Colony (2016) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?

Sexual content is mild, featuring some implied sexual situations and brief, non-graphic intimacy. A significant scene involves an implied threesome where a woman is partially undressed to lingerie, with side breast nudity, and the act is observed by another. Another scene shows fully nude prisoners from behind or with strategically covered genitals, though no explicit sexual act.

Violence is frequent and impactful, similar to the first season but at times more graphic. It includes numerous shootouts with blood splatter, explosions resulting in fatalities, hand-to-hand combat, and executions (both by firing squad and vaporizations by alien tech). A mass grave with bloody bodies is depicted. Instances of torture, sometimes implied and sometimes briefly shown, are present, along with characters being interrogated under duress. Child characters are occasionally in peril.

Profanity is moderate throughout the season. Words such as "damn," "hell," "bitch," and "ass" are heard regularly, often in moments of stress or anger. The 'f-word' is used infrequently, usually once or twice per episode in highly charged situations.

This season delves deeply into themes of occupation, resistance, and the price of freedom. It explores collaboration versus defiance, the psychological toll of oppression, and the erosion of personal liberties. Parental sacrifice, family separation, ethical compromises, and the loss of innocence for younger characters like Bram and Charlie are central. The nature of the 'Hosts' and their impact on humanity continue to be a significant underlying theme.