Rooster (2026) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?

Name: Rooster
Rating: 7.5

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

On a college campus, an author navigates a complicated relationship with his daughter.

TV-MA • 2026 • 1 season

7.5

Average rating by Bontent members

Age

17+

Rooster is an adult-oriented character drama that earns its TV-MA rating primarily for frequent strong language, with multiple uses of "f--k" in every episode. The series also contains some sexual content, including several scenes featuring rear male nudity and frank discussions of marital infidelity. The plot revolves around complex and often painful adult themes, such as dysfunctional family dynamics, professional jealousy, and the… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Steve Carell

Charly Clive

Danielle Deadwyler

Phil Dunster

John C. McGinley

Lauren Tsai

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Is Rooster appropriate for kids?

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Substances Moderate 4/10

Language Intense 10/10

Sex/Nudity Strong 6/10

Violence/Gore None 0/10

Mature Themes Intense 10/10

Sex and nudity in Rooster

Mild sexual content includes discussions of sexual relationships and brief, non-graphic rear male nudity in one or two episodes. There is also a scene showing a photo scan of breasts in Episode 5. No explicit sexual acts or female nudity are shown.

Violence and gore in Rooster

Violence is minimal and mild. There are no graphic depictions of violence, fighting, or gore. The show focuses on character drama rather than physical conflict.

Language in Rooster

Language is strong and very frequent, with multiple uses of the 'f-word' in nearly every episode. Other strong profanity and expletives are also heard regularly from various characters.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Rooster

Mild substance use is present, primarily in the form of characters casually drinking alcohol at parties, while dining, or in social settings. There are no depictions of drug use or heavy intoxication.

Mature themes in Rooster

Mature themes include marital separation and divorce, career uncertainty, parental manipulation, and the complexities of adult relationships. Characters grapple with personal failures, new professional paths, and emotional struggles, including anxiety and regret.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rooster appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Rooster is best for ages 17+. It's rated TV-MA. Rooster is an adult-oriented character drama that earns its TV-MA rating primarily for frequent strong language, with multiple uses of "f--k" in every episode. The series also contains some sexual content, including…

What age rating does Rooster have?

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

What is Rooster about?

How many seasons does Rooster have?

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

Is there sex or nudity in Rooster?

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

How violent is Rooster?

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

Is the language in Rooster appropriate for kids?

Strong language isn't flagged across Rooster.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Rooster?