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Check It Out! with Dr. Steve Brule (2010) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

See Dr. Steve learn about restaurants, spend time with his family, conquer his fears, and more. Featuring guest appearances by Jan Skylar, Wayne Skylar, and David Liebe Hart.

TV-MA • 2010 • 4 seasons

7.9
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17+

A surreal parody of local-access television, 'Check It Out! with Dr. Steve Brule' earns its TV-14 rating for its consistently awkward, bizarre, and often disturbing content. The series contains frequent crude sexual humor, including frank discussions of masturbation and various sex acts, as well as moments of startling, cartoonish gore, like a character cutting off a finger. Substance use is also a factor, with scenes of a character… Sign up for the full guide

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Is Check It Out! with Dr. Steve Brule appropriate for kids?

A surreal parody of local-access television, 'Check It Out! with Dr. Steve Brule' earns its TV-14 rating for its consistently awkward, bizarre, and often disturbing content. The series contains frequent crude sexual humor, including frank discussions of masturbation and various… Read more — free account

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Substances Intense 10/10
Language Intense 10/10
Sex/Nudity Intense 10/10
Violence/Gore Intense 10/10
Mature Themes Intense 10/10

Sex and nudity in Check It Out! with Dr. Steve Brule

The season contains strong, crude, and recurring sexual content, primarily through explicit discussions and innuendo rather than visual depiction. Characters, especially Jan and Wayne Skylar, frequently discuss their sexual relationship in graphic detail, including references to masturbation and anal sex. Dr. Brule often misinterprets or clumsily attempts to explain sexual topics, leading to uncomfortable humor.

Violence and gore in Check It Out! with Dr. Steve Brule

Mild but graphic self-inflicted violence occurs when Dr. Steve accidentally cuts off his own finger, shown with close-ups of the severed digit and bleeding wound. Another scene involves Dr. Steve biting into a lollipop, resulting in blood and teeth coming out of his mouth. Casino guards are implied to have broken Dr. Steve's legs off-screen.

Language in Check It Out! with Dr. Steve Brule

Mild profanity is used infrequently, sometimes bleeped, and typically part of the show's chaotic and awkward style. Dr. Brule occasionally uses crude or nonsensical terms, but harsh or explicit language is not a recurring feature specific to this season.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Check It Out! with Dr. Steve Brule

Alcohol consumption is present, often leading to Dr. Brule's visible intoxication and graphically depicted vomiting in one episode. Other substances, such as a hallucinogen, are consumed by Dr. Brule, leading to disoriented behavior, which is generally portrayed for comedic effect without glorification.

Mature themes in Check It Out! with Dr. Steve Brule

The season explores themes of social ineptitude, mental fragility, and the darker underbelly of interpersonal relationships. The overall tone is one of discomfort and awkwardness, with Dr. Brule often revealing his guests' personal struggles and anxieties in a public forum. The final episode, "Crime," deals with themes of criminality and punishment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Check It Out! with Dr. Steve Brule appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Check It Out! with Dr. Steve Brule is best for ages 17+. It's rated TV-MA. A surreal parody of local-access television, 'Check It Out! with Dr. Steve Brule' earns its TV-14 rating for its consistently awkward, bizarre, and often disturbing content. The series contains frequent crude sexual…

What age rating does Check It Out! with Dr. Steve Brule have?

Check It Out! with Dr. Steve Brule is rated TV-MA. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 17+.

What is Check It Out! with Dr. Steve Brule about?

A surreal parody of local-access television, 'Check It Out! with Dr. Steve Brule' earns its TV-14 rating for its consistently awkward, bizarre, and often disturbing content. The series contains frequent crude sexual humor, including frank discussions of masturbation and various sex acts, as well as moments of…

How many seasons does Check It Out! with Dr. Steve Brule have?

Check It Out! with Dr. Steve Brule has 4 seasons covered in this parent guide. Sign up to see a season-by-season breakdown.

Is there sex or nudity in Check It Out! with Dr. Steve Brule?

Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across Check It Out! with Dr. Steve Brule.

How violent is Check It Out! with Dr. Steve Brule?

Violence isn't a standout concern across Check It Out! with Dr. Steve Brule per our reviewers.

Is the language in Check It Out! with Dr. Steve Brule appropriate for kids?

Strong language isn't flagged across Check It Out! with Dr. Steve Brule.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Check It Out! with Dr. Steve Brule?

Drug, alcohol, and smoking depictions are minimal across Check It Out! with Dr. Steve Brule.

What mature themes appear in Check It Out! with Dr. Steve Brule?

Heavy thematic material isn't a defining feature of Check It Out! with Dr. Steve Brule.

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