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Land of the Giants (1968) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Set fifteen years in the then-future year 1983, the series tells the tale of the crew and passengers of a sub-orbital transport ship named Spindrift. In the pilot episode, the Spindrift is en route from Los Angeles to London, on an ultra-fast sub-orbital flight. Just beyond Earth's boundary with space, the Spindrift encounters a magnetic space storm, and is dragged through a space warp to a mysterious planet where everything is twelve times larger than on Earth, whose inhabitants the Earthlings nickname "the Giants". The Spindrift… Sign up for the full guide

TV-PG • 1968 • 2 seasons

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A classic 1960s sci-fi adventure from producer Irwin Allen, Land of the Giants follows a group of Earthlings struggling to survive on a planet where everything is twelve times its normal size. The primary content concern is the sustained peril and suspense, as the tiny humans are constantly hunted, captured, and threatened by the planet's humanoid "Giants". Violence is mild and of its era, involving fistfights and property destruction… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Don Marshall
Don Marshall
Heather Young
Heather Young
Don Matheson
Don Matheson
Stefan Arngrim
Stefan Arngrim
Gary Conway
Gary Conway
Deanna Lund
Deanna Lund
Kurt Kasznar
Kurt Kasznar
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Is Land of the Giants appropriate for kids?

A classic 1960s sci-fi adventure from producer Irwin Allen, Land of the Giants follows a group of Earthlings struggling to survive on a planet where everything is twelve times its normal size. The primary content concern is the sustained peril and suspense, as the tiny humans… Read more — free account

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Substances Moderate 4/10
Language None 0/10
Sex/Nudity None 0/10
Violence/Gore Intense 10/10
Mature Themes Intense 10/10

Sex and nudity in Land of the Giants

There is no sexual content or nudity depicted in this season. The series maintains a family-friendly focus on science fiction adventure and survival tension. Characters are consistently dressed in standard 1960s-era attire appropriate for a general audience.

Violence and gore in Land of the Giants

Violence is moderate and primarily involves peril and threats to the smaller human characters. Giants often chase or apprehend humans, who are frequently trapped, captured, or nearly crushed. Giant animals also pose a threat. While the small humans face constant danger, injuries shown are usually minor and non-graphic, focusing on the suspense of escape rather than direct impact. Punches and struggles occur, but blood is not shown.

Language in Land of the Giants

Language is consistently mild throughout the season. There is no profanity or harsh insults used by or towards any characters, whether human or giant. Dialogue focuses on plot progression and character interaction within the sci-fi adventure context.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Land of the Giants

Substance use is mild, with occasional depiction of giants consuming alcohol. This is typically shown in social settings without emphasis on intoxication and is rarely central to the plot, though some giants are portrayed as drinking at home or in establishments.

Mature themes in Land of the Giants

Themes of prejudice and fear between the small humans and the giants are central to the series, as both groups view the other with suspicion. Ethical dilemmas arise as characters decide whether to help or harm. The human characters face ongoing themes of survival, desperation, and longing for home. Characters also deal with loneliness, betrayal, and the moral choices in a harsh environment.

Scary moments in Land of the Giants

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Land of the Giants 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Land of the Giants appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Land of the Giants is best for ages 10+. It's rated TV-PG. A classic 1960s sci-fi adventure from producer Irwin Allen, Land of the Giants follows a group of Earthlings struggling to survive on a planet where everything is twelve times its normal size. The primary content…

What age rating does Land of the Giants have?

Land of the Giants is rated TV-PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.

What is Land of the Giants about?

A classic 1960s sci-fi adventure from producer Irwin Allen, Land of the Giants follows a group of Earthlings struggling to survive on a planet where everything is twelve times its normal size. The primary content concern is the sustained peril and suspense, as the tiny humans are constantly hunted, captured, and…

How many seasons does Land of the Giants have?

Land of the Giants has 2 seasons covered in this parent guide. Sign up to see a season-by-season breakdown.

Is there sex or nudity in Land of the Giants?

Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across Land of the Giants.

How violent is Land of the Giants?

Violence isn't a standout concern across Land of the Giants per our reviewers.

Is the language in Land of the Giants appropriate for kids?

Strong language isn't flagged across Land of the Giants.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Land of the Giants?

Drug, alcohol, and smoking depictions are minimal across Land of the Giants.

What mature themes appear in Land of the Giants?

Heavy thematic material isn't a defining feature of Land of the Giants.

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