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Forever (2014) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Doctor Henry Morgan, New York City’s star medical examiner, has a secret. He doesn't just study the dead to solve criminal cases, he does it to solve the mystery that has eluded him for 200 years—the answer to his own inexplicable immortality. This long life has given Henry remarkable observation skills which impresses his new partner, Detective Jo Martinez. Each week, a new case and their budding friendship will reveal layers of Henry’s long and colorful past. Only his best friend and confidant, Abe knows Henry’s secret.

TV-PG • 2014 • 1 season

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Rated TV-PG, this fantasy-tinged crime procedural centers on an immortal New York City medical examiner who solves murders. The rating is primarily due to thematic content and violence related to these weekly criminal investigations. Each episode features a murder, with non-graphic but clinical views of dead bodies in crime scenes and the morgue, as well as discussions of how they died. The protagonist himself dies repeatedly in scenes… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Ioan Gruffudd
Ioan Gruffudd
Judd Hirsch
Judd Hirsch
Alana de la Garza
Alana de la Garza
Lorraine Toussaint
Lorraine Toussaint
Donnie Keshawarz
Donnie Keshawarz
Joel David Moore
Joel David Moore
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Is Forever appropriate for kids?

Rated TV-PG, this fantasy-tinged crime procedural centers on an immortal New York City medical examiner who solves murders. The rating is primarily due to thematic content and violence related to these weekly criminal investigations. Each episode features a murder, with… Read more — free account

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Substances Intense 8/10
Language Moderate 4/10
Sex/Nudity Strong 6/10
Violence/Gore Intense 10/10
Mature Themes Intense 10/10

Sex and nudity in Forever

Sexual content is generally mild. There are occasional discussions or implications of sexual relationships, including references to a dominatrix in one episode, but no nudity or explicit sexual acts are shown. Brief kissing and suggestive attire may appear.

Violence and gore in Forever

Violence is a constant element as the show revolves around murder investigations. Dead bodies are frequently shown, sometimes with visible wounds or in states of decomposition, though these are typically handled with a focus on forensic detail rather than gore. Fights are rare and non-graphic. There are discussions of past violence and methods of killing.

Language in Forever

Profanity is infrequent and light, limited to words like "damn" or "hell." Dialogue can occasionally be suggestive depending on the episode's theme, but never crosses into explicit territory.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Forever

Alcohol consumption is shown casually in bar settings or during social events, but intoxication is rare. Some episodes feature plot points revolving around illegal drug use or the sale of potentially harmful substances, but depictions are not graphic or glamorized.

Mature themes in Forever

The central theme is immortality and the grief, loss, and loneliness associated with outliving loved ones. The show also explores themes of death, murder, betrayal, and justice. Mental illness is touched upon through discussions of characters' psychological states.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Forever appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Forever is best for ages 12+. It's rated TV-PG. Rated TV-PG, this fantasy-tinged crime procedural centers on an immortal New York City medical examiner who solves murders. The rating is primarily due to thematic content and violence related to these weekly criminal…

What age rating does Forever have?

Forever is rated TV-PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 12+.

What is Forever about?

Rated TV-PG, this fantasy-tinged crime procedural centers on an immortal New York City medical examiner who solves murders. The rating is primarily due to thematic content and violence related to these weekly criminal investigations. Each episode features a murder, with non-graphic but clinical views of dead bodies in…

How many seasons does Forever have?

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

Is there sex or nudity in Forever?

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

How violent is Forever?

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

Is the language in Forever appropriate for kids?

Strong language isn't flagged across Forever.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Forever?

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

What mature themes appear in Forever?

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

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