The Damelio Show – WISE Score & Parent Review | Screenwise

The Damelio Show

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show2021

64%

WISE Score

5.0

TMDB

A somber, behind-the-scenes look at TikTok royalty that functions more as a cautionary tale about internet fame than a highlight reel.

5.0

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The Damelio Show

show

2021

64%

WISE Score

5.0

TMDB

A somber, behind-the-scenes look at TikTok royalty that functions more as a cautionary tale about internet fame than a highlight reel.

5.0

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Screenwise Verdict

If your kid is deep in the influencer-worship phase, The D'Amelio Show is the cold shower they probably need. It’s not the flashy, aspirational lifestyle porn you’d expect; it’s actually kind of a bummer, focusing heavily on the burnout and mental health crises that come with being the internet's favorite target.

By 2026, the D'Amelios are 'legacy' influencers, but the mechanics of the fame they deal with haven't changed. It's a solid watch for families who want to talk about the reality of the digital grind, even if the show itself feels a bit like a PR project at times. It’s safe, mostly wholesome, and surprisingly educational about the cost of a 'like.'

Age Fit

Best for ages 11 and up. Younger kids will likely find the focus on business meetings and therapy sessions boring, but middle schoolers on social media will find the 'behind the curtain' aspect fascinating.

WISE Breakdown

Wholesome

The family dynamic is genuinely supportive, but the tone is often heavy and anxious rather than 'feel-good.' It trades typical reality TV catfights for therapy sessions and family huddles.

Imaginative

It's a standard fly-on-the-wall reality production. There's no creative world-building here, just high-end production value following famous people around Los Angeles.

Safe

Very low on traditional 'red flag' content. The main safety consideration is the intense focus on mental health struggles, panic attacks, and the psychological toll of cyberbullying.

Enriching

Extremely useful as a 'de-influencing' tool. It shows the grueling, unglamorous side of internet fame and provides a solid jumping-off point for talks about mental health and digital literacy.

Parent Info

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Why It Might Be Great

Antidote to influencer envy by showing the literal tears and panic attacks behind the 15-second dance clips.
Models supportive parenting as Marc and Heidi D’Amelio navigate their daughters' sudden, massive fame with a focus on well-being over profit.
Mental health transparency is the show's real engine, making it one of the few reality shows that feels emotionally honest.
Media literacy goldmine for kids who don't understand how the 'attention economy' actually grinds people down.

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What to Watch For

The sisters deal with intense cyberbullying, and the show doesn't shy away from showing how much it hurts them.
Several episodes feature panic attacks and frank discussions about suicidal ideation and clinical anxiety.
It can be repetitive and slow; if your kid is looking for the high-energy vibe of their TikToks, they won't find it here.

Conversation Starters

"Does Charli actually seem like she's having fun being the most famous person on TikTok?"
"Why do you think people feel comfortable saying things in comments that they'd never say to someone's face?"
"If you could have 100 million followers but had to deal with that level of anxiety, would you take the trade?"
"What do you think their parents' most important job is right now?"

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