Nobody Wants This – WISE Score & Parent Review | Screenwise

Nobody Wants This

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38%

WISE Score

Avg. Tomatometer

A rabbi falls for a sex-positive podcaster in this adult rom-com that's charming for grown-ups but absolutely not for the kids.

87%

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Nobody Wants This

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TV-MA, 2024

38%

WISE Score

Avg. Tomatometer

A rabbi falls for a sex-positive podcaster in this adult rom-com that's charming for grown-ups but absolutely not for the kids.

87%

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Screenwise Verdict

Look, this is a well-reviewed adult rom-com that critics liked and audiences enjoyed. It's got charm, decent writing, and explores interfaith dating with some nuance.

But let's be crystal clear: this is NOT for kids. Not for tweens. Not even really for young teens unless you're comfortable with explicit sexual content and language. The title 'Nobody Wants This' is almost ironic because plenty of adults DO want this kind of smart, sexy rom-com.

If you're looking for something to watch after the kids are in bed? Sure, this could be a fun choice. But it has zero place in a family media library for children, and the WISE score reflects that reality. It's not a bad show—it's just completely inappropriate for young viewers, which tanks its score in a system designed to help parents find kid-appropriate content.

For adults looking for date-night viewing, bump this up to a 70. For parents evaluating family content, this stays right where it is.

Age Fit

This is an adult romantic comedy, full stop. The 15+ rating is a bare minimum, but honestly, this is best for viewers 17+ who can appreciate mature relationship dynamics without needing a parent nearby for awkward moments. Adults will get the most out of it.

WISE Breakdown

Wholesome

A romantic comedy about a rabbi and a podcast host navigating interfaith dating. While it explores genuine relationship dynamics and family tensions, the show includes adult sexual content, mature language, and relationship drama that often centers on physical attraction rather than emotional depth. The tone is contemporary and sometimes cynical rather than emotionally nurturing.

Imaginative

The premise of an interfaith romance between a rabbi and a sex-positive podcast host offers some creative potential and explores cultural collision in a modern context. However, it's a fairly standard rom-com structure without particularly innovative storytelling or world-building. It doesn't invite active creativity or exploration from viewers—it's passive entertainment.

Safe

Common Sense Media rates this for ages 15+, which signals mature content. As an adult romantic comedy on Netflix, this likely contains sexual content, explicit language, adult themes around sex and relationships, and potentially uncomfortable family conflict. This is definitively NOT safe for younger viewers and contains content that would be inappropriate for children to stumble upon. The 'kids mode available' refers to Netflix's general parental controls, not that this show is appropriate for kids mode.

Enriching

The show tackles interfaith relationships, cultural identity, family expectations, and modern dating with some depth. There's potential for conversations about religious tolerance, compromise in relationships, and navigating family dynamics. However, it's primarily entertainment-focused rather than deeply educational. The 87% critic score and 7.8 IMDb rating suggest quality execution, but it's not groundbreaking or particularly insight-driven.

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Why It Might Be Great

Strong critical reception (87% on Rotten Tomatoes) suggests well-crafted storytelling and genuine chemistry
Explores interfaith relationships and cultural identity in a modern context—could spark meaningful conversations among adults
Balances humor with real relationship challenges, avoiding pure fluff while staying entertaining
Represents contemporary dating realities for adults navigating complex identities and family expectations

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What to Watch For

This is firmly adult content—sexual themes, explicit language, and mature relationship dynamics throughout
The 15+ rating from Common Sense Media is actually conservative; this is really for older teens at minimum, adults ideally
Family conflict and religious/cultural tension are central themes that could feel heavy
Not something you want playing when kids walk through the room

Conversation Starters

"How do you think couples navigate different religious backgrounds in real life?"
"What compromises seem reasonable in a relationship versus dealbreakers?"
"How much should family opinions influence who you date or marry?"

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