The Mist (2017) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?

Name: The Mist
Rating: 6.2

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

A small town family is torn apart by a brutal crime. As they deal with the fallout an eerie mist rolls in, suddenly cutting them off from the rest of the world, and in some cases, each other.

TV-MA • 2017 • 1 season

6.2

800+

Average rating by Bontent members

Age

17+

The Mist is a supernatural horror series rated TV-MA due to its pervasive graphic violence, disturbing imagery, and mature themes. The show depicts a town besieged by a lethal, mysterious fog that manifests physical manifestations of the residents' deepest fears and past traumas, leading to gruesome deaths and psychological collapse. It features strong depictions of mutilation, suicide, and intense interpersonal conflict. Due to its… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Morgan Spector

Alyssa Sutherland

Gus Birney

Danica Ćurčić

Okezie Morro

Luke Cosgrove

Darren Pettie

Russell Posner

Frances Conroy

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Is The Mist appropriate for kids?

Content severity in The Mist Sign up for season-by-season breakdown

Substances Intense 8/10

Language Intense 10/10

Sex/Nudity Intense 10/10

Violence/Gore Intense 10/10

Mature Themes Intense 10/10

Sex and nudity in The Mist

Sexual content is moderate. There are depictions of a couple having sex, two strangers engaging in an encounter in a vehicle, and references to sexual assault, including discussions of rape. Occasional nudity occurs, such as a shot of an elderly woman's buttocks.

Violence and gore in The Mist

Violence is severe and graphic throughout the series. Characters are frequently killed by creatures, often resulting in dismemberment, missing body parts, and significant blood and tissue spray. The show also features human-inflicted violence, including suicides and shootings.

Language in The Mist

Language is pervasive and includes frequent use of 'f***', 's***', and 'bitch'. The script also features derogatory slurs and aggressive verbal confrontations.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Mist

Substance use is frequent. Characters are seen using alcohol to cope with trauma, and there are plot-relevant depictions of individuals being drugged and the administration of medical substances for injury.

Mature themes in The Mist

The series explores dark, mature themes including the psychological breakdown of survivors, sexual assault, religious extremism, suicide, and deep personal loss.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is The Mist appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests The Mist is best for ages 17+. It's rated TV-MA. The Mist is a supernatural horror series rated TV-MA due to its pervasive graphic violence, disturbing imagery, and mature themes. The show depicts a town besieged by a lethal, mysterious fog that manifests physical…

What age rating does The Mist have?

The Mist is rated TV-MA. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 17+.

What is The Mist about?

How many seasons does The Mist have?

The Mist has 1 season covered in this parent guide. Sign up to see a season-by-season breakdown.

Is there sex or nudity in The Mist?

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

How violent is The Mist?

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

Is the language in The Mist appropriate for kids?

Strong language isn't flagged across The Mist.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Mist?