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Is Smosh safe for your child?
Age guide
Teen 13+
We advise Smosh from age 13 and up. Overall risk 4/10 (medium risk).
- 13-15
- Teenagers in this age group might be drawn to Smosh's sketch comedy and improv content, which often includes mature humor and references that younger viewers may not fully grasp.
- 16+
- Older teens may appreciate the evolving nature of Smosh's content, including their Dungeons & Dragons campaigns and more nuanced comedic performances, understanding the difference between character and creator.
Smosh is a popular YouTube channel known for its comedic sketches, parodies, and various entertainment content. The creators often produce a mix of original content and commentary on pop culture, appealing primarily to a younger audience. The humor can range from light-hearted to edgy, often incorporating absurdity and satire, which may not be suitable for all age groups. Parents should be aware that some content may include themes or jokes that could be misinterpreted by younger viewers.
- Age guide
- Teen 13+
- Overall risk
- 4/10
- Violence
- 3/10
- Toxic behaviour
- 4/10
- Stranger contact
- 2/10
- Addiction risk
- 7/10
- Language
- 5/10
- Influence
- 6/10
What parents should know
Smosh is a long-running YouTube comedy group known for sketch comedy and improvisational content, which has evolved over time to include various formats. Their humor can range from lighthearted to more mature, often incorporating satire and adult themes. Parents should be aware of the specific content their child is watching, as some videos may contain language or situations better suited for older teens.
What to do about Smosh
Free with a Parentwise account. The age-by-age verdict needs your child's age, which is why it lives behind the account.
- The age-by-age verdict
What we advise for under 8, 8-12 and 13+ - our age guide for Smosh is Teen 13+, and the answer changes with your child's age. - The one setting to change tonight
The exact Smosh setting that cuts the most risk, with the steps to find it. - What to say
Word-for-word openers for talking about Smosh without a row. - Red flags to watch for
The signals in Smosh that mean it is time to step in.
Smosh age rating and parents guide: common questions
What age rating is Smosh?
Parentwise puts Smosh at Teen 13+. We advise Smosh from age 13 and up. Overall risk 4/10 (medium risk). Violence scores 3/10, language 5/10, stranger contact 2/10 and addiction risk 7/10.
Can a 10 year old watch Smosh?
Not by default: we advise Smosh from 13+, so at 10 it needs your supervision and the settings changed first.
Can a 12 year old watch Smosh?
Not by default: we advise Smosh from 13+, so at 12 it needs your supervision and the settings changed first.
Can a 13 year old watch Smosh?
Yes, 13 is at or above the age we advise for Smosh (13+). Teenagers in this age group might be drawn to Smosh's sketch comedy and improv content, which often includes mature humor and references that younger viewers may not fully grasp.
Is Smosh appropriate for kids?
Smosh is a long-running YouTube comedy group known for sketch comedy and improvisational content, which has evolved over time to include various formats. Parentwise rates Smosh overall as medium risk (4/10), with stranger contact at 2/10 and addiction risk at 7/10.
Is Smosh family friendly?
Smosh sits in the middle: fine with settings changed and an occasional check-in. Their humor can range from lighthearted to more mature, often incorporating satire and adult themes.
Smosh parents guide: what should a parent know first?
Smosh is a long-running YouTube comedy group known for sketch comedy and improvisational content, which has evolved over time to include various formats. The parts that most often catch parents out are stranger contact (2/10) and how hard it pulls for more time (7/10).
Is Smosh safe for kids?
We advise Smosh from age 13 and up. Overall risk 4/10 (medium risk). Their humor can range from lighthearted to more mature, often incorporating satire and adult themes.
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