The Legend of the Blue Sea (2016) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
A mermaid from the Joseon period ends up in present-day Seoul, where she crosses paths with a swindler who may have ties to someone from her past.
TV-14 • 2016 • 1 season
A mix of fantasy romance, comedy, and crime thriller, _The Legend of the Blue Sea_ is best for teens and up due to moderate violence and mature themes. Rated 15 in its home country of South Korea (similar to a US TV-14), the show's two timelines feature fistfights, car chases, and stabbings, with some scenes showing blood and characters in peril. The central plot involves con artists and a murder scheme driven by a stepmother's greed… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Legend of the Blue Sea appropriate for kids?
A mix of fantasy romance, comedy, and crime thriller, _The Legend of the Blue Sea_ is best for teens and up due to moderate violence and mature themes. Rated 15 in its home country of South Korea (similar to a US TV-14), the show's two timelines feature fistfights, car chases… Read more — free account
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Sex and nudity in The Legend of the Blue Sea
Romantic tension, kissing, and embracing are common between the main characters and secondary couples. There is no nudity or explicit sexual content. Some mild innuendo or flirtation is present.
Violence and gore in The Legend of the Blue Sea
Contains mild to moderate violence, mostly involving fistfights, chases, and some characters being knocked unconscious. There are instances of characters being shot or stabbed, with some blood shown, but not graphically. A recurring killer, Ma Dae-Young, implies further violence through his actions and threats.
Language in The Legend of the Blue Sea
Mild infrequent language is present throughout the season, including words like "damn" or "hell" in moments of stress or frustration. There are no strong expletives or highly offensive terms used by characters.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Legend of the Blue Sea
Occasional social drinking of alcohol by adult characters is shown, generally in celebratory or casual settings. There is no depiction of drug use or smoking, nor is alcohol abuse a central theme.
Mature themes in The Legend of the Blue Sea
Central themes include identity, lost memories, fate versus free will, family betrayal, and the struggle of adapting to a new world. The threat of a character's death due to a magical condition (Sim Chung's heart stopping without love) and the historical tragedy of past lives add significant dramatic weight. Parental abandonment and complex family dynamics are also explored.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Legend of the Blue Sea appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Legend of the Blue Sea is best for ages 13+. It's rated TV-14. A mix of fantasy romance, comedy, and crime thriller, _The Legend of the Blue Sea_ is best for teens and up due to moderate violence and mature themes. Rated 15 in its home country of South Korea (similar to a US…
What age rating does The Legend of the Blue Sea have?
The Legend of the Blue Sea is rated TV-14. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is The Legend of the Blue Sea about?
A mix of fantasy romance, comedy, and crime thriller, _The Legend of the Blue Sea_ is best for teens and up due to moderate violence and mature themes. Rated 15 in its home country of South Korea (similar to a US TV-14), the show's two timelines feature fistfights, car chases, and stabbings, with some scenes showing…
How many seasons does The Legend of the Blue Sea have?
The Legend of the Blue Sea has 1 season covered in this parent guide. Sign up to see a season-by-season breakdown.
Is there sex or nudity in The Legend of the Blue Sea?
Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across The Legend of the Blue Sea.
How violent is The Legend of the Blue Sea?
Violence isn't a standout concern across The Legend of the Blue Sea per our reviewers.
Is the language in The Legend of the Blue Sea appropriate for kids?
Strong language isn't flagged across The Legend of the Blue Sea.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Legend of the Blue Sea?
Drug, alcohol, and smoking depictions are minimal across The Legend of the Blue Sea.
What mature themes appear in The Legend of the Blue Sea?
Heavy thematic material isn't a defining feature of The Legend of the Blue Sea.
Where can I read the full The Legend of the Blue Sea parent guide?
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