, Children, cartoons, & animation, Where to watch: Boomerang, DVD)
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Not age appropriate for kids under 4, age appropriate for kids over 8; suggested age 6. -
Is it any good?
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Common Sense says
Cat and mouse face off in this classic cartoon.
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 6–8
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What Parents Need to Know
About Tom and Jerry
Parents need to know that this animated classic is far from educational. Although it's considered a masterpiece, some of the series' content -- particularly the consequence-free cartoon violence -- is iffy for younger viewers.
Read our full review by Deirdre Sheppard
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about why it's important to respect someone else even when competing with them. When does competition become unhealthy? Why is it inappropriate to make fun of someone else? Why can something be funny on TV but dangerous in real life?
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Most Recent Reviews
- I rate this title on for age 8 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
- Negative role models
Off 4- Iffy 5-7 On 8+
- I rate this title on for age 8 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
- Negative role models
Off 4- Iffy 5-7 On 8+
It's okay, but there is better.
- I rate this title on for age 6 and give it
Come on!
Just plain fun. Not that violent, but isn't on tv anymore because the violence level. Tom and jerry is classic! Watch it.
- I rate this title on for age 7 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
OK Show To Watch And For Kids To Watch Also
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Negative role models
- My highlights are:
- Educational
- Good role models
the show rules
i like it but there is alot of violent stuff BUT THAT'S THE BEST PART the role models are not the best then again they are also good
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