Family Ties (1982) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Former 1960s flower children Steven and Elyse Keaton raise their conservative son Alex, daughters Mallory and Jennifer, and later, youngest child Andrew.
TV-PG • 1982 • 7 seasons
Steve and Elyse Keaton, once 1960s radicals, now find themselves in Reagan-Era American trying to raise a traditional suburban family. Son Alex P. Keaton is an ambitious Young Republican and his sister Mallory is a shallow victim of the corporate culture,...
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Is Family Ties appropriate for kids?
Steve and Elyse Keaton, once 1960s radicals, now find themselves in Reagan-Era American trying to raise a traditional suburban family. Son Alex P. Keaton is an ambitious Young Republican and his sister Mallory is a shallow victim of the corporate culture,... Read more — free account
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Sex and nudity in Family Ties
No explicit sexual content or nudity. Crushes, dating, flirting, jealousy, and romantic embarrassment may recur.
Violence and gore in Family Ties
Minimal-to-mild violence; slapstick, sports mishaps, pranks, or comic accidents may occur.
Language in Family Ties
The season contains no strong profanity or vulgarity, maintaining a standard suitable for broadcast television. Verbal conflicts typically involve mild insults, sarcastic remarks between siblings, and common schoolyard teasing. Family arguments sometimes lead to heightened emotions, but the language remains focused on expressing frustration or minor embarrassment.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Family Ties
No prominent substance use; occasional party or older-teen settings may be referenced lightly.
Mature themes in Family Ties
Moderate tween/teen themes of friendship, identity, independence, peer pressure, jealousy, popularity, honesty, and responsibility.
Scary moments in Family Ties
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Family Ties 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 Ties appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Family Ties is best for ages 10+. It's rated TV-PG. Steve and Elyse Keaton, once 1960s radicals, now find themselves in Reagan-Era American trying to raise a traditional suburban family. Son Alex P. Keaton is an ambitious Young Republican and his sister Mallory is a…
What age rating does Family Ties have?
Family Ties is rated TV-PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is Family Ties about?
Steve and Elyse Keaton, once 1960s radicals, now find themselves in Reagan-Era American trying to raise a traditional suburban family. Son Alex P. Keaton is an ambitious Young Republican and his sister Mallory is a shallow victim of the corporate culture,...
How many seasons does Family Ties have?
Family Ties has 7 seasons covered in this parent guide. Sign up to see a season-by-season breakdown.
Is there sex or nudity in Family Ties?
Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across Family Ties.
How violent is Family Ties?
Violence isn't a standout concern across Family Ties per our reviewers.
Is the language in Family Ties appropriate for kids?
Strong language isn't flagged across Family Ties.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Family Ties?
Drug, alcohol, and smoking depictions are minimal across Family Ties.
What mature themes appear in Family Ties?
Heavy thematic material isn't a defining feature of Family Ties.
Where can I read the full Family Ties parent guide?
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