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Is Among Us (TV Series) safe for your child?
Age guide
7+
We advise Among Us (TV Series) from age 7 and up. Overall risk 3/10 (low risk).
- 5-8
- Younger children might find the concept of an 'impostor' and the 'elimination' of characters unsettling, even if presented comically.
- 9-12
- Children in this age group will likely understand the show's humor and the social deduction elements, similar to the game, but parents should discuss themes of trust and betrayal.
- 13-15
- Teenagers may appreciate the show's adaptation of the game's mechanics into a narrative, including character dynamics and strategic thinking related to identifying the impostor.
- 16+
- Older teens might enjoy the show as a lighthearted adaptation of a popular game, potentially recognizing deeper social commentary if present within the comedic framework.
The Among Us TV series is an animated adaptation of the popular video game, where crewmates on a spaceship try to identify imposters among them before they are all eliminated. It will likely feature mystery, suspense, and comedic elements.
- Age guide
- 7+
- Overall risk
- 3/10
- Violence
- 3/10
- Toxic behaviour
- 1/10
- Stranger contact
- 1/10
- Addiction risk
- 6/10
- Language
- 2/10
- Influence
- 4/10
What parents should know
The Among Us TV series adapts the popular video game's premise of social deduction and identifying an impostor among crewmates. It features themes of deception, suspicion, and cartoonish 'elimination' of characters. Parents should ensure appropriate maturity settings on streaming platforms and discuss the show's themes of trust and honesty.
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Among Us (TV Series) age rating and parents guide: common questions
What age rating is Among Us (TV Series)?
Parentwise puts Among Us (TV Series) at 7+. We advise Among Us (TV Series) from age 7 and up. Overall risk 3/10 (low risk). Violence scores 3/10, language 2/10, stranger contact 1/10 and addiction risk 6/10.
Can a 10 year old watch Among Us (TV Series)?
Yes, 10 is at or above the age we advise for Among Us (TV Series) (7+). Children in this age group will likely understand the show's humor and the social deduction elements, similar to the game, but parents should discuss themes of trust and betrayal.
Can a 12 year old watch Among Us (TV Series)?
Yes, 12 is at or above the age we advise for Among Us (TV Series) (7+). Children in this age group will likely understand the show's humor and the social deduction elements, similar to the game, but parents should discuss themes of trust and betrayal.
Can a 13 year old watch Among Us (TV Series)?
Yes, 13 is at or above the age we advise for Among Us (TV Series) (7+). Teenagers may appreciate the show's adaptation of the game's mechanics into a narrative, including character dynamics and strategic thinking related to identifying the impostor.
Is Among Us (TV Series) appropriate for kids?
The Among Us TV series adapts the popular video game's premise of social deduction and identifying an impostor among crewmates. Parentwise rates Among Us (TV Series) overall as low risk (3/10), with stranger contact at 1/10 and addiction risk at 6/10.
Is Among Us (TV Series) family friendly?
Among Us (TV Series) is one of the lower-risk titles we rate. It features themes of deception, suspicion, and cartoonish 'elimination' of characters.
Among Us (TV Series) parents guide: what should a parent know first?
The Among Us TV series adapts the popular video game's premise of social deduction and identifying an impostor among crewmates. The parts that most often catch parents out are stranger contact (1/10) and how hard it pulls for more time (6/10).
Is Among Us (TV Series) safe for kids?
We advise Among Us (TV Series) from age 7 and up. Overall risk 3/10 (low risk). It features themes of deception, suspicion, and cartoonish 'elimination' of characters.
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