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Point Zero (2024) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

An experienced virologist, Anya Markova, gives up her personal and professional life in Moscow and moves to work at a research center in Novosibirsk. She is clearly trying to escape from some personal pain, but in a new place fate throws the heroine another test - an outbreak of an unknown disease is recorded at the site of an illegal dump of a large meat processing plant in a remote village.

TV-MA • 2024 • 1 season

Age
17+

Point Zero is a medical thriller that follows a virologist investigating a mysterious outbreak in a remote village near an illegal waste site. The series focuses on professional tension, medical mystery, and personal trauma, maintaining a grounded, somber tone throughout its first season. Parents should be aware of themes involving disease, death, and environmental decay, alongside occasional scenes of medical procedures. Given the… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Marina Aleksandrova
Marina Aleksandrova
Sergey Marin
Sergey Marin
Natalya Rogozhkina
Natalya Rogozhkina
Mariia Ryshchenkova
Mariia Ryshchenkova
Evgeny Mundum
Evgeny Mundum
Vsevolod Makarov
Vsevolod Makarov
Maksim Emelyanov
Maksim Emelyanov
Darya Pozdnyakova
Darya Pozdnyakova
Sergey Makhovikov
Sergey Makhovikov
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Is Point Zero appropriate for kids?

Point Zero is a medical thriller that follows a virologist investigating a mysterious outbreak in a remote village near an illegal waste site. The series focuses on professional tension, medical mystery, and personal trauma, maintaining a grounded, somber tone throughout its… Read more — free account

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

Sex and nudity in Point Zero

Implied sexual situations and brief non-graphic encounters occur. Some scenes feature sexual objectification in dialogue.

Violence and gore in Point Zero

Contains frequent, graphic depictions of physical altercations, including blood, blunt-force trauma, and fatal injuries. The violence is sustained, realistic, and often brutal.

Language in Point Zero

Pervasive strong profanity, including frequent use of the 'f-word' and other harsh expletives throughout every episode.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Point Zero

Characters frequently use pills and alcohol to cope with their deteriorating environment. Several scenes depict clear intoxication and withdrawal symptoms.

Mature themes in Point Zero

Explores intense mature themes including extreme psychological manipulation, the breakdown of sanity, grief, and the moral consequences of survival at any cost.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Point Zero appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Point Zero is best for ages 17+. It's rated TV-MA. Point Zero is a medical thriller that follows a virologist investigating a mysterious outbreak in a remote village near an illegal waste site. The series focuses on professional tension, medical mystery, and personal…

What age rating does Point Zero have?

Point Zero is rated TV-MA. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 17+.

What is Point Zero about?

Point Zero is a medical thriller that follows a virologist investigating a mysterious outbreak in a remote village near an illegal waste site. The series focuses on professional tension, medical mystery, and personal trauma, maintaining a grounded, somber tone throughout its first season. Parents should be aware of…

How many seasons does Point Zero have?

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

Is there sex or nudity in Point Zero?

Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across Point Zero.

How violent is Point Zero?

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

Is the language in Point Zero appropriate for kids?

Strong language isn't flagged across Point Zero.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Point Zero?

Drug, alcohol, and smoking depictions are minimal across Point Zero.

What mature themes appear in Point Zero?

Heavy thematic material isn't a defining feature of Point Zero.

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