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So Awkward (2015) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

A sitcom about three very academically bright, but socially awkward teenage girls, trying to make sense of life, boys and fitting in. While other girls their age are going to parties, netball practice and sleepovers, Lily, Martha and Jas are busy with chess club, homework and Friday nights in watching documentaries.

TV-PG • 2015 • 6 seasons

Age
12+

Lily, Martha and Jas are teens trying to make sense of life, boys and fitting in, while coping with embarrassing parents and incompetent teachers.

Cast

CD
Cleo Demetriou
SD
Sophia Dall'aglio
Ameerah Falzon-Ojo
Ameerah Falzon-Ojo
Jamie Flatters
Jamie Flatters
Archie Lyndhurst
Archie Lyndhurst
Alex Carter
Alex Carter
RC
Raif Clarke
CN
Charlie Nicholson
NT
Nethra Tilakumara
JC
Janice Connolly
Emily Burnett
Emily Burnett
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Is So Awkward appropriate for kids?

Lily, Martha and Jas are teens trying to make sense of life, boys and fitting in, while coping with embarrassing parents and incompetent teachers. Read more — free account

Content severity in So Awkward Sign up for season-by-season breakdown

Substances None 0/10
Language Moderate 4/10
Sex/Nudity Mild 2/10
Violence/Gore Intense 10/10
Mature Themes Intense 10/10

Sex and nudity in So Awkward

No explicit sexual content. Mild flirting, crushes, suggestive jokes, or stylized costumes may appear.

Violence and gore in So Awkward

Moderate fantasy, sci-fi, or martial-arts violence with battles, weapons, explosions, injuries, monsters, and sustained peril. Gore is not expected to be graphic.

Language in So Awkward

Mild-to-moderate insults, threats, arguments, and intense action dialogue may occur. Strong profanity is not expected to be frequent.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in So Awkward

No prominent substance use; occasional background alcohol or older-teen references may appear depending on the episode.

Mature themes in So Awkward

Moderate-to-strong themes of war, sacrifice, grief, identity, revenge, loyalty, justice, fear, and choosing between duty and friendship.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is So Awkward appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests So Awkward is best for ages 12+. It's rated TV-PG. Lily, Martha and Jas are teens trying to make sense of life, boys and fitting in, while coping with embarrassing parents and incompetent teachers.

What age rating does So Awkward have?

So Awkward is rated TV-PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 12+.

What is So Awkward about?

Lily, Martha and Jas are teens trying to make sense of life, boys and fitting in, while coping with embarrassing parents and incompetent teachers.

How many seasons does So Awkward have?

So Awkward has 6 seasons covered in this parent guide. Sign up to see a season-by-season breakdown.

Is there sex or nudity in So Awkward?

Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across So Awkward.

How violent is So Awkward?

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

Is the language in So Awkward appropriate for kids?

Strong language isn't flagged across So Awkward.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in So Awkward?

Drug, alcohol, and smoking depictions are minimal across So Awkward.

What mature themes appear in So Awkward?

Heavy thematic material isn't a defining feature of So Awkward.

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