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The Bionic Woman (1976) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

After fully recovering from her near fatal bout of bionic rejection, Jaime Sommers, the first female cyborg, is assigned to spy missions of her own.

TV-PG • 1976 • 3 seasons

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A spin-off of The Six Million Dollar Man, this classic 1970s action series follows former tennis pro Jaime Sommers, who is rebuilt with bionic parts after a near-fatal accident and becomes a secret agent for a government agency. The show's TV-PG rating reflects its consistent but stylized action-adventure violence. Parents should expect frequent spy-related peril, including fistfights, characters being held at gunpoint, chases, and… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Lindsay Wagner
Lindsay Wagner
Richard Anderson
Richard Anderson
Martin E. Brooks
Martin E. Brooks
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Is The Bionic Woman appropriate for kids?

A spin-off of The Six Million Dollar Man, this classic 1970s action series follows former tennis pro Jaime Sommers, who is rebuilt with bionic parts after a near-fatal accident and becomes a secret agent for a government agency. The show's TV-PG rating reflects its consistent… Read more — free account

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

Sex and nudity in The Bionic Woman

Sexual content is limited to mild romantic undertones and brief, chaste kisses between consenting adults. Jaime occasionally wears form-fitting outfits for undercover assignments, but there is no nudity, explicit innuendo, or suggestive situations. Themes of romance are very light, if present at all.

Violence and gore in The Bionic Woman

Violence is frequent but largely non-graphic, typical of a TV-PG action series from this era. Jaime uses her bionic strength in hand-to-hand combat, often throwing adult men or breaking objects. Fights involve punches, kicks, and falls, with minimal visible injury or blood. Weapons like guns are present, but characters are typically disarmed or shots miss, and direct fatal impacts are avoided. Explosions and car chases occur during action sequences, with most harm being implied rather than explicitly shown. The…

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Language in The Bionic Woman

Language remains mild throughout the season. Common exclamations like "damn" or "hell" are used infrequently, primarily during moments of surprise or frustration. No strong profanity, slurs, or sexually suggestive language is present.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Bionic Woman

Substance use is minimal. Characters are occasionally seen consuming wine or other alcoholic beverages in social settings, but never to the point of intoxication. There are no depictions of illegal drug use or glorification of substances.

Mature themes in The Bionic Woman

This season explores themes of trust, loyalty, and ethical dilemmas in espionage. Jaime sometimes grapples with the morality of her missions or the personal sacrifices required. Episodes like "Doomsday Is Tomorrow" introduce existential threats, dealing with a scientist attempting to force world peace through a doomsday device, which creates moderate tension and raises questions about global responsibility. The 'Fembot' storyline touches on artificial intelligence and control. The episode "Beyond the Call" subtly…

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Scary moments in The Bionic Woman

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for The Bionic Woman yet. Because this title is recommended for younger kids, sign up to get community-flagged jump scares, tense scenes, and startling imagery as parents submit them.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is The Bionic Woman appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests The Bionic Woman is best for ages 10+. It's rated TV-PG. A spin-off of The Six Million Dollar Man, this classic 1970s action series follows former tennis pro Jaime Sommers, who is rebuilt with bionic parts after a near-fatal accident and becomes a secret agent for a…

What age rating does The Bionic Woman have?

The Bionic Woman is rated TV-PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.

What is The Bionic Woman about?

A spin-off of The Six Million Dollar Man, this classic 1970s action series follows former tennis pro Jaime Sommers, who is rebuilt with bionic parts after a near-fatal accident and becomes a secret agent for a government agency. The show's TV-PG rating reflects its consistent but stylized action-adventure violence…

How many seasons does The Bionic Woman have?

The Bionic Woman has 3 seasons covered in this parent guide. Sign up to see a season-by-season breakdown.

Is there sex or nudity in The Bionic Woman?

Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across The Bionic Woman.

How violent is The Bionic Woman?

Violence isn't a standout concern across The Bionic Woman per our reviewers.

Is the language in The Bionic Woman appropriate for kids?

Strong language isn't flagged across The Bionic Woman.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Bionic Woman?

Drug, alcohol, and smoking depictions are minimal across The Bionic Woman.

What mature themes appear in The Bionic Woman?

Heavy thematic material isn't a defining feature of The Bionic Woman.

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