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Taxi Brooklyn (2014) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Caitlin "Cat" Sullivan is an NYPD detective working in Brooklyn. After her driving privileges are suspended, she relies on Leo Romba, a highly skilled Brooklyn cab driver from France. Leo becomes Cat's driver and a consultant on her cases. While solving crimes with Leo, Cat is also running her own unauthorized investigation into the death of her father, an NYPD detective thought to have been executed by the Capella crime family. In doing so, she clashes with her boss, Captain Baker, and her ex-husband Gregg, who has picked up the… Sign up for the full guide

TV-14 • 2014 • 1 season

5.6
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Age
13+

This lighthearted police procedural earns its TV-14 rating primarily for frequent action violence and mature thematic elements related to crime and murder. Viewers can expect regular car chases, gunplay, fistfights, and the depiction of crime scenes with dead bodies, though significant blood and gore are generally avoided. Language is moderate, consisting of some profanity, while sexual content is minimal and limited to some innuendo… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Chyler Leigh
Chyler Leigh
Jacky Ido
Jacky Ido
James Colby
James Colby
José Zúñiga
José Zúñiga
Jennifer Esposito
Jennifer Esposito
Bill Heck
Bill Heck
Ally Walker
Ally Walker
Raul Casso
Raul Casso
CD
Carl Ducena
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Is Taxi Brooklyn appropriate for kids?

This lighthearted police procedural earns its TV-14 rating primarily for frequent action violence and mature thematic elements related to crime and murder. Viewers can expect regular car chases, gunplay, fistfights, and the depiction of crime scenes with dead bodies, though… Read more — free account

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Substances Moderate 4/10
Language Intense 8/10
Sex/Nudity Strong 6/10
Violence/Gore Intense 10/10
Mature Themes Intense 10/10

Sex and nudity in Taxi Brooklyn

Sexual content is mild, consisting mostly of suggestive dialogue, flirting, or romantic tension between characters. There are occasional references to affairs or sexual relationships, but no explicit scenes or nudity is shown. Some characters may wear revealing clothing.

Violence and gore in Taxi Brooklyn

Violence is frequent but typically not graphic. Episodes feature gunfights, hand-to-hand combat, car chases, and explosions. While characters are injured and sometimes killed, blood and gore are generally minimal or implied off-screen. The overarching plot involves murder investigations, which include discovering deceased bodies (sometimes with visible injuries) and discussing violent crimes.

Language in Taxi Brooklyn

Language is moderate, with common expletives such as "damn," "hell," "bitch," and "ass" used periodically. Stronger profanity like the 'f-word' is rare or absent, but characters occasionally use aggressive or frustrated language during investigations or confrontations.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Taxi Brooklyn

Substance use is infrequent and mild. Characters are occasionally seen drinking alcohol socially in bars or at home, but never to the point of intoxication. There is no depiction of drug use or smoking.

Mature themes in Taxi Brooklyn

The primary themes revolve around crime, murder, and justice. Det. Caitlyn Sullivan is deeply affected by her father's unsolved murder, creating an ongoing theme of grief and obsession with the truth. Other episodes deal with themes of betrayal, corruption, family secrets, and personal loss, often tied to the specific crimes being investigated.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Taxi Brooklyn appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Taxi Brooklyn is best for ages 13+. It's rated TV-14. This lighthearted police procedural earns its TV-14 rating primarily for frequent action violence and mature thematic elements related to crime and murder. Viewers can expect regular car chases, gunplay, fistfights, and…

What age rating does Taxi Brooklyn have?

Taxi Brooklyn is rated TV-14. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.

What is Taxi Brooklyn about?

This lighthearted police procedural earns its TV-14 rating primarily for frequent action violence and mature thematic elements related to crime and murder. Viewers can expect regular car chases, gunplay, fistfights, and the depiction of crime scenes with dead bodies, though significant blood and gore are generally…

How many seasons does Taxi Brooklyn have?

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

Is there sex or nudity in Taxi Brooklyn?

Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across Taxi Brooklyn.

How violent is Taxi Brooklyn?

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

Is the language in Taxi Brooklyn appropriate for kids?

Strong language isn't flagged across Taxi Brooklyn.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Taxi Brooklyn?

Drug, alcohol, and smoking depictions are minimal across Taxi Brooklyn.

What mature themes appear in Taxi Brooklyn?

Heavy thematic material isn't a defining feature of Taxi Brooklyn.

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