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Is The Legend of Korra safe for your child?

Age guide

8+

We advise The Legend of Korra from age 8 and up. Overall risk 4/10 (medium risk).

5-8
Younger viewers might enjoy the vibrant animation and elemental bending powers, but some complex themes of conflict and loss may require parental explanation.
9-12
Children in this age range can follow the overarching narrative of Korra mastering her powers and facing various antagonists, including political and spiritual challenges.
13-15
Teenagers will appreciate the deeper exploration of themes like social inequality, revolution, and personal identity, as Korra navigates complex relationships and moral dilemmas.
16+
Older teens can engage with the mature political allegories, nuanced character development, and explorations of mental health and trauma that are present throughout the series.

This animated series follows Avatar Korra, a headstrong young woman who must master all four elements to maintain balance and peace in a rapidly modernizing world. It deals with themes of political unrest, spiritualism, and personal growth.

Age guide
8+
Overall risk
4/10
Violence
4/10
Toxic behaviour
2/10
Stranger contact
1/10
Addiction risk
7/10
Language
2/10
Influence
6/10

What parents should know

The Legend of Korra is an animated series that builds upon its predecessor with complex storylines, mature themes, and intense action sequences. While visually engaging, it delves into political conflict, social issues, and character trauma that evolve in complexity across its seasons. Parents should be prepared for discussions around these deeper topics.

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The Legend of Korra age rating and parents guide: common questions

What age rating is The Legend of Korra?

Parentwise puts The Legend of Korra at 8+. We advise The Legend of Korra from age 8 and up. Overall risk 4/10 (medium risk). Violence scores 4/10, language 2/10, stranger contact 1/10 and addiction risk 7/10.

Can a 10 year old watch The Legend of Korra?

Yes, 10 is at or above the age we advise for The Legend of Korra (8+). Children in this age range can follow the overarching narrative of Korra mastering her powers and facing various antagonists, including political and spiritual challenges.

Can a 12 year old watch The Legend of Korra?

Yes, 12 is at or above the age we advise for The Legend of Korra (8+). Children in this age range can follow the overarching narrative of Korra mastering her powers and facing various antagonists, including political and spiritual challenges.

Can a 13 year old watch The Legend of Korra?

Yes, 13 is at or above the age we advise for The Legend of Korra (8+). Teenagers will appreciate the deeper exploration of themes like social inequality, revolution, and personal identity, as Korra navigates complex relationships and moral dilemmas.

Is The Legend of Korra appropriate for kids?

The Legend of Korra is an animated series that builds upon its predecessor with complex storylines, mature themes, and intense action sequences. Parentwise rates The Legend of Korra overall as medium risk (4/10), with stranger contact at 1/10 and addiction risk at 7/10.

Is The Legend of Korra family friendly?

The Legend of Korra sits in the middle: fine with settings changed and an occasional check-in. While visually engaging, it delves into political conflict, social issues, and character trauma that evolve in complexity across its seasons.

The Legend of Korra parents guide: what should a parent know first?

The Legend of Korra is an animated series that builds upon its predecessor with complex storylines, mature themes, and intense action sequences. The parts that most often catch parents out are stranger contact (1/10) and how hard it pulls for more time (7/10).

Is The Legend of Korra safe for kids?

We advise The Legend of Korra from age 8 and up. Overall risk 4/10 (medium risk). While visually engaging, it delves into political conflict, social issues, and character trauma that evolve in complexity across its seasons.

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