Seeing Things (1981) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Seeing Things is a Canadian comedy-drama mystery television series which originally aired on CBC Television from 1981 to 1987. It was also seen in Europe, South Africa, Singapore, Spain, Australia and the United States. In all, 43 episodes were produced. With the exception of "Seeing R.E.D." episodes were one hour long. The show starred Louis Del Grande as Louis Ciccone, a newspaper journalist who solves murders with the help of his ability to see postcognitive visions. Unfortunately, Louis cannot consciously control this sense… Sign up for the full guide
TV-PG • 1981 • 6 seasons
Seeing Things is a CBC comedy-mystery (1981–1987) about a hapless Toronto journalist who experiences psychic visions of crimes and reluctantly helps police solve them. Six gentle seasons in the Murder, She Wrote vein: bloodless mysteries, family-comedy beats, and a likeable lead. Content is very mild — no sex, no profanity, only suggested violence. A nostalgic, family-safe pick from about age 11+.
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Is Seeing Things appropriate for kids?
Seeing Things is a CBC comedy-mystery (1981–1987) about a hapless Toronto journalist who experiences psychic visions of crimes and reluctantly helps police solve them. Six gentle seasons in the Murder, She Wrote vein: bloodless mysteries, family-comedy beats, and a likeable… Read more — free account
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Sex and nudity in Seeing Things
Sexual content is rated episode by episode, including romance, innuendo, sexual situations, nudity, or assault-related material when relevant.
Violence and gore in Seeing Things
Violence severity is rated by episode, including fights, weapons, gore, death, injuries, monsters, or frightening imagery.
Language in Seeing Things
Language severity follows the series usual rating level and rises for profanity, threats, insults, or explicit comedy.
Mature themes in Seeing Things
Tone reflects emotional weight parents may want to know about: trauma, grief, fear, addiction, social pressure, moral conflict, or family distress.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Seeing Things appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Seeing Things is best for ages 11+. It's rated TV-PG. Seeing Things is a CBC comedy-mystery (1981–1987) about a hapless Toronto journalist who experiences psychic visions of crimes and reluctantly helps police solve them. Six gentle seasons in the Murder, She Wrote vein…
What age rating does Seeing Things have?
Seeing Things is rated TV-PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 11+.
What is Seeing Things about?
Seeing Things is a CBC comedy-mystery (1981–1987) about a hapless Toronto journalist who experiences psychic visions of crimes and reluctantly helps police solve them. Six gentle seasons in the Murder, She Wrote vein: bloodless mysteries, family-comedy beats, and a likeable lead. Content is very mild — no sex, no…
How many seasons does Seeing Things have?
Seeing Things has 6 seasons covered in this parent guide. Sign up to see a season-by-season breakdown.
Is there sex or nudity in Seeing Things?
Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across Seeing Things.
How violent is Seeing Things?
Violence isn't a standout concern across Seeing Things per our reviewers.
Is the language in Seeing Things appropriate for kids?
Strong language isn't flagged across Seeing Things.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Seeing Things?
Drug, alcohol, and smoking depictions are minimal across Seeing Things.
What mature themes appear in Seeing Things?
Heavy thematic material isn't a defining feature of Seeing Things.
Where can I read the full Seeing Things parent guide?
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