The Durrells (2016) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
In 1935, financially strapped widow Louisa Durrell, whose life has fallen apart, decides to move from England, with her four children (three sons, one daughter), to the island of Corfu, Greece. Once there, the family moves into a dilapidated old house that has no electricity and that is crumbling apart. But life on Corfu is cheap, it's an earthly paradise, and the Durrells proceed to forge their new existence, with all its challenges, adventures, and forming relationships.
TV-PG • 2016 • 4 seasons
The Durrells is based upon Gerald Durrell's classic trilogy of Corfu memoirs including the much loved ‘My Family and Other Animals'. Set in 1935, this timeless drama is full of warmth, humour and fun.
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Is The Durrells appropriate for kids?
The Durrells is based upon Gerald Durrell's classic trilogy of Corfu memoirs including the much loved ‘My Family and Other Animals'. Set in 1935, this timeless drama is full of warmth, humour and fun. Read more — free account
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Sex and nudity in The Durrells
No explicit sexual content or nudity. Crushes, dating, flirting, jealousy, and romantic embarrassment may recur.
Violence and gore in The Durrells
Minimal-to-mild violence; slapstick, sports mishaps, pranks, or comic accidents may occur.
Language in The Durrells
The program contains no strong language or profanity. Instead, the dialogue is filled with mild British period insults, frequent sarcasm, and playful teasing between the Durrell siblings. Occasional heated arguments occur as the children seek independence, but the vocabulary remains consistent with a family-friendly TV-PG rating.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Durrells
No prominent substance use; occasional party or older-teen settings may be referenced lightly.
Mature themes in The Durrells
Moderate tween/teen themes of friendship, identity, independence, peer pressure, jealousy, popularity, honesty, and responsibility.
Scary moments in The Durrells
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for The Durrells 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Durrells appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Durrells is best for ages 10+. It's rated TV-PG. The Durrells is based upon Gerald Durrell's classic trilogy of Corfu memoirs including the much loved ‘My Family and Other Animals'. Set in 1935, this timeless drama is full of warmth, humour and fun.
What age rating does The Durrells have?
The Durrells is rated TV-PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is The Durrells about?
The Durrells is based upon Gerald Durrell's classic trilogy of Corfu memoirs including the much loved ‘My Family and Other Animals'. Set in 1935, this timeless drama is full of warmth, humour and fun.
How many seasons does The Durrells have?
The Durrells has 4 seasons covered in this parent guide. Sign up to see a season-by-season breakdown.
Is there sex or nudity in The Durrells?
Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across The Durrells.
How violent is The Durrells?
Violence isn't a standout concern across The Durrells per our reviewers.
Is the language in The Durrells appropriate for kids?
Strong language isn't flagged across The Durrells.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Durrells?
Drug, alcohol, and smoking depictions are minimal across The Durrells.
What mature themes appear in The Durrells?
Heavy thematic material isn't a defining feature of The Durrells.
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