61st Street (2022) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Moses Johnson is a promising high-school athlete with a bright future who’s accused of murdering a police officer during a drug bust gone wrong. Swept up into the infamously corrupt Chicago criminal justice system, Moses’ case is taken up by ageing public defender Franklin Roberts, who sees this as his chance to finally challenge the institutional racism at the heart of the judicial system.

TV-MA • 2022 • 2 seasons

Age

17+

61st Street is a gritty legal drama that focuses on the systemic corruption within the Chicago criminal justice system. It earns its TV-MA rating primarily through frequent, aggressive profanity, intense depictions of police brutality, and mature themes involving systemic racism and institutional failure. Parents should be aware that the series features visceral scenes of violence, including shootings and physical assaults, alongside… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Courtney B. Vance

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Substances Intense 10/10

Language Intense 10/10

Sex/Nudity Moderate 4/10

Violence/Gore Intense 10/10

Mature Themes Intense 10/10

Sex and nudity in 61st Street

Contains brief, non-graphic sexual references and occasional suggestive dialogue. There is no explicit nudity or sexual assault depicted, but the content remains strictly adult-oriented.

Violence and gore in 61st Street

Violence is strong and visceral, focusing on systemic police brutality, aggressive confrontations, and the aftermath of fatal shootings. While the trial process occupies much of the season, the history of violence remains a driving force for character trauma.

Language in 61st Street

Pervasive strong language throughout, including frequent use of F-words, racial slurs, and aggressive profanity used in high-tension confrontations between police and civilians.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in 61st Street

Frequent depictions of drug trade, street-level drug use, and occasional alcohol consumption occur. These elements are presented as part of the environment of the characters' neighborhood and the criminal justice system.

Mature themes in 61st Street

The series deals with heavy mature themes including systemic racism, police corruption, institutional cover-ups, and the ethical dilemmas of the justice system. Characters frequently grapple with profound guilt, betrayal, and the loss of life.

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Is 61st Street appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests 61st Street is best for ages 17+. It's rated TV-MA. 61st Street is a gritty legal drama that focuses on the systemic corruption within the Chicago criminal justice system. It earns its TV-MA rating primarily through frequent, aggressive profanity, intense depictions of…

What age rating does 61st Street have?

61st Street is rated TV-MA. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 17+.

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How many seasons does 61st Street have?

61st Street has 2 seasons covered in this parent guide. Sign up to see a season-by-season breakdown.

Is there sex or nudity in 61st Street?

Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across 61st Street.

How violent is 61st Street?

Violence isn't a standout concern across 61st Street per our reviewers.

Is the language in 61st Street appropriate for kids?

Strong language isn't flagged across 61st Street.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in 61st Street?