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"Quiet on Set" Docuseries Exposes Abuse in Kids TV, Calls for Industry Reform

The groundbreaking series prompts discussions on child actor protections and the need for legislative changes in the entertainment industry.

  • "Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV" docuseries reveals systemic abuse and toxicity at Nickelodeon, sparking widespread conversation.
  • The fifth episode, "Breaking the Silence," features new interviews, including with "All That" star Shane Lyons, and explores the aftermath of the series.
  • Directors Mary Robertson and Emma Schwartz emphasize the importance of protecting minors in the entertainment industry and call for legislative changes.
  • Former Nickelodeon stars, including Drake Bell, share their experiences of abuse, prompting discussions on child actor protections and industry accountability.
  • The series has led to calls for federal regulation and better safeguards for child actors, highlighting the need for universal background checks on sets.
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