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Silo (2023) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

In a ruined and toxic future, thousands live in a giant silo deep underground. After its sheriff breaks a cardinal rule and residents die mysteriously, engineer Juliette starts to uncover shocking secrets and the truth about the silo.

TV-MA • 2023 • 2 seasons

8.2
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This dystopian sci-fi mystery is set in a claustrophobic underground society where trust is a fatal liability, and its TV-MA rating reflects this bleak, adult tone. The rating is primarily earned through intense mature themes, startling violence, and frequent strong language. Violence, while not constant, is often sudden and impactful, including characters being pushed to their death down a massive staircase, executions, and brutal… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Rebecca Ferguson
Rebecca Ferguson
Common
Common
Chinaza Uche
Chinaza Uche
Ashley Zukerman
Ashley Zukerman
Shane McRae
Shane McRae
Remmie Milner
Remmie Milner
Alexandria Riley
Alexandria Riley
Reed Birney
Reed Birney
Laura Innes
Laura Innes
Jessica Brown Findlay
Jessica Brown Findlay
Billy Postlethwaite
Billy Postlethwaite
Morven Christie
Morven Christie
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Is Silo appropriate for kids?

This dystopian sci-fi mystery is set in a claustrophobic underground society where trust is a fatal liability, and its TV-MA rating reflects this bleak, adult tone. The rating is primarily earned through intense mature themes, startling violence, and frequent strong language… Read more — free account

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Substances Intense 8/10
Language Intense 10/10
Sex/Nudity Mild 2/10
Violence/Gore Intense 10/10
Mature Themes Intense 10/10

Sex and nudity in Silo

Sexual content is minimal, limited to implied intimacy and suggestive dialogue. While romantic tension exists between characters, there are no explicit sexual scenes or nudity. A brief, clothed kiss may occur, but it is not a focal point.

Violence and gore in Silo

Violence in this season is moderate but impactful, largely revolving around the consequences of breaking the Silo's rules. This includes multiple on-screen depictions of individuals being sent "outside," which involves collapsing fatally after exposure to the environment. There is also a scene of a character surgically removing a foreign object from their stomach (mostly off-screen), with some blood shown afterwards. Other instances include intense struggles and self-inflicted harm.

Language in Silo

Strong language is consistently present throughout the season, used to express anger, frustration, and desperation. Words like 'f**k' and its derivatives are heard frequently, alongside other expletives such as 'sh*t,' 'bitch,' and 'a**hole.' This reflects the high-stakes and stressful environments characters find themselves in.

Mature themes in Silo

Key themes include the pervasive sense of confinement and loss of freedom, the dangers of authoritarian control, and the human desire for truth. Suicide and death are recurring elements, with characters choosing (or being forced) to go outside. The psychological toll of living under strict societal rules, grief, and the search for identity beyond a controlled narrative are central to the storyline.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Silo appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Silo is best for ages 17+. It's rated TV-MA. This dystopian sci-fi mystery is set in a claustrophobic underground society where trust is a fatal liability, and its TV-MA rating reflects this bleak, adult tone. The rating is primarily earned through intense mature…

What age rating does Silo have?

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

What is Silo about?

This dystopian sci-fi mystery is set in a claustrophobic underground society where trust is a fatal liability, and its TV-MA rating reflects this bleak, adult tone. The rating is primarily earned through intense mature themes, startling violence, and frequent strong language. Violence, while not constant, is often…

How many seasons does Silo have?

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

Is there sex or nudity in Silo?

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

How violent is Silo?

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

Is the language in Silo appropriate for kids?

Strong language isn't flagged across Silo.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Silo?

Drug, alcohol, and smoking depictions are minimal across Silo.

What mature themes appear in Silo?

Heavy thematic material isn't a defining feature of Silo.

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