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Famous in Love (2017) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Ordinary college student Paige gets her big break after auditioning for the starring role in a Hollywood blockbuster. She must now navigate her new star-studded life and the highs and lows that come with being the new It Girl in town as well as balancing her college workload.

TV-14 • 2017 • 2 seasons

6.8
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Famous in Love is a Freeform romantic drama based on Rebecca Serle's YA novel, following Paige Townsen — an ordinary college student who auditions on a whim for the lead role in a major Hollywood blockbuster and gets it, launching her into a world of fame, celebrity, and a love triangle with her two co-stars. It ran two seasons from 2017 to 2018 before being cancelled on a cliffhanger. The show is a bright, glossy Hollywood romance… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Bella Thorne
Bella Thorne
Charlie DePew
Charlie DePew
Carter Jenkins
Carter Jenkins
Niki Koss
Niki Koss
Pepi Sonuga
Pepi Sonuga
Georgie Flores
Georgie Flores
Keith Powers
Keith Powers
Perrey Reeves
Perrey Reeves
Danielle Campbell
Danielle Campbell
Jeannie Mai
Jeannie Mai
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Is Famous in Love appropriate for kids?

Famous in Love is a Freeform romantic drama based on Rebecca Serle's YA novel, following Paige Townsen — an ordinary college student who auditions on a whim for the lead role in a major Hollywood blockbuster and gets it, launching her into a world of fame, celebrity, and a love… Read more — free account

Content severity in Famous in Love Sign up for season-by-season breakdown

Substances Strong 6/10
Language None 0/10
Sex/Nudity Strong 6/10
Violence/Gore None 0/10
Mature Themes Intense 10/10

Sex and nudity in Famous in Love

Mild to moderate. Paige's romantic relationships with both Rainer and Jordan produce physical scenes — always tasteful and brief but clearly present. The Hollywood setting normalizes adult sexual relationships as industry backdrop. An affair subplot involving an adult character adds adult relationship content. Never explicit; always within Freeform's restrained standards. Physical content increases slightly in Season 2 as relationships deepen.

Violence and gore in Famous in Love

Essentially absent. The show contains no meaningful violence across either season. The closest it comes is industry scheming and emotional confrontation. Completely appropriate for all ages on this dimension.

Language in Famous in Love

Mild. The show aired on Freeform with clean language standards throughout both seasons. Essentially no coarse language across either season. Not a content concern at any point.

Mature themes in Famous in Love

Light but present. The show's most interesting mature theme is the cost of sudden fame — Paige's loss of privacy, the management of her public image, and the difficulty of maintaining genuine relationships under constant scrutiny are handled with more intelligence than the show's glossy packaging suggests. Jordan's troubled family background and its effect on his behavior gives him genuine emotional depth. The entertainment industry's power dynamics — particularly Nina Devon's manipulation of multiple characters …

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Famous in Love appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Famous in Love is best for ages 13+. It's rated TV-14. Famous in Love is a Freeform romantic drama based on Rebecca Serle's YA novel, following Paige Townsen — an ordinary college student who auditions on a whim for the lead role in a major Hollywood blockbuster and gets…

What age rating does Famous in Love have?

Famous in Love is rated TV-14. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.

What is Famous in Love about?

Famous in Love is a Freeform romantic drama based on Rebecca Serle's YA novel, following Paige Townsen — an ordinary college student who auditions on a whim for the lead role in a major Hollywood blockbuster and gets it, launching her into a world of fame, celebrity, and a love triangle with her two co-stars. It ran…

How many seasons does Famous in Love have?

Famous in Love has 2 seasons covered in this parent guide. Sign up to see a season-by-season breakdown.

Is there sex or nudity in Famous in Love?

Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across Famous in Love.

How violent is Famous in Love?

Violence isn't a standout concern across Famous in Love per our reviewers.

Is the language in Famous in Love appropriate for kids?

Strong language isn't flagged across Famous in Love.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Famous in Love?

Drug, alcohol, and smoking depictions are minimal across Famous in Love.

What mature themes appear in Famous in Love?

Heavy thematic material isn't a defining feature of Famous in Love.

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