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The Stories of Lion Rock Spirit (2022) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Mainland-born Liang Huan came to Hong Kong with her daughter Li You Hao in the 1980s to be reunited with her husband, Li Gao Shan. However, he dies unexpectedly, leaving Liang Huan to fend for her late husband's teahouse.

TV-14 • 2022 • 1 season

Age
13+

This historical family drama chronicles the lives of a family running a teahouse in Hong Kong from the 1980s onward. Though not rated in the US, its content is driven by mature thematic material, making it comparable to a TV-PG or TV-14 program. The series begins with the sudden death of a husband and father, and subsequent episodes explore the family's journey through grief, financial hardship, and the challenges of adapting to a new… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Huang Jue
Huang Jue
Myolie Wu Hang-Yee
Myolie Wu Hang-Yee
Aarif Rahman
Aarif Rahman
Gardner Tse Kwan-Ho
Gardner Tse Kwan-Ho
Karena Ng Chin-Yu
Karena Ng Chin-Yu
Amy Fan
Amy Fan
Pakho Chau
Pakho Chau
Kabby Hui Nga-Ting
Kabby Hui Nga-Ting
Liang Jingkang
Liang Jingkang
Carlos Chan Ka-Lok
Carlos Chan Ka-Lok
Yang Minna
Yang Minna
Lynn Hung Doi-Lam
Lynn Hung Doi-Lam
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Is The Stories of Lion Rock Spirit appropriate for kids?

This historical family drama chronicles the lives of a family running a teahouse in Hong Kong from the 1980s onward. Though not rated in the US, its content is driven by mature thematic material, making it comparable to a TV-PG or TV-14 program. The series begins with the sudden… Read more — free account

Content severity in The Stories of Lion Rock Spirit Sign up for season-by-season breakdown

Substances Strong 6/10
Language Mild 2/10
Sex/Nudity Moderate 4/10
Violence/Gore Intense 10/10
Mature Themes Intense 10/10

Sex and nudity in The Stories of Lion Rock Spirit

Sexual content is mild and limited to romantic subplots. Characters kiss and embrace, and storylines involve dating, marriage, and family life. There is no nudity or explicit sexual content.

Violence and gore in The Stories of Lion Rock Spirit

Violence is infrequent and not graphic. It mainly consists of heated arguments and occasional pushing or shoving. The SARS outbreak storyline includes scenes of medical distress, with characters shown ill in hospitals, which may be upsetting for some viewers. Some archival news footage may show brief images of civic unrest.

Language in The Stories of Lion Rock Spirit

Language is very mild throughout the series. There is no use of strong profanity.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Stories of Lion Rock Spirit

Social drinking is frequent, with characters having beer or wine at meals and gatherings. Smoking is occasionally depicted, reflecting the time period. The use is moderate and contextual, with some instances of characters drinking more heavily due to stress from financial or personal hardship.

Mature themes in The Stories of Lion Rock Spirit

The series deals with strong and mature themes. These include significant financial hardship, business failure, and the stress of economic crises. The multi-episode arc on the SARS epidemic deals directly with serious illness, quarantine, fear of contagion, and the death of characters. Grief and loss are recurring themes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is The Stories of Lion Rock Spirit appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests The Stories of Lion Rock Spirit is best for ages 13+. It's rated TV-14. This historical family drama chronicles the lives of a family running a teahouse in Hong Kong from the 1980s onward. Though not rated in the US, its content is driven by mature thematic material, making it comparable to…

What age rating does The Stories of Lion Rock Spirit have?

The Stories of Lion Rock Spirit is rated TV-14. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.

What is The Stories of Lion Rock Spirit about?

This historical family drama chronicles the lives of a family running a teahouse in Hong Kong from the 1980s onward. Though not rated in the US, its content is driven by mature thematic material, making it comparable to a TV-PG or TV-14 program. The series begins with the sudden death of a husband and father, and…

How many seasons does The Stories of Lion Rock Spirit have?

The Stories of Lion Rock Spirit has 1 season covered in this parent guide. Sign up to see a season-by-season breakdown.

Is there sex or nudity in The Stories of Lion Rock Spirit?

Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across The Stories of Lion Rock Spirit.

How violent is The Stories of Lion Rock Spirit?

Violence isn't a standout concern across The Stories of Lion Rock Spirit per our reviewers.

Is the language in The Stories of Lion Rock Spirit appropriate for kids?

Strong language isn't flagged across The Stories of Lion Rock Spirit.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Stories of Lion Rock Spirit?

Drug, alcohol, and smoking depictions are minimal across The Stories of Lion Rock Spirit.

What mature themes appear in The Stories of Lion Rock Spirit?

Heavy thematic material isn't a defining feature of The Stories of Lion Rock Spirit.

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