Why is 13 reasons why rated TV MA?

13 Reasons Why on Netflix is rated TV-MA for language and disturbing graphic images of heavy content. When I watched the first season, because my kids were asking about it, I was shocked at the drug use, rape, and suicide. Some of my daughters' middle school friends were watching this, and I couldn't believe it.
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Can a 12 year old watch 13 Reasons Why?

This rating means a show is unsuitable for anyone under the age of 17. According to Common Sense Media, the film graphically portrays bullying, rape, sexual assault, and suicide. Netflix ultimately removed the suicide scene due to complaints from mental health professionals.
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What is 13 Reasons Why age restriction?

This series is rated 15 for strong violence, injury detail, sex, sexual violence, language, drug misuse.
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Is there any inappropriate scenes in 13 Reasons Why?

To this end, Netflix has added trigger warnings to episodes that contain especially graphic or disturbing content, as well as brief videos with cast members stating that kids already at risk for depression and other mental health issues may not want to watch the show.
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Why 13 Reasons Why is not good?

Despite the fact that the 13 Reasons Why is rated as TV-MA (unsuitable for those under 17), and 18 in the UK, there were many impressionable eyes on the series i.e. minors. Sexual assault is one of the largest themes in the series, and the writers failed to send the right message time and time again.
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Is 13 Reasons Why Rated PG 13?

13 Reasons Why on Netflix is rated TV-MA for language and disturbing graphic images of heavy content. When I watched the first season, because my kids were asking about it, I was shocked at the drug use, rape, and suicide. Some of my daughters' middle school friends were watching this, and I couldn't believe it.
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Can a 16 year old watch 13 Reasons Why?

There is an explicit suicide scene, there is more than one rape scenes, one in particular is really tough and it's not suitable for kids.
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Why is I'm not okay with this TV Ma?

Expect fantasy violence, which can be bloody and harmful to others.
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Why is the end of the F word Rated MA?

There is a epidemic of teenage mental crisis going on right now. Many are depressed and suicidal and identifies with characters, and this is not okay to be putting out shows to attract viewers, rating it MA but mainly focused on the teenagers.
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Can a 13 year old watch thirteen?

Thirteen is a must-see if you are entering middle school, or if you have a daughter entering middle school. Better yet, go see it with your daughter; you will both be talking about it for a long time.
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Is thirteen reasons why a true story?

No, 13 Reasons Why is not based on a true story, and Hannah Baker is not a real person. The original writer of the story did open up about what 13 Reasons Why is based on, so keep reading to find out more.
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What age is friends for?

Recommended with some context.

I do recommend this for 10+, but it really is your choice. Personally, I have a 11 year old and I let her watch it and she LOVED it. Before she did watch it, I had "The talk" with her. This definitely made me feel more confident about the things that she saw on the show.
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Who should not watch 13 Reasons Why?

13 Reasons Why is not recommended for any teen struggling with anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, or a history of trauma. The potential triggers are plentiful. Last year, when the show first debuted, there was immediate and enormous pushback.
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Why is skins rated R?

Expect plenty of talk about sex and virginity, partial male and female nudity (some is blurred out), and lots of profanity (words like "t-ts" and "s--t" are audible, while "f--k" is muted). The series also touches on some serious subjects, like anorexia and peer pressure.
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Can PG-13 movies say F-word?

The restrictions set by the Us ratings board mean the F-word can only be used once in a PG-13 movie.
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What PG-13 movie has the most f words?

PG-13 Movies Which Have More Than 1 F-Word
  • Domestic Disturbance (2001) ...
  • Bridge of Spies (2015) ...
  • Concussion (2015) ...
  • The Adjustment Bureau (2011) ...
  • Titanic (1997) PG-13 | 194 min | Drama, Romance. ...
  • Blue Jasmine (2013) PG-13 | 98 min | Comedy, Drama. ...
  • Dunkirk (2017) PG-13 | 106 min | Action, Drama, History. ...
  • Senna (2010)
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Can TV 14 say the F-word?

There are several companies or TV stations not subject to the FCC's rules that have broken the general implied rule that "crude indecent" language (ex. multiple F-bombs) is not allowed at a TV-14 rating.
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Is dare me OK for kids?

This mature series features lots of edgy content, ranging from murder to strong sexual content, including simulated sex acts. There's also some underage drinking, cigarette smoking, and copious amounts of cursing (Note: the streaming version of the series has stronger language than what airs on TV).
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What age rating is the umbrella academy?

The Umbrella Academy season 3 parents guide and age rating

If you're a diehard fan of The Umbrella Academy, you'd know that the superhero series is rated TV-MA. It has kept this age rating since the first season. A TV-MA rating means that the show may not be suitable for ages 17 and under.
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Why is stranger things TV-14?

Why is Stranger Things Rated TV-14? Stranger Things 4 is rated TV-14 for horror elements and language which means some content may not be suitable for kids under 17. Seasons 1-3 of Stranger Things were also rated TV-14, however Stranger Things 4 was rated TV-MA.
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Is Pretty Little Liars appropriate?

The content seems inappropriate for anyone under 16. If you have younger fans, perhaps steer them toward the book series. It's more appropriate for a younger audience and spares us all of the visuals of the show.
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Should I let my 10 year old watch Stranger things?

First, it's worth noting that the maker of Stranger Things, Netflix, has rated it TV-14. That means they don't think it's appropriate for anyone under 14 to watch it.
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Is Riverdale appropriate for 12 year olds?

Parent reviewers on Common Sense Media agree that the show is ideal for kids aged 13 and up, and there's a decent chance that you'll become as addicted to the series as your teenager!
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Was Hannah Baker selfish?

Instead, Katherine Langford's depiction of Hannah Baker was the epitome of selfish self-absorbed entitled morbidly impudent romantically deficient capon.
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What mental illness did Hannah Baker have?

Hannah has symptoms of depression and posttraumatic stress disorder; she may also have antisocial personality disorder or borderline personality disorder.
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