Adam Sandler: 100% Fresh – WISE Score & Parent Review | Screenwise

Adam Sandler: 100% Fresh

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WISE Score

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Sandler's raunchy musical comedy special: hilarious for adults, absolutely not for kids.

7.6/10

90%

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Adam Sandler: 100% Fresh

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TV-MA, 2018

32%

WISE Score

Avg. Tomatometer

Sandler's raunchy musical comedy special: hilarious for adults, absolutely not for kids.

7.6

90%

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Screenwise Verdict

Let's be crystal clear: this is not for kids, not for teens, not even for that mature 15-year-old. This is Adam Sandler doing what Adam Sandler does—crude, raunchy, profane musical comedy aimed squarely at adults who enjoy his particular brand of humor.

That said, if you ARE an adult fan, the ratings suggest this is actually one of his better efforts. The 90% critic score on Rotten Tomatoes is unusually high for Sandler, and the musical comedy format gives it a creative edge that sets it apart from typical stand-up specials.

From a WISE perspective, it scores low because it's decidedly not wholesome, barely safe (for adults only), and not particularly enriching beyond laughs. But as adult entertainment? It apparently delivers. Just keep it far, far away from the kids' Netflix profile.

Age Fit

This is strictly adult content, rated 17+ by Common Sense Media. The explicit sexual humor, profanity, and crude material make it completely inappropriate for teens and children. If you're an adult who enjoys Sandler's comedy style, you'll probably have a good time.

WISE Breakdown

Wholesome

This is classic Sandler comedy—crude, raunchy, and filled with sexual humor, profanity, and toilet jokes. While it's not mean-spirited or toxic, it's definitely not modeling kindness or emotional health. The musical comedy format has charm, but the content is decidedly adult and lowbrow.

Imaginative

Sandler's musical comedy approach is genuinely creative—writing original comedic songs and performing them in unconventional venues (including a subway station) shows originality. The format invites a different kind of comedy storytelling, blending music and humor in ways that are distinctive to his style.

Safe

Common Sense Media rates this 17+, and for good reason. Expect frequent strong language, explicit sexual content and references, crude humor, and adult themes throughout. This is absolutely not something you'd want a kid stumbling upon. The content is predictably unsafe for younger audiences—it's a comedy special aimed squarely at adults.

Enriching

As entertainment for adults, it delivers laughs and showcases Sandler's musical talent and comedic timing. The 90% RT critic score and 91% audience score suggest it's well-executed comedy. However, there's minimal cognitive growth, ethical insight, or meaningful takeaways beyond the entertainment value. It's funny, but not particularly enriching.

Parent Info

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Why It Might Be Great

High ratings across the board (90% RT critics, 91% audience, 7.6 IMDb) suggest this is genuinely funny comedy
Sandler's musical comedy format is creative and distinctive—original songs with comedic storytelling
Filmed in unconventional venues including comedy clubs and a subway station, giving it an authentic, guerrilla-style feel
If you're an adult who enjoys Sandler's brand of humor, this delivers exactly what you'd expect with solid execution

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What to Watch For

This is 17+ content—frequent strong language, explicit sexual humor, and crude material throughout
Zero educational or developmental value; this is purely adult entertainment
If you're not already a fan of Sandler's lowbrow comedy style, this won't convert you

Conversation Starters

"This isn't for kids, but: What makes something funny? Why do different people laugh at different things?"
"Sandler combines music and comedy—what other art forms work well together?"
"Why do you think comedy specials are so popular? What makes stand-up different from comedy movies?"

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