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HOUSE

FOX Tuesday, at 800 ET

 PTC Summary:

Production Companies: Heel and Toe Films and Bad Hat Harry Productions and NBC Universal Studios
Producers: Paul Attanasio, Katie Jacobs, David Shore, and Bryan Singer
Creator: David Shore

Dr. Gregory House is an unconventional physician. He is a genius diagnostician capable of solving cases that no one else can. His amazing skills are also complemented with an astonishing perception of human nature. With just a quick glance at his patients, he knows whether they are hiding something. However, House is also a troubled misanthrope and recovering drug addict. His bedside manner leaves much to be desired, as he is a scientist more interested in diseases than emotions.

The eighth season finds House returned to Princeton-Plainsboro Hospital after a stint in prison for ramming his car into Cuddy’s home. New female team members, Dr. Park and Dr. Adams, add humor and sexual tension as veterans Taub and Chase help them navigate the idiosyncrasies and pathologies of their new boss.

Sex is consistently a major issue on House, given the lead character’s penchant for prostitutes, strippers, and pornography. House also sexually harasses his female colleagues with frequent inappropriate comments. Profanity includes frequent use of “bitch,” “ass” and “bastard.” Violence is rare, though graphic surgery is sometimes shown.

House is not recommended for viewers under age 16.

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Show may include gratuitous sex, explicit dialogue, violent content, or obscene language, and is unsuitable for children.

The show contains adult-oriented themes and dialogue that may be inappropriate for youngsters.

Family-friendly show promoting responsible themes and traditional values.

Not yet rated by the PTC.


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