Family Matters (1989) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
A long-running dramedy centering on the Winslow family, a middle-class African American family living in Chicago, and their pesky next-door neighbor, ultra-nerd Steve Urkel. A spin-off of Perfect Strangers.
TV-PG • 1989 • 9 seasons
A spinoff of Perfect Strangers , Family Matters began as the at-home adventures of elevator operator Harriette Winslow and her multigenerational family. But midway through the first season, Jaleel White made a one-shot appearance as neighborhood nerd...
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Is Family Matters appropriate for kids?
A spinoff of Perfect Strangers , Family Matters began as the at-home adventures of elevator operator Harriette Winslow and her multigenerational family. But midway through the first season, Jaleel White made a one-shot appearance as neighborhood nerd... Read more — free account
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Sex and nudity in Family Matters
No explicit sexual content or nudity. Crushes, dating, flirting, jealousy, and romantic embarrassment may recur.
Violence and gore in Family Matters
Minimal-to-mild violence; slapstick, sports mishaps, pranks, or comic accidents may occur.
Language in Family Matters
The season is free of strong profanity and graphic language, adhering to a strict family-oriented broadcast standard. Dialogue primarily features mild insults, sarcasm, and playful teasing between the Winslow family members and their neighbor, Steve Urkel. Occasional heated arguments occur, but they are resolved through constructive communication without the use of vulgarity.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Family Matters
No prominent substance use; occasional party or older-teen settings may be referenced lightly.
Mature themes in Family Matters
Moderate tween/teen themes of friendship, identity, independence, peer pressure, jealousy, popularity, honesty, and responsibility.
Scary moments in Family Matters
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Family Matters 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Family Matters appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Family Matters is best for ages 10+. It's rated TV-PG. A spinoff of Perfect Strangers , Family Matters began as the at-home adventures of elevator operator Harriette Winslow and her multigenerational family. But midway through the first season, Jaleel White made a one-shot…
What age rating does Family Matters have?
Family Matters is rated TV-PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is Family Matters about?
A spinoff of Perfect Strangers , Family Matters began as the at-home adventures of elevator operator Harriette Winslow and her multigenerational family. But midway through the first season, Jaleel White made a one-shot appearance as neighborhood nerd...
How many seasons does Family Matters have?
Family Matters has 9 seasons covered in this parent guide. Sign up to see a season-by-season breakdown.
Is there sex or nudity in Family Matters?
Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across Family Matters.
How violent is Family Matters?
Violence isn't a standout concern across Family Matters per our reviewers.
Is the language in Family Matters appropriate for kids?
Strong language isn't flagged across Family Matters.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Family Matters?
Drug, alcohol, and smoking depictions are minimal across Family Matters.
What mature themes appear in Family Matters?
Heavy thematic material isn't a defining feature of Family Matters.
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