The Astronaut Wives Club (2015) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?

Sexual content is primarily implied or discussed rather than explicitly shown. There are scenes of marital infidelity suggested, with characters kissing or embracing others who are not their spouses. Some scenes show couples in bed together, but they are discreetly filmed with no nudity or explicit sexual acts. Sexual tension and flirtation are present in several relationships.

There is no physical violence depicted in this season. The primary source of tension or peril comes from the husbands' dangerous missions. There is emotional distress and arguments between characters, but these do not escalate to physical altercations. The threat of spacecraft failure and astronaut death is a recurring, non-graphic element.

Mild language is used occasionally, primarily consisting of words like "damn," "hell," and "bitch." These instances are infrequent and typically occur during moments of frustration or anger, not in casual conversation. Very little strong profanity is present.

Alcohol consumption is frequently depicted, usually in social settings like parties or dinners. Characters are seen casually drinking cocktails or beer, and sometimes wine with meals. There are occasional scenes of characters drinking to cope with stress or sadness, but outright intoxication is rare and generally mild. One character, Alan Shepard, is known to drink heavily at times, and there is a discussion about heavy drinking affecting his health and career.

Mature themes include marital strain, infidelity, loneliness, public scrutiny, the pressure of fame, and the anxieties associated with dangerous occupations. The series explores how the wives cope with their husbands' frequent absences, the possibility of their deaths, and the compromises made in their personal lives for their husbands' careers. There is also a theme of gender inequality in the workforce, as Trudy Cooper attempts to become an astronaut.