American Vandal (2017) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?

Sexual content is central to the season's premise and execution, primarily through dialogue and imagery of cartoonish phallic symbols drawn during the prank. There are numerous hand-drawn and digital renderings of penises, sometimes with comedic intent. Discussions about sexual acts, rumors of sexual encounters, and references to masturbation and sexual fantasies are common. One episode features a blurry CGI image of a teen stroking another's penis, though it's unclear and used for comedic shock. No actual nudity…

Violence is largely absent. There are depictions of the aftermath of the 'turd burglar' incidents, which involve gross-out imagery of feces, but no physical violence against individuals. There is a minor incident of a food fight and property damage, and a character is shoved. The primary 'violence' is the emotional and social harm inflicted by the pranks and online harassment.

Frequent use of strong profanity, including f-bombs, s-words ('shit' is particularly prevalent given the subject matter), and other expletives, is heard throughout conversations among the students and even occasionally from adults. The language is consistent with a high school setting where such words are common, but it is not censored.

This season delves into themes of online bullying and harassment, social isolation, mental health struggles (including anxiety and self-harm), and the pressures of fitting in. The concept of identity, especially in the digital age, is central, with characters grappling with their online personas versus reality. Misinformation, public shaming, and the impacts of viral content are also significant themes. Underage drinking and drug use are depicted at parties.