Six Feet Under (2001) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?

Sexual content is strong and often explicit, though graphic nudity is infrequent. There are several scenes featuring non-graphic consensual sexual activity between heterosexual and homosexual couples, both clothed and partially clothed. Brenda in particular explores her sexuality outside her relationship, including voyeurism and multiple partners, implying more than showing. Dead bodies in the embalming room are occasionally shown with brief, non-erotic graphic male frontal nudity. Sexual dialogue and innuendo are…

Mild to moderate violence related to the circumstances of death is present. The opening scene of each episode depicts a new death, sometimes with brief, non-graphic depictions of the accident or aftermath. These can include a car crash, a drowning, or a heart attack. The embalming process occasionally shows partially obscured or implied graphic injuries, such as a cracked skull being repaired or internal organs. One episode features a flashback to the immediate aftermath of a violent shooting with some blood…

Frequent strong language is present throughout the season, including numerous uses of 'f***,' 'sh**,' and 'a**hole.' Other expletives like 'c***' and 'motherf***er' are used occasionally, often during moments of high emotional intensity or frustration between characters. Profanity is common in everyday conversations and outbursts.

The series deals heavily with themes of death, grief, and mortality, exploring how individuals and families cope with loss. Other strong themes include dysfunctional family dynamics, mental health struggles (such as bipolar disorder), self-discovery, identity (including sexual identity), infidelity, and the search for meaning in life. The characters grapple with existential questions and personal crises, lending an intense and introspective tone to the show.