Holey Moley

Holey Moley

show

TV-PG, 2019

WISE
72%

WISE Score

96

Avg. Tomatometer

Extreme mini-golf meets Wipeout in this absurdly entertaining competition show that's actually safe for family viewing.

IMDb7.2
RT Critics96%
Common Sense Media
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Screenwise Verdict

Holey Moley is what happens when someone asks 'What if mini-golf but make it ridiculous?' and actually gets a decent budget. It's Wipeout meets putt-putt, with contestants navigating massive obstacles while commentators crack jokes.

The 96% critic score isn't wrong—this show knows exactly what it is and executes it well. It's silly, wholesome fun that won't rot anyone's brain but also won't teach them much beyond 'physics is hard when you're also dodging a giant rotating obstacle.'

Is it enriching? Not really. Will your kids want to watch it? Probably. Will you mind sitting through it with them? Actually no—it's legitimately entertaining in a turn-your-brain-off kind of way. Think of it as the TV equivalent of actual mini-golf: fun, low-stakes, occasionally frustrating, and nobody learns anything profound.

The competition format is refreshingly non-toxic, contestants are generally supportive of each other, and when someone face-plants into foam, everyone laughs—including them. In an era of reality TV manufactured drama, that's honestly refreshing.

Bottom line: Great for family viewing when you want something light and fun. Just don't expect it to make the honor roll.

Age Fit

Perfect for ages 7-14 who love physical comedy and competition shows. Younger kids might enjoy it with family, and adults genuinely find it entertaining too—it's one of those rare shows that works across ages without being annoying to anyone.

WISE Breakdown
Wholesome
82

Extreme mini-golf competition that's family-friendly and good-natured. Features comedic commentary from Rob Riggle and Joe Tessitore, with contestants supporting each other despite the competitive format. The over-the-top obstacles and silly premise keep the tone light and fun rather than mean-spirited. Some physical comedy with contestants getting knocked into water or foam pits, but it's all played for laughs.

Imaginative
75

Takes the familiar concept of mini-golf and supersizes it into absurdist, Wipeout-style obstacle courses. Holes include massive windmills, water hazards that contestants must physically navigate, and creative themed challenges. While contestants don't create anything themselves, the show demonstrates creative problem-solving and showcases impressive course design. It's more spectacle than deep creativity, but the imaginative course concepts are genuinely entertaining.

Safe
88

Very safe content with Common Sense Media rating of 9+. Contestants occasionally fall into water or get bumped by obstacles, but it's all cushioned and played for comedy. No violence, inappropriate content, or scary elements. The competitive format is friendly rather than cutthroat. Available in Hulu's kids mode. The only minor concern is occasional mild trash-talk or competitive ribbing, but nothing mean-spirited or inappropriate.

Enriching
55

Primarily entertainment-focused with limited educational value. Shows perseverance, sportsmanship, and handling both success and failure gracefully. Demonstrates basic physics concepts (angles, momentum) in action, though not explicitly taught. The main enrichment comes from seeing people pursue a goal and deal with setbacks humorously. It's fun family viewing but won't teach much beyond 'keep trying and have fun.' Entertainment value is high, but cognitive growth is minimal.

Parent Info

Why It Might Be Great

  • Genuinely funny for both kids and adults—96% on Rotten Tomatoes isn't a fluke
  • Wholesome competition that celebrates effort and good humor over cutthroat drama
  • Creative, over-the-top course design that makes regular mini-golf look boring
  • Shows people failing spectacularly and laughing about it, which is honestly a great life lesson
  • Perfect low-stakes family viewing that doesn't require much brain power after a long day

What to Watch For

  • It's pure entertainment—don't expect your kid to learn anything except maybe that giant windmills are hard
  • Some mild competitive trash-talk and silly commentary that's all in good fun
  • Contestants occasionally wipe out into water or get bonked by obstacles (but it's cushioned and comedic)
  • Can be a bit repetitive if you binge multiple episodes—best enjoyed in small doses

Conversation Starters

  • "Which hole would you want to try? Which one looks impossible?"
  • "How would you strategize that shot differently?"
  • "What's the funniest wipeout we've seen so far?"
  • "Would you rather be really good at mini-golf or really good at not falling into water?"
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