American television audiences are known to be more open to ideas. So TV producers don’t watch their step much when they take that long journey with their fictional characters. The same cannot be said of many other countries, where citizens are either sensitive about what they watch (in keeping with their culture), or where governments are accustomed to monitoring viewing practices. As a result, some popular American shows have not escaped the eager scissors of foreign censors.
Among the issues that the oversight bodies are known to be considering are: Sexual content, type of humor, political leanings, religious views, age appropriatenessFor some shows, their creators should have taken some extra measures to ensure their productions were more acceptable to global audiences. However, some regulatory bodies have proven more unreasonable, banning shows with LGBTQ characters or messages that conflict with government propaganda.
9 Sex and the City (1998–2004)
Banned in Singapore
Based on the newspaper column of the same name and anthology book by Candace Bushnell, Sex and the City The series follows the lives of four New York City women – three in their 30s and one in her 40s – who have different personalities and conflicting views on sex but maintain a close friendship. It addresses many modern issues, including sex, safe sex, and the rise of women in the workplace..
The title did not serve the show in any way.
Academics have often been divided over whether Sex and the City She was feminist, anti-feminist, or post-feminist, but Disagreements were always hidden behind grand romantic arches.While the Americans enjoyed everything as intended, the Singaporeans were denied the pleasure.
In the Asian nation, All local free-to-air TV networks are controlled by the government-owned MediaCorp.So when the drama first aired on HBO, the TV subscription code was canceled. He was quickly reported for his title and banned. In 2004, restrictions were eased, and the series was allowed to be shown, albeit in a distorted form. Various scenes were cut out, making the plot even more difficult to understand. But at least it was a case of not getting bread.
8 Mash (1972 – 1983)
Banned in South Korea
mash The film was adapted from the 1970 war film of the same name, which was itself based on Richard Hooker's best-selling 1968 novel. Mash: A novel about three doctors in the army. The show follows the unlikely adventures of a team of doctors and support staff working at the 4077th Mobile Surgical Hospital in South Korea during the Korean War.
Project discussion on portraying Koreans
Known for breaking many storytelling rules, the show remained diverse in style, establishing itself as a swing between comedy and drama. As such, the bold, exciting, and brilliant show was a huge hit with viewers throughout its run. Understandably, Korean government officials saw nothing to laugh at. There was plenty of great comedy to be had. Concerns about how the show portrays Korean characters as overly dependent on American resourcesAdditionally, these characters were often not played by Korean actors.
Some, but not all, of these concerns are legitimate. Many films and shows that feature American soldiers on foreign soil tend to portray them as heroes at the expense of the local population. The South Korean government may not have been happy with the way its citizens were reduced to artisans and farmers, but This was true because the country was largely agricultural in the 1950s..
7 The Simpsons (1989–present)
Banned in China, Myanmar, Venezuela
The Simpsons The series revolves around a beloved American family living in the suburbs of Springfield, where they do everything with joy and enthusiasm. The Simpson family includes the father, Homer, who works at the Springfield Nuclear Power Plant as a safety inspector; the mother, Marge, who is a housewife; and the children, Bart, Lisa, and Maggie.
countless real concerns
Creative, crazy, and so much fun, The Simpsons It's a non-stop laughter ride. It didn't become the longest-running animated show by accident. Despite being one of the most amazing things anyone can find on television, The show was banned in three countries.For reasons that sometimes seem logical.
The Chinese government wanted citizens to focus more on local animation shows to create more jobs, the Myanmar government had a problem with the red and yellow color scheme (favored by anti-government rebels), and Venezuela was afraid that children would start watching it even though much of the content was geared toward adults.
6 The Big Bang Theory (2007 – 2019)
Banned in China
Perfect for science buffs and comedy fans alike, Big Bang Theory The series features a fantastic ensemble cast. It follows the lives of five friends: Leonard Hofstadter (Johnny Galecki) and Sheldon Cooper (Jim Parsons), both Caltech physicists who share an apartment; Penny (Kaley Cuoco), a waitress neighbor; and Leonard and Sheldon's friends, aerospace engineer Howard Wolowitz (Simon Helberg) and astrophysicist Raj Koothrappali (Kunal Nayyar).
No explanations were provided.
The book contains references to popular culture, creative short sentences, and doses of scientific fat, Big Bang Theory The series has earned its place as one of the greatest comedy series of the 2000s. Surprisingly, the State Administration of Press, Publication, Radio, Film and Television (SARFT), It was banned in 2014 without any explanation.According to Time magazine, an estimated 1.3 billion people were watching the show before someone hit the “pause” button. Various theories have been circulated as to why, with the most prominent being that China did not want its population to adopt the obsessive lifestyle the show promoted.
