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Always a Witch (2019) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

A young 17th-century witch time travels to the future to save the man she loves, but first must adjust to present-day Cartagena and defeat a dark rival.

TV-14 • 2019 • 2 seasons

7.1
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This Colombian series about a 17th-century witch who time travels to the present day earns its TV-14 rating primarily for strong, frequent profanity and pervasive substance use. Viewers can expect to hear words like 'f--k' often, and the modern-day college setting includes many scenes of teens drinking, getting drunk, and talking about getting high. Moderate violence is present, including thematic elements of witch burning at the stake… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Angely Gaviria
Angely Gaviria
Sebastián Eslava
Sebastián Eslava
Sofia Araujo
Sofia Araujo
Valeria Emiliani
Valeria Emiliani
Dylan Fuentes
Dylan Fuentes
Duban Prado
Duban Prado
CQ
Carlos Quintero
Óscar Casas
Óscar Casas
Laura Archbold
Laura Archbold
Sebastián Osorio
Sebastián Osorio
JG
Júnior González
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Is Always a Witch appropriate for kids?

This Colombian series about a 17th-century witch who time travels to the present day earns its TV-14 rating primarily for strong, frequent profanity and pervasive substance use. Viewers can expect to hear words like 'f--k' often, and the modern-day college setting includes many… Read more — free account

Content severity in Always a Witch Sign up for season-by-season breakdown

Substances Intense 10/10
Language Intense 10/10
Sex/Nudity Intense 8/10
Violence/Gore Intense 10/10
Mature Themes Intense 10/10

Sex and nudity in Always a Witch

Sexual content is mild but more explicit than in the previous season. One episode features two teens attempting a "sex challenge" involving stripping down to underwear and kissing in a graveyard, though no explicit sexual acts are shown. There are scenes of suggestive dancing and a character from the past making comments about modern attire being indecent. Mild make-out scenes occur but without nudity.

Violence and gore in Always a Witch

Violence is moderate, with several intense sequences. Carmen is repeatedly in peril, including being tied to a stake and nearly burned alive, though the special effects reduce graphic impact. Fighting with magical powers is common, sometimes resulting in injuries. A character is shot, and others are implied to be whipped. Black magic is used to harm, and the threat of harm is constant for Carmen and her allies.

Language in Always a Witch

The language in this season includes moderate profanity. Words like "damn," "hell," and some uses of "shit" or "f-k" are heard, sometimes in emotional or tense moments. The dialogue also contains some crude or suggestive remarks.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Always a Witch

Substance use is present, primarily through casual alcohol consumption at parties by young adults and some characters are shown drinking socially. There is also a plot point where 'witchy potions' are used to knock people out when slipped into drinks. The discussion of getting high or drunk is frequent among college-aged characters.

Mature themes in Always a Witch

This season explores themes of sacrifice, loyalty, and the corrupting influence of power. Betrayal and difficult moral choices are central to the plot. Dark magic and voodoo dolls are explicitly used for sinister purposes. The threat of death and loss is constant, particularly for Carmen, leading to intense tension. Grief and despair are also touched upon, particularly when characters are forced to give up their greatest wishes to save another.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Always a Witch appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Always a Witch is best for ages 13+. It's rated TV-14. This Colombian series about a 17th-century witch who time travels to the present day earns its TV-14 rating primarily for strong, frequent profanity and pervasive substance use. Viewers can expect to hear words like…

What age rating does Always a Witch have?

Always a Witch is rated TV-14. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.

What is Always a Witch about?

This Colombian series about a 17th-century witch who time travels to the present day earns its TV-14 rating primarily for strong, frequent profanity and pervasive substance use. Viewers can expect to hear words like 'f--k' often, and the modern-day college setting includes many scenes of teens drinking, getting drunk…

How many seasons does Always a Witch have?

Always a Witch has 2 seasons covered in this parent guide. Sign up to see a season-by-season breakdown.

Is there sex or nudity in Always a Witch?

Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across Always a Witch.

How violent is Always a Witch?

Violence isn't a standout concern across Always a Witch per our reviewers.

Is the language in Always a Witch appropriate for kids?

Strong language isn't flagged across Always a Witch.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Always a Witch?

Drug, alcohol, and smoking depictions are minimal across Always a Witch.

What mature themes appear in Always a Witch?

Heavy thematic material isn't a defining feature of Always a Witch.

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