Outlander Parents Guide: Why It’s Not Suitable for Kids
Starz's Outlander, adapted from Diana Gabaldon's fantasy book series, has become a top historical drama on TV. Featuring strong performances by Sam Heughan and Caitriona Balfe and blending time travel with 18th-century Scottish history, it has gained widespread popularity. However, this show is not appropriate for children.
The series is rated TV-MA in the United States, indicating it is unsuitable for young viewers. Despite its historical accuracy—depicting events like the Jacobite Rebellion, the Battle of Culloden, and Highlander culture—Outlander contains explicit violence and graphic scenes. Some of its mature content can be disturbing even for sensitive adults.
International Ratings
- TV-MA in the United States
- R18 in New Zealand
- 18+ in the UK, Thailand, Canada, South Africa, and Russia
- 19+ in South Korea
These ratings reflect the show's inclusion of elements such as strong language, sexual content, and violence, making it inappropriate for younger audiences worldwide.
"A mature rating is usually awarded to TV shows and movies that contain one or more elements from coarse or crude language (L), sexual content (S) and violence (V)."
Before allowing children to watch Outlander, parents should consider these factors carefully.
Author's summary: Despite its rich historical storytelling, Outlander contains mature themes and graphic content, making it unsuitable for children or sensitive viewers.