ALF (1986) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
A furry alien wiseguy comes to live with a terran family after crashing into their garage.
TV-PG • 1986 • 4 seasons
One starry night in 1986, the Tanner family get an unexpected houseguest - a furry, four-foot-high Alien Life Form they call ALF , who quickly becomes part of the family.
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Is ALF appropriate for kids?
One starry night in 1986, the Tanner family get an unexpected houseguest - a furry, four-foot-high Alien Life Form they call ALF , who quickly becomes part of the family. Read more — free account
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Sex and nudity in ALF
No explicit sexual content or nudity. Crushes, dating, flirting, jealousy, and romantic embarrassment may recur.
Violence and gore in ALF
Minimal-to-mild violence; slapstick, sports mishaps, pranks, or comic accidents may occur.
Language in ALF
The season contains no strong profanity or vulgarity. Language is characterized by the alien's frequent use of sarcastic remarks, mild insults, and humorous teasing directed at the Tanner family. Occasional scenes of familial conflict involve loud arguments, though they remain within the bounds of a standard family sitcom.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in ALF
No prominent substance use; occasional party or older-teen settings may be referenced lightly.
Mature themes in ALF
Moderate tween/teen themes of friendship, identity, independence, peer pressure, jealousy, popularity, honesty, and responsibility.
Scary moments in ALF
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for ALF yet. Because this title is recommended for younger kids, sign up to get community-flagged jump scares, tense scenes, and startling imagery as parents submit them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is ALF appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests ALF is best for ages 10+. It's rated TV-PG. One starry night in 1986, the Tanner family get an unexpected houseguest - a furry, four-foot-high Alien Life Form they call ALF , who quickly becomes part of the family.
What age rating does ALF have?
ALF is rated TV-PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is ALF about?
One starry night in 1986, the Tanner family get an unexpected houseguest - a furry, four-foot-high Alien Life Form they call ALF , who quickly becomes part of the family.
How many seasons does ALF have?
ALF has 4 seasons covered in this parent guide. Sign up to see a season-by-season breakdown.
Is there sex or nudity in ALF?
Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across ALF.
How violent is ALF?
Violence isn't a standout concern across ALF per our reviewers.
Is the language in ALF appropriate for kids?
Strong language isn't flagged across ALF.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in ALF?
Drug, alcohol, and smoking depictions are minimal across ALF.
What mature themes appear in ALF?
Heavy thematic material isn't a defining feature of ALF.
Where can I read the full ALF parent guide?
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