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Is Brooklyn Nine-Nine safe for your child?
Age guide
13+
We advise Brooklyn Nine-Nine from age 13 and up. Overall risk 3/10 (low risk).
- 5-8
- This show is not suitable for children in this age group due to its mature themes and language.
- 9-12
- Children in this age range may not fully grasp the satirical elements and mature jokes, and some language might be inappropriate.
- 13-15
- Teenagers might enjoy the comedic elements and character dynamics in Brooklyn Nine-Nine, though some storylines involve adult relationships and workplace issues.
- 16+
- Older teens can appreciate the show's humor, character development, and its handling of various social issues within a comedic framework.
This sitcom follows the hilarious antics of Detective Jake Peralta and his diverse squad of colleagues in the 99th Precinct of the NYPD. It's known for its witty humor, strong ensemble cast, and positive portrayal of workplace relationships.
- Age guide
- 13+
- Overall risk
- 3/10
- Violence
- 2/10
- Toxic behaviour
- 1/10
- Stranger contact
- 1/10
- Addiction risk
- 9/10
- Language
- 2/10
- Influence
- 6/10
What parents should know
Brooklyn Nine-Nine is a comedic television series about a police precinct, known for its humor and character-driven storylines. The show is rated TV-14 for language and suggestive references, making it more appropriate for older teenagers. Parents should be aware of the mature humor and adult themes present in the show's content.
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Brooklyn Nine-Nine age rating and parents guide: common questions
What age rating is Brooklyn Nine-Nine?
Parentwise puts Brooklyn Nine-Nine at 13+. We advise Brooklyn Nine-Nine from age 13 and up. Overall risk 3/10 (low risk). Violence scores 2/10, language 2/10, stranger contact 1/10 and addiction risk 9/10.
Can a 10 year old watch Brooklyn Nine-Nine?
Not by default: we advise Brooklyn Nine-Nine from 13+, so at 10 it needs your supervision and the settings changed first. Children in this age range may not fully grasp the satirical elements and mature jokes, and some language might be inappropriate.
Can a 12 year old watch Brooklyn Nine-Nine?
Not by default: we advise Brooklyn Nine-Nine from 13+, so at 12 it needs your supervision and the settings changed first. Children in this age range may not fully grasp the satirical elements and mature jokes, and some language might be inappropriate.
Can a 13 year old watch Brooklyn Nine-Nine?
Yes, 13 is at or above the age we advise for Brooklyn Nine-Nine (13+). Teenagers might enjoy the comedic elements and character dynamics in Brooklyn Nine-Nine, though some storylines involve adult relationships and workplace issues.
Is Brooklyn Nine-Nine appropriate for kids?
Brooklyn Nine-Nine is a comedic television series about a police precinct, known for its humor and character-driven storylines. Parentwise rates Brooklyn Nine-Nine overall as low risk (3/10), with stranger contact at 1/10 and addiction risk at 9/10.
Is Brooklyn Nine-Nine family friendly?
Brooklyn Nine-Nine is one of the lower-risk titles we rate. The show is rated TV-14 for language and suggestive references, making it more appropriate for older teenagers.
Brooklyn Nine-Nine parents guide: what should a parent know first?
Brooklyn Nine-Nine is a comedic television series about a police precinct, known for its humor and character-driven storylines. The parts that most often catch parents out are stranger contact (1/10) and how hard it pulls for more time (9/10).
Is Brooklyn Nine-Nine safe for kids?
We advise Brooklyn Nine-Nine from age 13 and up. Overall risk 3/10 (low risk). The show is rated TV-14 for language and suggestive references, making it more appropriate for older teenagers.
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