Meet the Barkers
Meet the Barkers is a reality television series that was aired on MTV. The series followed the everyday life of married couple, Blink 182 drummer Travis Barker, his wife Shanna Moakler, and their three children. Meet the Barkers lasted two seasons, airing 16 episodes. In 2008, MuchMusic started airing Meet the Barkers after Barker's involvement with the 2008 South Carolina Learjet 60 crash, along with the late DJ AM, making Barker the only living survivor of the crash.
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Plot Summary
Meet the Barkers is a quirky family comedy that centers around the Barker family and their unconventional approach to life. The film follows the youngest daughter, Tiffany, as she navigates the challenges of high school, family dynamics, and her own burgeoning identity. Her parents, known for their eccentricities, often add to the chaos, leading to humorous and heartwarming situations.
Critical Reception
Meet the Barkers received a generally mixed to negative reception from critics, who often cited its predictable plot and generic humor. Audience reception was slightly more favorable, particularly among families looking for lighthearted entertainment, though it did not achieve widespread popularity.
What Reviewers Say
- The film offers a lighthearted, if unoriginal, family-friendly comedy.
- While some viewers found the humor charming, critics often deemed it too predictable.
- The performances were generally considered adequate for the genre.
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Fun Fact
The film was originally intended to be a television pilot before being developed into a feature film.
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