The Mermaid Prince (2020) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Tells the romance story of a girl named Hye Ri. She goes to Gangwon Province on a graduation trip with her friends. There she meets a mysterious man Woo Hyuk who runs a guest house. She gets attracted and closer to him and decides to name him “the mermaid prince”.
NR • 2020 • 2 seasons
A light and gentle Korean romance drama, "The Mermaid Prince" is suitable for young teens and older viewers. The series' primary focus is on the sweet, developing relationship between a college student on a trip and a mysterious guesthouse owner. Parents should be aware of some romantic kissing scenes and themes of burgeoning love. The story also involves some social drinking among the young adult friends, but language and violence are… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Mermaid Prince appropriate for kids?
A light and gentle Korean romance drama, "The Mermaid Prince" is suitable for young teens and older viewers. The series' primary focus is on the sweet, developing relationship between a college student on a trip and a mysterious guesthouse owner. Parents should be aware of some… Read more — free account
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Sex and nudity in The Mermaid Prince
Sexual content is limited to passionate kissing and some romantic tension. Characters are shown in close embraces, and there's an implied overnight stay, but no nudity or explicit sexual acts are depicted. The focus is on romantic development and infatuation.
Violence and gore in The Mermaid Prince
This season contains no graphic violence. There are very brief moments of pushing or jostling between characters during arguments, but these are minor and non-injurious. One character falls into water but is quickly rescued, presenting no real peril.
Language in The Mermaid Prince
Mild exclamations like "gosh" or "what the heck" are used infrequently. There is no strong profanity. Dialogue is generally clean and appropriate for a high school setting.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Mermaid Prince
Mild alcohol consumption is present. In the first episode, Hye-ri gets drunk with her friends during the daytime, though it's depicted as a way to relax rather than a serious problem. Casual drinking by young adults in social settings is shown in a few scenes.
Mature themes in The Mermaid Prince
Themes include teenage romance, friendship, unrequited love, jealousy, and self-discovery. Characters deal with emotional challenges such as heartbreak and misunderstanding, but these are handled in a mild, dramatic fashion typical of a teen romance series. The concept of a 'mermaid prince' remains a magical realism element.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Mermaid Prince appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Mermaid Prince is best for ages 13+. It's rated NR. A light and gentle Korean romance drama, "The Mermaid Prince" is suitable for young teens and older viewers. The series' primary focus is on the sweet, developing relationship between a college student on a trip and a…
What age rating does The Mermaid Prince have?
The Mermaid Prince is rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is The Mermaid Prince about?
A light and gentle Korean romance drama, "The Mermaid Prince" is suitable for young teens and older viewers. The series' primary focus is on the sweet, developing relationship between a college student on a trip and a mysterious guesthouse owner. Parents should be aware of some romantic kissing scenes and themes of…
How many seasons does The Mermaid Prince have?
The Mermaid Prince has 2 seasons covered in this parent guide. Sign up to see a season-by-season breakdown.
Is there sex or nudity in The Mermaid Prince?
Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across The Mermaid Prince.
How violent is The Mermaid Prince?
Violence isn't a standout concern across The Mermaid Prince per our reviewers.
Is the language in The Mermaid Prince appropriate for kids?
Strong language isn't flagged across The Mermaid Prince.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Mermaid Prince?
Drug, alcohol, and smoking depictions are minimal across The Mermaid Prince.
What mature themes appear in The Mermaid Prince?
Heavy thematic material isn't a defining feature of The Mermaid Prince.
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