The Real O'Neals (2016) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?

Name: The Real O'Neals
Rating: 7.2

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

A contemporary take on a seemingly perfect Catholic family, whose lives take an unexpected turn when surprising truths are revealed. Instead of ruining their family, the honesty triggers a new, messier chapter where everyone stops pretending to be perfect and actually starts being real.

TV-PG • 2016 • 2 seasons

7.2

Average rating by Bontent members

Age

10+

The Real O'Neals is a fresh take on a seemingly perfect Catholic family whose lives take an unexpected turn when surprising truths are revealed. Instead of ruining their family, the honesty triggers a new, messier chapter where everyone stops pretending to...

Cast

Martha Plimpton

Jay R. Ferguson

Noah Galvin

Matt Shively

Bebe Wood

Mary Hollis Inboden

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Is The Real O'Neals appropriate for kids?

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Substances None 0/10

Language Mild 2/10

Sex/Nudity Mild 2/10

Violence/Gore Intense 8/10

Mature Themes Intense 10/10

Sex and nudity in The Real O'Neals

No explicit sexual content or nudity. Crushes, dating, flirting, jealousy, and romantic embarrassment may recur.

Violence and gore in The Real O'Neals

Minimal-to-mild violence; slapstick, sports mishaps, pranks, or comic accidents may occur.

Language in The Real O'Neals

The season contains no strong profanity or graphic language. Dialogue primarily consists of mild insults, sarcasm, and typical family teasing used for comedic effect or during various arguments. The characters occasionally use words like 'idiot,' 'crap,' or 'shut up' within the context of their growing independence and school pressures.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Real O'Neals

No prominent substance use; occasional party or older-teen settings may be referenced lightly.

Mature themes in The Real O'Neals

Moderate tween/teen themes of friendship, identity, independence, peer pressure, jealousy, popularity, honesty, and responsibility.

Scary moments in The Real O'Neals

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for The Real O'Neals 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 Real O'Neals appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests The Real O'Neals is best for ages 10+. It's rated TV-PG. The Real O'Neals is a fresh take on a seemingly perfect Catholic family whose lives take an unexpected turn when surprising truths are revealed. Instead of ruining their family, the honesty triggers a new, messier…

What age rating does The Real O'Neals have?

The Real O'Neals is rated TV-PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.

What is The Real O'Neals about?

How many seasons does The Real O'Neals have?

The Real O'Neals has 2 seasons covered in this parent guide. Sign up to see a season-by-season breakdown.

Is there sex or nudity in The Real O'Neals?

Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across The Real O'Neals.

How violent is The Real O'Neals?

Violence isn't a standout concern across The Real O'Neals per our reviewers.

Is the language in The Real O'Neals appropriate for kids?

Strong language isn't flagged across The Real O'Neals.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Real O'Neals?