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Ruby Gloom (2006) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Ruby Gloom is a Canadian children's show that revolves around the titular character, Ruby, who has a unique perspective on the world. While some kids might be afraid of the dark, Ruby embraces it and finds joy in the company of strange and quirky characters like Doom Kitty, Skull Boy, Misery, Boo Boo, and Mr. Buns. Together, they navigate various adventures and challenges. The series is based on an apparel franchise of the same name. The show was produced by Nelvana and began airing on October 13, 2006 in Canada on the network YTV… Sign up for the full guide

TV-G • 2006 • 2 seasons

Age
6+

This TV-G animated series earns its rating for gentle gothic imagery, spooky characters and mild comic peril rather than genuinely frightening or graphic material. Recurring concerns include accidents, malfunctioning inventions, characters becoming lost or briefly endangered, and anxiety about heights, monsters, injuries and separation. A few stories involve crushes or love poetry, but the supplied episode information contains no… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Sarah Gadon
Sarah Gadon
Adrian Truss
Adrian Truss
Scott McCord
Scott McCord
Barbara Mamabolo
Barbara Mamabolo
David Berni
David Berni
Peter Keleghan
Peter Keleghan
Stacey DePass
Stacey DePass
Emily Hampshire
Emily Hampshire
Jeremy Harris
Jeremy Harris
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Is Ruby Gloom appropriate for kids?

This TV-G animated series earns its rating for gentle gothic imagery, spooky characters and mild comic peril rather than genuinely frightening or graphic material. Recurring concerns include accidents, malfunctioning inventions, characters becoming lost or briefly endangered… Read more — free account

Content severity in Ruby Gloom Sign up for season-by-season breakdown

Substances None 0/10
Language None 0/10
Sex/Nudity Mild 2/10
Violence/Gore Moderate 4/10
Mature Themes Moderate 4/10

Sex and nudity in Ruby Gloom

Sexual content is absent. In "Ruby Cubed," Skull Boy recites love sonnets and Iris and Misery develop innocent crushes on him; nothing more mature is described.

Violence and gore in Ruby Gloom

Fantasy and slapstick peril are somewhat more prominent than in Season 1 but remain within a TV-G context. Iris and Squig crash into Skull Boy's tower, an exhibit explodes, the mansion is blasted into space, Skull Boy is knocked unconscious and Ruby is thrown from a runaway train; no graphic injury is described.

Language in Ruby Gloom

No profanity, slurs or other objectionable language are identified in the supplied season information. The season includes disagreements and mixed reactions to creative projects, but no specific harsh dialogue is documented.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Ruby Gloom

No alcohol, drugs, smoking or intoxication are identified in the supplied season information. Substance content is absent.

Mature themes in Ruby Gloom

Scaredy Bat fears losing both a tooth and his wisdom, while Skull Boy struggles with identity, family origins and separation from his friends. Other stories involve creative frustration, homesickness, repeated disasters, ominous Friday-the-13th imagery and suspense aboard a runaway train with Poe missing and a shadowy stranger present.

Scary moments in Ruby Gloom

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Ruby Gloom 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 Ruby Gloom appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Ruby Gloom is best for ages 6+. It's rated TV-G. This TV-G animated series earns its rating for gentle gothic imagery, spooky characters and mild comic peril rather than genuinely frightening or graphic material. Recurring concerns include accidents, malfunctioning…

What age rating does Ruby Gloom have?

Ruby Gloom is rated TV-G. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 6+.

What is Ruby Gloom about?

This TV-G animated series earns its rating for gentle gothic imagery, spooky characters and mild comic peril rather than genuinely frightening or graphic material. Recurring concerns include accidents, malfunctioning inventions, characters becoming lost or briefly endangered, and anxiety about heights, monsters…

How many seasons does Ruby Gloom have?

Ruby Gloom has 2 seasons covered in this parent guide. Sign up to see a season-by-season breakdown.

Is there sex or nudity in Ruby Gloom?

Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across Ruby Gloom.

How violent is Ruby Gloom?

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

Is the language in Ruby Gloom appropriate for kids?

Strong language isn't flagged across Ruby Gloom.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Ruby Gloom?

Drug, alcohol, and smoking depictions are minimal across Ruby Gloom.

What mature themes appear in Ruby Gloom?

Heavy thematic material isn't a defining feature of Ruby Gloom.

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