Watchly Safety Review

I Cooked Rudolph

Nick DiGiovanni

0:36 · 36.3M views · December 20, 2025

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Some ConcernsReviewed June 2026

1Moderate Concern

1Minor Flag

This episode is safe for most kids apart from a sponsored segment woven into the end of the skit. The video is a short, silly Christmas joke about a missing reindeer that will entertain young children, but the unlabeled ad for Osmo may confuse them. Overall, it's harmless fun with a minor commercial interruption.

Content Breakdown · 2 Categories

Hidden Advertising & Sponsored ContentSome

The video ends with a direct call to purchase 'Osmo' at Walmart without explicit disclosure, suggesting hidden advertising.

See evidence (1)

“go get some Osmo at your local Walmart”

Playful & Fantasy ViolenceA little

The threat of cooking Rudolph is presented in a fictional, comedic context with no real harm intended, qualifying as playful fantasy violence.

See evidence (1)

“If you cooked one of my reindeer again...”

What Parents Need to Know

This is a short, lighthearted Christmas skit that most kids will find funny. The main concern is a clear product placement for Osmo at the end, which is not labeled as an ad. On the positive side, the video is brief, has no scary or violent content, and can spark conversations about holiday traditions and jokes. However, parents should be aware that the 'cooking Rudolph' joke, while clearly fantastical, might need a brief explanation for very young children.

Talk to Your Kids About

1Why do you think Elf Nick joked about cooking Rudolph? Was it a funny joke or a mean one?
2What would you do if you were Santa and couldn't find Rudolph?
3Did you notice the part where they talked about Osmo? Why do you think that was in the video?
4How do you think Rudolph felt when he heard the joke? Is it okay to joke about things like that?

What's This Video About?

#christmas #santaclaus #reindeer

Frequently Asked Questions

What age is this video appropriate for?

This video is appropriate for children ages 5 and up. The content is mostly harmless holiday fun, but the sudden shift to a product plug for Osmo may confuse younger viewers who don't understand advertising.

Is this video safe for my child to watch?

The video is safe for most children. It features a playful, fantasy scenario about a missing reindeer and a joke about cooking Rudolph, which is clearly not real. The only concern is a brief, unlabeled ad for Osmo at the end.

Does this video contain hidden advertising?

The video has a hidden advertisement for Osmo, a brand of educational games. The ad is not clearly separated from the story, which could mislead children into thinking it's part of the plot. Parents should explain that this is a commercial.

What is the educational value of this video?

The video is very short and simple, with no complex themes. It's best for young children who enjoy Christmas stories and slapstick humor. The joke about cooking Rudolph is mild and clearly fantastical.

Is there any scary content in this video?

The video is not scary. The only mild tension comes from Santa accusing Elf Nick of cooking Rudolph, but it's played for laughs and resolved quickly. There is no realistic violence or threat.

What is this video about?

The video is a short, comedic Christmas skit. It starts with Santa panicking about a missing Rudolph, then Elf Nick jokes about cooking him, and it ends with a product plug for Osmo. The humor is based on a silly misunderstanding.

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I Cooked Rudolph

Content Breakdown · 2 Categories

What Parents Need to Know

Talk to Your Kids About

What's This Video About?

Frequently Asked Questions

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