5 The Cow and the Chicken (1997 – 1999)
Banned in India
Cow and chicken The film chronicles the adventures of the kind-hearted, foolish, enthusiastic, anthropomorphic Cow and Chicken (voiced by Charlie Adler), who are considered sisters despite belonging to different classes. The two are frequently tested by their glory-seeking nemesis, the Red Man (also voiced by Adler), who is often portrayed as a ridiculous version of the devil.
Cows are sacred in India.
Filled with endless jokes, Cow and chicken The series was nominated for several awards during its four seasons, including an Emmy. Thanks to its distribution, the series became popular all over the world, but the Indian censors did not want it to be shown anywhere near the country. This is because Cows are considered sacred animals in Dharma religions such as Buddhism, Sikhism, Hinduism and Jainism.The show's inclusion of a version of Satan who continues to torture a cow made matters worse.
4 Modern Family (2009 – 2020)
Banned in Iran
The right name Modern Family The series takes viewers away from the traditional family environment that old sitcoms of the 60s, 70s and 80s relied on, and introduces them to three different types of modern families (blended, nuclear and gay). All of these families live in the suburbs of Los Angeles and are connected to each other through the wealthy Jay Pritchett, who owns a secret company, and his two children, Mitchell and Claire.
An exact copy has been created.
There are only a few TV shows that have episodes that address so many societal dynamics in just one episode. The humor is well thought out, resulting in 22 Emmy nominations and massive global appeal. Interestingly, Iran banned the show and then copied it.rename it Semi-colloquialBecause it has some of the best written LGBTQ characters on television, Modern Family The series couldn't air in a conservative Asian country where same-sex sex is punishable by death. Rather than simply ignoring the series, the country cloned it, replacing the main gay couple with a heterosexual couple. 20th Century Fox Television confirmed the series had aired in 2011. The producers of the new series did not obtain the necessary rights..
3 Family Man (1999–present)
Banned in many countries
family man The film follows the adventures of the Griffin family, a dysfunctional family living in the fictional town of Quahog, Rhode Island. The family consists of parents Peter and Lois, their children Meg, Chris and the stubborn Stewie, and their anthropomorphic dog Brian. The show has often been compared to The Simpsonsand there was even a crossover episode with the famous Yellow Family, though it was often more daring in its handling of controversial topics.
Not surprisingly, given the content.
It is constantly evolving over time, family man This series represents the pinnacle of the animated genre that Fox took over and refined in the 1990s. The show's imaginative shorts and unapologetic satire make it a must-see, but its offensive nature has caused the Griffin family to be rejected in many parts of the world. From mocking religions to categorizing certain groups, the animated series has rightfully earned its censorship.Currently, the app is not available in Russia, Indonesia, South Africa, Iran, Taiwan, Vietnam, India, Venezuela, Malaysia, Egypt, and South Korea, among other countries.
2 Knotts Landing (1979 – 1993)
Banned in South Africa
landing knot It is a spin-off of the popular TV series. DallasThe series takes place in a fictional coastal area called Knots Landing, California, and focuses on the lives of a few families who live there. The main characters of the series are Gary Ewing (Ted Shackelford) and his wife Valene “Val” Ewing (Joan Van Ark). Throughout its fourteenth season, the series covers extensive themes of friendship, love, betrayal, and family.
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In relation to character development and trauma, landing knot Mostly unparalleled. The show was so good that it influenced many talented screenwriters. Alan Ball has admitted that the show was the inspiration for his hit series. six feet undergroundHe described his production as “landing knot The series takes place in a funeral home.” Marc Cherry also confirmed that the series gave him ideas that would later develop into the successful series. Desperate housewives.
In South Africa, the show wasn't banned outright, at least technically. Its distributor, Lorimar, simply They refused to introduce it in the country because of the brutal apartheid practices that were prevalent at the time..
1 Mighty Morphin Power Rangers (1993–1996)
Banned in Malaysia
Based on the Japanese Super Sentai series (it was even created using archive footage from it) Mighty Morphin Power Rangers The film follows a team of high school students from Angel Grove, California, who are chosen by the alien Zordon to be part of the superhero team known as the Power Rangers. Their routine involves defending Earth from all manner of villains, though most of their problems are caused by the witch Rita Repulsa.
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With kid-friendly action sequences and lovable characters, Mighty Morphin Power Rangers The game became so popular that it spawned a franchise consisting of games and a variety of other merchandise. The Guardians traveled all over the world but was stopped at the Malaysian port of entry by the country's film censorship board.
In a country where kissing and showing breasts on screen is not allowed, the TV show was considered problematic because of its title. The authorities felt that the word “morphine” – which means “transformation” – It will be confused with morphine.So the ban was imposed. Perhaps a better solution could have been found; in many other countries, the show was simply broadcast using the shortened title, Power Rangers.
