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Skins US (2011) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

A wild ride through the lives of a group of high school friends stumbling through the mine field of adolescence... and stepping on most of the mines as they go.

TV-MA • 2011 • 1 season

4.6
Average rating by Bontent members
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Age
17+

Skins US is an MTV remake of the acclaimed UK teen drama, following American teenagers through parties, relationships, and substance use. 10 episodes, 2011, cancelled after one season. For parents: TV-MA is accurate. High sexual content involving teen characters caused a Department of Justice inquiry, major advertiser withdrawals, and the show's cancellation. Explicit sexual dialogue, strong language, and drug use are features of every… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Rachel Thevenard
Rachel Thevenard
Ron Mustafaa
Ron Mustafaa
Jesse Carere
Jesse Carere
James Newman
James Newman
Danny Flaherty
Danny Flaherty
CC
Camille Cresencia-Mills
Sofia Black-D'Elia
Sofia Black-D'Elia
Britne Oldford
Britne Oldford
EZ
Eleanor Zichy
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Skins US appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Skins US is best for ages 17+. It's rated TV-MA. Skins US is an MTV remake of the acclaimed UK teen drama, following American teenagers through parties, relationships, and substance use. 10 episodes, 2011, cancelled after one season. For parents: TV-MA is accurate…

What age rating does Skins US have?

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

What is Skins US about?

Skins US is an MTV remake of the acclaimed UK teen drama, following American teenagers through parties, relationships, and substance use. 10 episodes, 2011, cancelled after one season. For parents: TV-MA is accurate. High sexual content involving teen characters caused a Department of Justice inquiry, major advertiser…

How many seasons does Skins US have?

Skins US has 1 season covered in this parent guide. Sign up to see a season-by-season breakdown.

Is there sex or nudity in Skins US?

Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across Skins US.

How violent is Skins US?

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

Is the language in Skins US appropriate for kids?

Strong language isn't flagged across Skins US.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Skins US?

Drug, alcohol, and smoking depictions are minimal across Skins US.

What mature themes appear in Skins US?

Heavy thematic material isn't a defining feature of Skins US.

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