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Is Supernatural safe for your child?
Age guide
14+
We advise Supernatural from age 14 and up. Overall risk 6/10 (medium risk).
- 5-8
- This show is not suitable for children in this age group due to its mature themes and graphic content.
- 9-12
- Children in this age range are generally too young for 'Supernatural' due to its consistent depictions of violence, horror elements, and complex moral dilemmas.
- 13-15
- Early teenagers might be drawn to the show's supernatural elements and character relationships, but parents should be aware of frequent horror violence, some gore, and mature thematic discussions.
- 16+
- Older teenagers can typically engage with 'Supernatural's' long-running narrative, character development, and exploration of good versus evil, while being prepared for its consistent mature content and occasional language.
Supernatural is a fantasy horror television series that follows brothers Sam and Dean Winchester as they hunt demons, ghosts, monsters, and other supernatural beings. The show delves into themes of family, sacrifice, and the battle between good and evil, often featuring intense and suspenseful storylines. With a mix of horror, humor, and drama, it has garnered a dedicated fanbase and is known for its character development and intricate mythology.
- Age guide
- 14+
- Overall risk
- 6/10
- Violence
- 7/10
- Toxic behaviour
- 4/10
- Stranger contact
- 3/10
- Addiction risk
- 8/10
- Language
- 5/10
- Influence
- 6/10
What parents should know
Supernatural is a long-running series featuring two brothers hunting supernatural beings, which includes consistent violence, horror imagery, and mature themes. It is rated TV-14, indicating content that may be unsuitable for viewers under 14. Parents should use streaming platform controls and discuss the show's mature nature with their children before allowing them to watch.
What to do about Supernatural
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 Supernatural is 14+, and the answer changes with your child's age. - The one setting to change tonight
The exact Supernatural setting that cuts the most risk, with the steps to find it. - What to say
Word-for-word openers for talking about Supernatural without a row. - Red flags to watch for
The signals in Supernatural that mean it is time to step in.
Supernatural age rating and parents guide: common questions
What age rating is Supernatural?
Parentwise puts Supernatural at 14+. We advise Supernatural from age 14 and up. Overall risk 6/10 (medium risk). Violence scores 7/10, language 5/10, stranger contact 3/10 and addiction risk 8/10.
Can a 10 year old watch Supernatural?
Not by default: we advise Supernatural from 14+, so at 10 it needs your supervision and the settings changed first. Children in this age range are generally too young for 'Supernatural' due to its consistent depictions of violence, horror elements, and complex moral dilemmas.
Can a 12 year old watch Supernatural?
Not by default: we advise Supernatural from 14+, so at 12 it needs your supervision and the settings changed first. Children in this age range are generally too young for 'Supernatural' due to its consistent depictions of violence, horror elements, and complex moral dilemmas.
Can a 13 year old watch Supernatural?
Not by default: we advise Supernatural from 14+, so at 13 it needs your supervision and the settings changed first. Early teenagers might be drawn to the show's supernatural elements and character relationships, but parents should be aware of frequent horror violence, some gore, and mature thematic discussions.
Is Supernatural appropriate for kids?
Supernatural is a long-running series featuring two brothers hunting supernatural beings, which includes consistent violence, horror imagery, and mature themes. Parentwise rates Supernatural overall as medium risk (6/10), with stranger contact at 3/10 and addiction risk at 8/10.
Is Supernatural family friendly?
Supernatural sits in the middle: fine with settings changed and an occasional check-in. It is rated TV-14, indicating content that may be unsuitable for viewers under 14.
Supernatural parents guide: what should a parent know first?
Supernatural is a long-running series featuring two brothers hunting supernatural beings, which includes consistent violence, horror imagery, and mature themes. The parts that most often catch parents out are stranger contact (3/10) and how hard it pulls for more time (8/10).
Is Supernatural safe for kids?
We advise Supernatural from age 14 and up. Overall risk 6/10 (medium risk). It is rated TV-14, indicating content that may be unsuitable for viewers under 14.
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