Lost in Space (2018) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?

Name: Lost in Space
Rating: 7.5

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

After crash-landing on an alien planet, the Robinson family fights against all odds to survive and escape. But they're surrounded by hidden dangers.

TV-PG • 2018 • 3 seasons

7.5

1K+

Average rating by Bontent members

Age

10+

Netflix’s Lost in Space is a family sci-fi adventure with strong peril. It is not graphic, but it frequently puts children in life-threatening situations involving crashes, hostile planets, alien robots, injury, suffocation, betrayal, and separation from parents. Best for tweens who can handle sustained suspense.

Cast

Toby Stephens

Molly Parker

Maxwell Jenkins

Taylor Russell

Mina Sundwall

Ignacio Serricchio

Brian Steele

Parker Posey

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Is Lost in Space appropriate for kids?

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Substances Mild 2/10

Language Mild 2/10

Sex/Nudity None 0/10

Violence/Gore Intense 8/10

Mature Themes Strong 6/10

Sex and nudity in Lost in Space

There is little to no sexual content or nudity in this season as the focus remains on the family's survival in a science fiction setting. Romantic interactions are limited to brief displays of affection between the parents, such as hand-holding or quick hugs. The show prioritizes high-stakes danger and character dynamics over sexual themes, making it appropriate for a family audience.

Violence and gore in Lost in Space

Frequent non-graphic but intense sci-fi peril: crashes, injuries, explosions, alien robots, falls, drowning/suffocation danger, and combat.

Language in Lost in Space

Occasional mild language and tense shouting during emergencies, but not a profanity-driven show.

Mature themes in Lost in Space

Survival ethics, deception, abandonment, grief, family separation, sacrifice, death risk, and children facing adult-level danger.

Scary moments in Lost in Space

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Lost in Space 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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Is Lost in Space appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Lost in Space is best for ages 10+. It's rated TV-PG. Netflix’s Lost in Space is a family sci-fi adventure with strong peril. It is not graphic, but it frequently puts children in life-threatening situations involving crashes, hostile planets, alien robots, injury…

What age rating does Lost in Space have?

Lost in Space is rated TV-PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.

What is Lost in Space about?

How many seasons does Lost in Space have?

Lost in Space has 3 seasons covered in this parent guide. Sign up to see a season-by-season breakdown.

Is there sex or nudity in Lost in Space?

Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across Lost in Space.

How violent is Lost in Space?

Violence isn't a standout concern across Lost in Space per our reviewers.

Is the language in Lost in Space appropriate for kids?

Strong language isn't flagged across Lost in Space.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Lost in Space?