Skins (2007) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Irreverent comedy drama which follows the messy lives, loves, delirious highs and inevitable lows of a group of raucous teenage friends in Bristol.
TV-MA • 2007 • 7 seasons
Skins is a British E4 teen drama (2007–2013) following a rotating cast of sixth-form students in Bristol. It is one of the most explicit shows ever made about adolescents: graphic sex (including teen partners), heavy drug use (cocaine, MDMA, ketamine, heroin), constant strong language, eating disorders, suicide, self-harm, and on-screen overdose all appear repeatedly. Each two-season 'generation' centers a new ensemble. The writing is… Sign up for the full guide
Is Skins appropriate for kids?
Skins is a British E4 teen drama (2007–2013) following a rotating cast of sixth-form students in Bristol. It is one of the most explicit shows ever made about adolescents: graphic sex (including teen partners), heavy drug use (cocaine, MDMA, ketamine, heroin), constant strong… Read more — free account
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Sex and nudity in Skins
Sexual content is rated episode by episode, including romance, innuendo, sexual situations, nudity, or assault-related material when relevant.
Violence and gore in Skins
Violence severity is rated by episode, including fights, weapons, gore, death, injuries, monsters, or frightening imagery.
Language in Skins
Language severity follows the series usual rating level and rises for profanity, threats, insults, or explicit comedy.
Mature themes in Skins
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 Skins appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Skins is best for ages 17+. It's rated TV-MA. Skins is a British E4 teen drama (2007–2013) following a rotating cast of sixth-form students in Bristol. It is one of the most explicit shows ever made about adolescents: graphic sex (including teen partners), heavy…
What age rating does Skins have?
Skins is rated TV-MA. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 17+.
What is Skins about?
Skins is a British E4 teen drama (2007–2013) following a rotating cast of sixth-form students in Bristol. It is one of the most explicit shows ever made about adolescents: graphic sex (including teen partners), heavy drug use (cocaine, MDMA, ketamine, heroin), constant strong language, eating disorders, suicide…
How many seasons does Skins have?
Skins has 7 seasons covered in this parent guide. Sign up to see a season-by-season breakdown.
Is there sex or nudity in Skins?
Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across Skins.
How violent is Skins?
Violence isn't a standout concern across Skins per our reviewers.
Is the language in Skins appropriate for kids?
Strong language isn't flagged across Skins.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Skins?
Drug, alcohol, and smoking depictions are minimal across Skins.
What mature themes appear in Skins?
Heavy thematic material isn't a defining feature of Skins.
Where can I read the full Skins parent guide?
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