World's Strictest Parents

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  • 2009
  • 2 Seasons
  • 4.0  (40)

World's Strictest Parents was an American television show that aired on CMT from 2009 to 2013. The show features troubled teens who are sent to live with strict and disciplinarian parents in an effort to turn their lives around. The premise of the show is to teach these teenagers some structure, responsibility, and respect by forcing them to abide by household rules and participate in daily routines.

Each episode of the show follows a different family and includes footage of the teenager's arrival at their new home. The parents in the show are often portrayed as conservative, traditional, and strict. They impose curfews, enforce chores, and limit access to electronics, among other things. The teens are often resistant to these rules and initially show defiance and disrespect, but eventually learn that living under someone else's rules can have a positive impact on their life.

The show's host, Axle Whitehead, a musician, and actor, serves as a mediator between the teens and their host parents. He helps facilitate discussions between the two parties and offers advice on how to navigate difficult situations. Whitehead also acts as a mentor to the teens, offering them guidance and support throughout the show.

The show's format includes interviews with the parents and the teens, both before and after their experiences. In the pre-interviews, the teens often express their disdain for authority figures and their belief that rules are unnecessary. Conversely, the parents express their concerns about the teens' behavior and their desire to help them. After living with the strict parents, the teenagers often have a change of heart, expressing gratitude for the experience and acknowledging how it has positively impacted their lives.

World's Strictest Parents is not without controversy, as some viewers and critics have accused the show of exploiting troubled teenagers for entertainment purposes. Others argue that the show's format is an effective way to teach troubled teens valuable life skills that they may not have learned otherwise.

Despite the controversy, World's Strictest Parents proved to be a popular show during its run on CMT. It spawned several spin-offs, including World's Strictest Parents UK, World's Strictest Parents Australia, and World's Strictest Parents Canada. The show's impact on the teenagers who appeared on it is harder to measure, but it is clear that many of them benefited from the experience.

In conclusion, World's Strictest Parents was a reality television show that aired on CMT, featuring troubled teens sent to live with strict and disciplinarian parents in an effort to turn their lives around. The show's premise aimed to teach these teenagers some structure, responsibility, and respect by forcing them to abide by household rules and participate in daily routines. The show's host, Axle Whitehead, served as a mediator between the teens and their host parents and offered guidance and support to the teenagers throughout the show. The show's format included interviews with the parents and the teens, both before and after their experiences. The success of the show spawned several spin-offs, but it was not without controversy. Despite this, the show proved to be popular, and many of the teenagers who appeared on it saw a positive impact on their lives.

World's Strictest Parents is a series that ran for 2 seasons (38 episodes) between April 18, 2009 and on CMT

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Fisher Family
10. Fisher Family
December 17, 2010
The Fishers are a family of nine with children ages 5-17. Rose Mary and Rick are ultra organized, resilient, and demand respect in their home. They decide to take in two party girls to teach them a few life lessons.
Illig Family
9. Illig Family
December 17, 2010
Ken and Mary Jo Illig are the parents to four children and have fostered many other children. They believe that being honest, level-headed and consistent is the best approach to parenting. They also lead by example. They decide to take in two unruly teenagers to stay with them and to live by their rules.
Hughes Family
8. Hughes Family
December 10, 2010
The Hughes family are a close-knit family whose lives are centered around their Florida ranch, with each member of the family assuming their specific role. Disrespect is simply not tolerated. Tyler and Jacob are two unruly teens who will be staying at the Hughes' residence and will receive a life-changing experience.
The Tilley Family
7. The Tilley Family
 
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Moyer Family
6. Moyer Family
November 19, 2010
Charles and Traci Moyer rarely miss a beat because Traci is an investigative journalist and Charles has a military background. Admitting they are hard on their two boys, they want to raise them to be honest and respectable. They decide to take on two selfish teenagers who will experience what it's like to live in the Moyer home.
Bledsoe Family
5. Bledsoe Family
November 12, 2010
Jeff and Maria Bledsoe believe that children should learn by example. Each day they run long distances with their five children and expect each child to work hard to keep the three family businesses going. Jeff and Maria take on two spoiled teens to teach them a few life lessons.
Pavoni Family
4. Pavoni Family
November 5, 2010
Dino and Deborah Pavoni own their own pizzza restaurant and run a tight ship and have high expectations to keep things organized. They take on two disrespectful teenagers who are used to calling the shots.
Smith Family
3. Smith Family
October 31, 2010
The Smiths are a family of overachievers and hard workers who show horses and have their own farm. The parents feel that working with horses demands respect and responsibility. They decide to take on two disrespectful teenagers who are also underachievers.
Malone Family
2. Malone Family
October 22, 2010
A retired SWAT commander and his wife from Chardon, Ohio take in two dishonest teens.
Allen Family
1. Allen Family
October 15, 2010
The Allen Family run a farm in Georgia. Their children are expected to take care of the variety of animals as well as have a good attitude and work hard. They decide to take in two dysfunctional teenagers who will be required to keep the family rules.
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Where to Watch World's Strictest Parents
World's Strictest Parents is available for streaming on the CMT website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch World's Strictest Parents on demand at Amazon, Vudu and Apple TV.
  • Premiere Date
    April 18, 2009
  • IMDB Rating
    4.0  (40)