Back to 1989 (2016) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
A young successful young man has always felt something missing in his life because he never knew his father. At 26, Che Chen is already a successful assistant manager for an investment trust. But he was raised by his single mother Chen Mu and never knew the identity of his father, and that void has been nagging at him. But a freak accident sends Che back 27 years into the past, to the year before he was born. When he meets 22-year-old Zhen Zhen Ye, Che realizes that this naïve and trusting young woman is his mother's best friend!… Sign up for the full guide
TV-14 • 2016 • 1 season
Back to 1989 is a Taiwanese drama centering on a young man who is transported back in time to 1989, the year before his own birth, where he meets his mother as a young woman. The series explores mature themes of family legacy, romantic entanglements, and the moral weight of potentially altering one's own existence. Content is generally mild, with the rating reflecting typical television drama standards including occasional emotional… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Back to 1989 appropriate for kids?
Back to 1989 is a Taiwanese drama centering on a young man who is transported back in time to 1989, the year before his own birth, where he meets his mother as a young woman. The series explores mature themes of family legacy, romantic entanglements, and the moral weight of… Read more — free account
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Sex and nudity in Back to 1989
The show features light romantic tension, longing glances, and some physical affection like kissing. Mature themes regarding pregnancy and sexual situations are discussed or implied but not explicitly shown.
Violence and gore in Back to 1989
Physical conflict is occasional, including non-graphic brawls, bar fights, and aggressive confrontations. There are moments of moderate peril involving accidents or threats of physical intimidation, but these lack graphic gore.
Language in Back to 1989
The language is generally moderate, consisting of typical insults, raised voices during arguments, and occasional mild expletives consistent with a TV-14 rating.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Back to 1989
Alcohol consumption is a recurring element, typically depicted during social outings, office parties, or at bars. Characters occasionally engage in drinking games or show signs of mild intoxication during emotional confrontations.
Mature themes in Back to 1989
The series deals with mature emotional themes, including parental abandonment, unplanned pregnancy, grief, and the struggle to change one's destiny. There are heavy sequences regarding emotional trauma, family estrangement, and personal crises.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Back to 1989 appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Back to 1989 is best for ages 13+. It's rated TV-14. Back to 1989 is a Taiwanese drama centering on a young man who is transported back in time to 1989, the year before his own birth, where he meets his mother as a young woman. The series explores mature themes of family…
What age rating does Back to 1989 have?
Back to 1989 is rated TV-14. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Back to 1989 about?
Back to 1989 is a Taiwanese drama centering on a young man who is transported back in time to 1989, the year before his own birth, where he meets his mother as a young woman. The series explores mature themes of family legacy, romantic entanglements, and the moral weight of potentially altering one's own existence…
How many seasons does Back to 1989 have?
Back to 1989 has 1 season covered in this parent guide. Sign up to see a season-by-season breakdown.
Is there sex or nudity in Back to 1989?
Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across Back to 1989.
How violent is Back to 1989?
Violence isn't a standout concern across Back to 1989 per our reviewers.
Is the language in Back to 1989 appropriate for kids?
Strong language isn't flagged across Back to 1989.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Back to 1989?
Drug, alcohol, and smoking depictions are minimal across Back to 1989.
What mature themes appear in Back to 1989?
Heavy thematic material isn't a defining feature of Back to 1989.
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