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Keeping Up with the Kardashians (2007) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

A peek inside the exploits and privileged private lives of the blended Kardashian-Jenner family, including sisters Kim, Kourtney and Khloé.

TV-14 • 2007 • 20 seasons

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Keeping Up with the Kardashians is a long-running reality series documenting the personal and professional lives of the Kardashian-Jenner family. The show is rated TV-14 primarily for its pervasive focus on adult relationships, frequent sexualized innuendo, and recurring interpersonal conflict. Parents should be aware of themes involving public scrutiny, trauma, and complex family dynamics, as well as moderate profanity and occasional… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Kris Jenner
Kris Jenner
Kourtney Kardashian Barker
Kourtney Kardashian Barker
Kim Kardashian
Kim Kardashian
Khloé Kardashian
Khloé Kardashian
Kendall Jenner
Kendall Jenner
Kylie Jenner
Kylie Jenner
Scott Disick
Scott Disick
Tristan Thompson
Tristan Thompson
Corey Gamble
Corey Gamble
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Is Keeping Up with the Kardashians appropriate for kids?

Keeping Up with the Kardashians is a long-running reality series documenting the personal and professional lives of the Kardashian-Jenner family. The show is rated TV-14 primarily for its pervasive focus on adult relationships, frequent sexualized innuendo, and recurring… Read more — free account

Content severity in Keeping Up with the Kardashians Sign up for season-by-season breakdown

Substances Intense 10/10
Language Intense 10/10
Sex/Nudity Intense 10/10
Violence/Gore Intense 10/10
Mature Themes Intense 10/10

Sex and nudity in Keeping Up with the Kardashians

The show relies heavily on sexualized imagery, including provocative clothing, suggestive posing for photoshoots, and conversations about romantic relationships and intimacy. Frequent references to sexual infidelity and relationship status drive several major plot arcs this season.

Violence and gore in Keeping Up with the Kardashians

Violence is rare and typically limited to verbal altercations or isolated physical incidents, such as a slap or a confrontation. While the family faces stressful situations like home intrusion or burglary, the show remains focused on the emotional aftermath rather than graphic physical depictions.

Language in Keeping Up with the Kardashians

The series features frequent use of moderate and mild profanity. Common terms include 'hell,' 'damn,' 'bitch,' and 'shit,' typically used during heated arguments or casual conversation. Stronger language is occasionally used but is generally censored in the broadcast version.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Keeping Up with the Kardashians

Alcohol consumption is a recurring theme, often depicted during social events or as a coping mechanism during emotional strife, such as Scott Disick's noted struggles. There is a specific mention of the use of medical cannabis to manage chronic pain. These depictions are occasional and generally tied to character storylines.

Mature themes in Keeping Up with the Kardashians

The season is characterized by intense family conflict, including divorce, separation, and the impact of parental dissolution on children. Issues regarding bereavement, the death of parents, emotional detachment, and the pressures of living in the public eye are constant and central themes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Keeping Up with the Kardashians appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Keeping Up with the Kardashians is best for ages 14+. It's rated TV-14. Keeping Up with the Kardashians is a long-running reality series documenting the personal and professional lives of the Kardashian-Jenner family. The show is rated TV-14 primarily for its pervasive focus on adult…

What age rating does Keeping Up with the Kardashians have?

Keeping Up with the Kardashians is rated TV-14. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 14+.

What is Keeping Up with the Kardashians about?

Keeping Up with the Kardashians is a long-running reality series documenting the personal and professional lives of the Kardashian-Jenner family. The show is rated TV-14 primarily for its pervasive focus on adult relationships, frequent sexualized innuendo, and recurring interpersonal conflict. Parents should be aware…

How many seasons does Keeping Up with the Kardashians have?

Keeping Up with the Kardashians has 20 seasons covered in this parent guide. Sign up to see a season-by-season breakdown.

Is there sex or nudity in Keeping Up with the Kardashians?

Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across Keeping Up with the Kardashians.

How violent is Keeping Up with the Kardashians?

Violence isn't a standout concern across Keeping Up with the Kardashians per our reviewers.

Is the language in Keeping Up with the Kardashians appropriate for kids?

Strong language isn't flagged across Keeping Up with the Kardashians.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Keeping Up with the Kardashians?

Drug, alcohol, and smoking depictions are minimal across Keeping Up with the Kardashians.

What mature themes appear in Keeping Up with the Kardashians?

Heavy thematic material isn't a defining feature of Keeping Up with the Kardashians.

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