Bonkers (1993) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?

Name: Bonkers
Rating: 6.6

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Bonkers is an animated American television series that aired from September 4, 1993 to August 24, 1995 in first-run syndication. The syndicated run was available both separately, and as part of The Disney Afternoon. The show was last seen on Toon Disney, but was taken off the schedule in late 2004.

TV-PG • 1993 • 1 season

6.6

Average rating by Bontent members

Age

10+

Comedy drama series starring Liza Tarbuck as Helen, a likeable, forty-something teacher whose world is turned upside down when she discovers her husband of 20 years has been cheating on her.

Cast

Jim Cummings

Karla DeVito

Frank Welker

Sherry Lynn

Earl Boen

Ron Perlman

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Is Bonkers appropriate for kids?

Comedy drama series starring Liza Tarbuck as Helen, a likeable, forty-something teacher whose world is turned upside down when she discovers her husband of 20 years has been cheating on her. Read more — free account

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Substances None 0/10

Language Moderate 4/10

Sex/Nudity Moderate 4/10

Violence/Gore Moderate 4/10

Mature Themes Intense 10/10

Sex and nudity in Bonkers

No explicit sexual content or nudity. Crushes, dating, flirting, jealousy, and romantic embarrassment may recur.

Violence and gore in Bonkers

Minimal-to-mild violence; slapstick, sports mishaps, pranks, or comic accidents may occur.

Language in Bonkers

The season contains no strong profanity or offensive slurs. Verbal conflict is limited to mild name-calling, sarcastic remarks, and childhood teasing between rivals. Most arguments revolve around school pressures or social embarrassments, staying within the bounds of family-friendly dialogue.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Bonkers

No prominent substance use; occasional party or older-teen settings may be referenced lightly.

Mature themes in Bonkers

Moderate tween/teen themes of friendship, identity, independence, peer pressure, jealousy, popularity, honesty, and responsibility.

Scary moments in Bonkers

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Bonkers yet. Because this title is recommended for younger kids, sign up to get community-flagged jump scares, tense scenes, and startling imagery as parents submit them.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bonkers appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Bonkers is best for ages 10+. It's rated TV-PG. Comedy drama series starring Liza Tarbuck as Helen, a likeable, forty-something teacher whose world is turned upside down when she discovers her husband of 20 years has been cheating on her.

What age rating does Bonkers have?

Bonkers is rated TV-PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.

What is Bonkers about?

Comedy drama series starring Liza Tarbuck as Helen, a likeable, forty-something teacher whose world is turned upside down when she discovers her husband of 20 years has been cheating on her.

How many seasons does Bonkers have?

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

Is there sex or nudity in Bonkers?

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

How violent is Bonkers?

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

Is the language in Bonkers appropriate for kids?

Strong language isn't flagged across Bonkers.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Bonkers?

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

What mature themes appear in Bonkers?

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