Outlander Parents Guide: Why You Should Be Cautious
Starz's Outlander, adapted from Diana Gabaldon's fantasy book series, has gained popularity as a historical drama combining time travel with 18th-century Scottish history. Featuring strong performances by Sam Heughan and Caitriona Balfe, the show attracts many viewers. However, Outlander is not suitable for children.
Content and Age Ratings
The series is rated TV-MA in the United States, indicating it is meant for mature audiences only. It is also rated R or equivalent in many countries, such as:
- R18 in New Zealand
- 18+ in the UK, Thailand, Canada, South Africa, and Russia
- 19+ in South Korea
Mature ratings typically reflect the presence of one or more of the following elements: coarse language, sexual content, and violence.
Violence, Gore, and Mature Themes
Although Outlander accurately portrays historical events like the Jacobite Rebellion, the Battle of Culloden, and the Highlander lifestyle, it contains explicit violence and graphic scenes. These can be disturbing even to some adults and make the show inappropriate for younger viewers.
"Some of the mature themes and bloody scenes are even unfit for faint-hearted adults, making it an unsuitable title for your children."
Summary for Parents
While the show offers impressive historical storytelling, its mature content makes it unsuitable for children and young teens. Parents should consider these factors before allowing kids to watch Outlander.
"Outlander is rated TV-MA and is thus unfit for a young audience."
Author's summary: Despite its rich historical background and strong performances, Outlander’s mature themes and graphic content make it inappropriate for children’s viewing.