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Tin Man (2007) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Small-town waitress DG is pulled into a magical realm called the Outer Zone, ruled by the tyrannical Azkadellia. Together with her companions Glitch, Raw and Cain, DG journeys to uncover her lost memories, find her true parents, and foil Azkadellia’s plot to trap the O.Z. in eternal darkness.

TV-PG • 2007 • 1 season

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This dark, steampunk re-imagining of *The Wizard of Oz* earns its TV-PG rating for moderate fantasy violence and a consistently perilous tone. While not graphically bloody, the series contains frequent action sequences involving fistfights, shootings with ray guns, menacing creatures, and scenes of interrogation and mind-control. Thematically, it deals with demonic possession, tyranny, and loss, which creates an emotional intensity… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Raoul Max Trujillo
Raoul Max Trujillo
Neal McDonough
Neal McDonough
Richard Dreyfuss
Richard Dreyfuss
Zooey Deschanel
Zooey Deschanel
Alan Cumming
Alan Cumming
Kathleen Robertson
Kathleen Robertson
Blu Mankuma
Blu Mankuma
Callum Keith Rennie
Callum Keith Rennie
Alexia Fast
Alexia Fast
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Is Tin Man appropriate for kids?

This dark, steampunk re-imagining of *The Wizard of Oz* earns its TV-PG rating for moderate fantasy violence and a consistently perilous tone. While not graphically bloody, the series contains frequent action sequences involving fistfights, shootings with ray guns, menacing… Read more — free account

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

Sex and nudity in Tin Man

Sexual content is mild. There is a brief mention of a character playing 'bedsheet bingo' with a spouse. Some implied prostitution is shown visually, with women in revealing attire seen outside a building where a mystic man appears, though no nudity or explicit sexual acts are depicted. Cleavage is visible on some female characters.

Violence and gore in Tin Man

The series features moderate fantasy violence. This includes gunfights with futuristic weapons, fistfights, and encounters with monstrous creatures. Characters are subjected to interrogation, beatings (implied or non-graphic), and kidnappings. While often presented without graphic bloody detail, the emotional impact and peril can be significant, particularly with themes of mind-control and psychological terror.

Language in Tin Man

Mild profanity is present, including a character using the term 'b-h' to refer to another character. Other mild obscenities are used infrequently throughout the episodes.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Tin Man

Mild substance use occurs through a mystical 'magic mist' that is sprayed onto a crowd, inducing a state of bliss and disorientation. Characters are encouraged to breathe it in, suggesting a drug-like effect.

Mature themes in Tin Man

Strong themes of tyranny, oppression, and separation are central to the narrative. Characters experience fear, loss, and the emotional impact of betrayal and mind-control. The show delves into the trauma of being held captive, forced separation from family, and the struggle against a powerful, manipulative regime. A character is interrogated and nearly tortured, and there are underlying tones of psychological distress and memory loss.

Scary moments in Tin Man

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Tin Man 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 Tin Man appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Tin Man is best for ages 10+. It's rated TV-PG. This dark, steampunk re-imagining of *The Wizard of Oz* earns its TV-PG rating for moderate fantasy violence and a consistently perilous tone. While not graphically bloody, the series contains frequent action sequences…

What age rating does Tin Man have?

Tin Man is rated TV-PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.

What is Tin Man about?

This dark, steampunk re-imagining of *The Wizard of Oz* earns its TV-PG rating for moderate fantasy violence and a consistently perilous tone. While not graphically bloody, the series contains frequent action sequences involving fistfights, shootings with ray guns, menacing creatures, and scenes of interrogation and…

How many seasons does Tin Man have?

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

Is there sex or nudity in Tin Man?

Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across Tin Man.

How violent is Tin Man?

Violence isn't a standout concern across Tin Man per our reviewers.

Is the language in Tin Man appropriate for kids?

Strong language isn't flagged across Tin Man.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Tin Man?

Drug, alcohol, and smoking depictions are minimal across Tin Man.

What mature themes appear in Tin Man?

Heavy thematic material isn't a defining feature of Tin Man.

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