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Melissa Camacho By Melissa Camacho , based on child development research. How do we rate?

age 10+

Positive sitcom has drinking, suggestive comments, language.

Parents Need to Know

Parents need to know that How We Roll is a sitcom based on the life of pro bowler Tom Smallwood. It features some innuendo (only some of which will go over kids' heads), some

Why Age 10+? Sex, Romance & Nudity

Some suggestive content, like references to getting pregnant after dating for a

Language

Words like "ass" and "pissed" are audible.

 Drinking, Drugs & Smoking

Beer drinking is visible, and smoking pot is referenced.

 Violence & Scariness Not present Products & Purchases Not present Any Positive Content? Positive Messages

It highlights the importance of following your dreams, and how scary it can be w

 Positive Role Models

Tom Smallwood has a dream, but wants to follow it while being a responsible husb

 Diverse Representations

The Smallwoods are White; Archie and other secondary characters are Black.

  • Parents Need to Know

    Parents need to know that How We Roll is a sitcom based on the life of pro bowler Tom Smallwood. It features some innuendo (only some of which will go over kids' heads), some strong language, drinking, and references to smoking pot. It also features positive messages about family, friendship, and following your dreams.

  • Sex, Romance & Nudity

    some

    Some suggestive content, like references to getting pregnant after dating for a month, and talk about honeymoon activities. Some of this will fly over young kids' heads.

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  • Language

    some

    Words like "ass" and "pissed" are audible.

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  • Drinking, Drugs & Smoking

    some

    Beer drinking is visible, and smoking pot is referenced.

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  • Positive Messages

    some

    It highlights the importance of following your dreams, and how scary it can be when you do it. Family, friendship, and working hard are all themes, too.

  • Positive Role Models

    some

    Tom Smallwood has a dream, but wants to follow it while being a responsible husband and parent. His mother has concerns; overall, though, his family and friends are supportive.

  • Diverse Representations

    a little

    The Smallwoods are White; Archie and other secondary characters are Black.

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What's the Story?

HOW WE ROLL is a sitcom based on the life of professional bowler Tom Smallwood. When Smallwood (Pete Holmes) gets laid off from his assembly line job a few days before Christmas, he decides to pursue his dream of becoming a professional bowler. His wife Jen (Katie Lowes) and his son Sam (Mason Wells) fully support him, as does Archie (Chi McBride), his bowling mentor and owner of the local alley. But his mom (played by Julie White) is apprehensive, and hopes that he's making the right decision. Taking a chance like this isn't easy, but Tom knows he's being given a second chance for a reason.

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Is It Any Good?

Our review: Parents say : Not yet rated Kids say: Not yet rated

The lighthearted series highlights the ups and downs that come with taking big risks in hopes of reaching one's dreams. It uses humor to showcases the dynamics of the tight-knit family, along with the challenges that come with trying to make a living on the pro-bowling circuit. But while the messages are positive, the writing is sometimes flat, and the punch lines don't always work. Nonetheless, if you're looking for a series with some heart, How We Roll may fit the bill.

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Talk to Your Kids About ...

  • Families can talk about how people make a living as pro bowlers. Do they make as much money as NBA or NFL players? What kind of training to do they have to have in order to play as well as they do?

  • How much of the showoffers an accurate portrayal of Tom Smallwood's life? What kind of creative license did they take to make the series entertaining?

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TV Details

  • Premiere date : March 30, 2022
  • Cast : Pete Holmes , Katie Lowes , Chi McBride
  • Network : CBS
  • Genre : Comedy
  • Character Strengths : Communication , Perseverance
  • TV rating : TV-14
  • Last updated : March 23, 2022
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Did we miss something on diversity?

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