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Ambassadors (2013) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Comedy-drama series set in the fictional Central Asian Republic of Tazbekistan where newly arrived British Ambassador Keith Davies is set the task of trying to secure a £2 billion helicopter contract for the United Kingdom.

TV-MA • 2013 • 1 season

Age
17+

Ambassadors is a three-episode political comedy-drama that centers on the bureaucratic and diplomatic challenges faced by British embassy staff in the fictional authoritarian state of Tazbekistan. The series earns its TV-MA rating primarily through pervasive strong language, depictions of heavy alcohol consumption, and dark, cynical themes involving human rights abuses, political corruption, and the threat of violence. While it… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

David Mitchell
David Mitchell
Robert Webb
Robert Webb
Susan Lynch
Susan Lynch
Amara Karan
Amara Karan
Oliver Dimsdale
Oliver Dimsdale
Shivani Ghai
Shivani Ghai
Keeley Hawes
Keeley Hawes
Natalia Tena
Natalia Tena
Matthew Macfadyen
Matthew Macfadyen
IP
Isobel Pravda
Velibor Topic
Velibor Topic
Debbie Chazen
Debbie Chazen
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Is Ambassadors appropriate for kids?

Ambassadors is a three-episode political comedy-drama that centers on the bureaucratic and diplomatic challenges faced by British embassy staff in the fictional authoritarian state of Tazbekistan. The series earns its TV-MA rating primarily through pervasive strong language… Read more — free account

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

Sex and nudity in Ambassadors

The series features occasional sexual innuendo, references to extramarital affairs, and suggestive dialogue regarding relationships within the embassy staff.

Violence and gore in Ambassadors

Violence is mostly grounded in the geopolitical context, including threats of state-sanctioned repression, physical confrontations, and a chaotic revolution depicted in the finale.

Language in Ambassadors

The dialogue contains pervasive strong language, including frequent uses of 'f-k', 's-t', and other coarse expletives typical of adult-oriented British comedy-drama.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Ambassadors

Frequent social drinking occurs during diplomatic functions and embassy staff gatherings, often portraying alcohol as a coping mechanism for the stressful work environment.

Mature themes in Ambassadors

The show deals with mature themes including political corruption, human rights violations, the futility of diplomacy, and personal insecurity in high-pressure roles.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ambassadors appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Ambassadors is best for ages 17+. It's rated TV-MA. Ambassadors is a three-episode political comedy-drama that centers on the bureaucratic and diplomatic challenges faced by British embassy staff in the fictional authoritarian state of Tazbekistan. The series earns its…

What age rating does Ambassadors have?

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

What is Ambassadors about?

Ambassadors is a three-episode political comedy-drama that centers on the bureaucratic and diplomatic challenges faced by British embassy staff in the fictional authoritarian state of Tazbekistan. The series earns its TV-MA rating primarily through pervasive strong language, depictions of heavy alcohol consumption…

How many seasons does Ambassadors have?

Ambassadors has 1 season covered in this parent guide. Sign up to see a season-by-season breakdown.

Is there sex or nudity in Ambassadors?

Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across Ambassadors.

How violent is Ambassadors?

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

Is the language in Ambassadors appropriate for kids?

Strong language isn't flagged across Ambassadors.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Ambassadors?

Drug, alcohol, and smoking depictions are minimal across Ambassadors.

What mature themes appear in Ambassadors?

Heavy thematic material isn't a defining feature of Ambassadors.

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