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Blackout: Tomorrow Is Too Late (2021) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

A chain reaction in the European power grid plunges the continent into darkness. Hacker Pierre Manzano realizes that a code he wrote is to blame. In Germany Frauke Michelsen heads the country’s crisis response team. Disaster looms.

TV-MA • 2021 • 1 season

6.2
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Age
17+

This German thriller earns its TV-MA rating for its intense and realistic depiction of a society collapsing after a continent-wide power failure. Parents should be aware of strong violence, including riots, desperate fights for resources, and some bloody injuries as the situation deteriorates. The series also contains frequent strong language and pervasive, sustained scenes of peril and psychological distress. While sexual content and… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Moritz Bleibtreu
Moritz Bleibtreu
Milena Dreißig
Milena Dreißig
Heiner Lauterbach
Heiner Lauterbach
Stephan Kampwirth
Stephan Kampwirth
Herbert Knaup
Herbert Knaup
Jessica Schwarz
Jessica Schwarz
Caroline Hartig
Caroline Hartig
Anselm Bresgott
Anselm Bresgott
Barry Atsma
Barry Atsma
Marie Leuenberger
Marie Leuenberger
Francis Fulton-Smith
Francis Fulton-Smith
Claudio Caiolo
Claudio Caiolo
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Is Blackout: Tomorrow Is Too Late appropriate for kids?

This German thriller earns its TV-MA rating for its intense and realistic depiction of a society collapsing after a continent-wide power failure. Parents should be aware of strong violence, including riots, desperate fights for resources, and some bloody injuries as the… Read more — free account

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Substances Moderate 4/10
Language Intense 10/10
Sex/Nudity Moderate 4/10
Violence/Gore Intense 10/10
Mature Themes Intense 10/10

Sex and nudity in Blackout: Tomorrow Is Too Late

Sexual content is mild but present. There are brief, implied sexual encounters between consenting adults, primarily depicted through kissing, suggestive dialogue, and waking up in bed together. No nudity is shown, but sexual tension and themes are part of character relationships.

Violence and gore in Blackout: Tomorrow Is Too Late

Violence is strong and frequent, depicting the breakdown of order during a continental blackout. This includes shootouts with multiple fatalities, characters being tortured (implied and some shown bloodied), bombings, and car crashes. The threat of a nuclear meltdown is a major plot point, leading to intense peril and one character being shot and injured during the crisis. Some blood and gore are shown, particularly from gunshot wounds.

Language in Blackout: Tomorrow Is Too Late

Frequent strong language is used throughout the season, including multiple instances of 'f**k,' 'sh*t,' and other expletives in German, often with English subtitles that reflect this intensity. Characters use profanity under duress and in frustrated exchanges.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Blackout: Tomorrow Is Too Late

Alcohol is consumed casually by adults in social settings and by characters under stress. No illegal drug use is depicted, nor is there any focus on addiction.

Mature themes in Blackout: Tomorrow Is Too Late

The series explores themes of societal collapse, governmental failure, extremism, and the morality of desperate acts. It depicts the psychological toll of a wide-ranging disaster, including fear, paranoia, and the breakdown of human decency. Trauma, particularly following violent events and the separation of families, is a recurring theme.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Blackout: Tomorrow Is Too Late appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Blackout: Tomorrow Is Too Late is best for ages 17+. It's rated TV-MA. This German thriller earns its TV-MA rating for its intense and realistic depiction of a society collapsing after a continent-wide power failure. Parents should be aware of strong violence, including riots, desperate…

What age rating does Blackout: Tomorrow Is Too Late have?

Blackout: Tomorrow Is Too Late is rated TV-MA. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 17+.

What is Blackout: Tomorrow Is Too Late about?

This German thriller earns its TV-MA rating for its intense and realistic depiction of a society collapsing after a continent-wide power failure. Parents should be aware of strong violence, including riots, desperate fights for resources, and some bloody injuries as the situation deteriorates. The series also contains…

How many seasons does Blackout: Tomorrow Is Too Late have?

Blackout: Tomorrow Is Too Late has 1 season covered in this parent guide. Sign up to see a season-by-season breakdown.

Is there sex or nudity in Blackout: Tomorrow Is Too Late?

Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across Blackout: Tomorrow Is Too Late.

How violent is Blackout: Tomorrow Is Too Late?

Violence isn't a standout concern across Blackout: Tomorrow Is Too Late per our reviewers.

Is the language in Blackout: Tomorrow Is Too Late appropriate for kids?

Strong language isn't flagged across Blackout: Tomorrow Is Too Late.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Blackout: Tomorrow Is Too Late?

Drug, alcohol, and smoking depictions are minimal across Blackout: Tomorrow Is Too Late.

What mature themes appear in Blackout: Tomorrow Is Too Late?

Heavy thematic material isn't a defining feature of Blackout: Tomorrow Is Too Late.

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