Tiny Pretty Things (2020) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
When an attack brings down the star student at an elite ballet school, her replacement enters a world of lies, betrayal -- and cutthroat competition.
TV-MA • 2020 • 1 season
At the Archer School of Ballet in Chicago, the arrival of a new scholarship student coincides with a fellow student's mysterious fall — triggering an investigation into the school's toxic culture of competition, abuse, and ambition. Netflix. 1 season (cancelled). More interested in the dark underside of elite dance training than in the art itself.
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Is Tiny Pretty Things appropriate for kids?
At the Archer School of Ballet in Chicago, the arrival of a new scholarship student coincides with a fellow student's mysterious fall — triggering an investigation into the school's toxic culture of competition, abuse, and ambition. Netflix. 1 season (cancelled). More interested… Read more — free account
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Sex and nudity in Tiny Pretty Things
Adult sexual content — the show's frank depiction of sexual coercion requires parental awareness. Teen and adult relationships depicted explicitly by TV-MA standards.
Violence and gore in Tiny Pretty Things
Violence is primarily psychological and institutional, though it includes a central mystery involving a deliberate, near-fatal fall from a balcony. There are occasional physical scuffles between dancers and depictions of self-harm related to the physical toll of rigorous training.
Language in Tiny Pretty Things
The dialogue contains frequent use of strong profanity, including the f-word and various vulgar terms related to sexual behavior and body image. Insults are common between students and teachers, often delivered with aggressive, sharp, and demoralizing intent.
Mature themes in Tiny Pretty Things
Eating disorders among elite athletes — the show depicts the culture that produces disordered eating in ballet without glamorizing it. The racial dynamics of a predominantly white institution's treatment of its Black students is the show's sharpest social commentary.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tiny Pretty Things appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Tiny Pretty Things is best for ages 15+. It's rated TV-MA. At the Archer School of Ballet in Chicago, the arrival of a new scholarship student coincides with a fellow student's mysterious fall — triggering an investigation into the school's toxic culture of competition, abuse…
What age rating does Tiny Pretty Things have?
Tiny Pretty Things is rated TV-MA. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 15+.
What is Tiny Pretty Things about?
At the Archer School of Ballet in Chicago, the arrival of a new scholarship student coincides with a fellow student's mysterious fall — triggering an investigation into the school's toxic culture of competition, abuse, and ambition. Netflix. 1 season (cancelled). More interested in the dark underside of elite dance…
How many seasons does Tiny Pretty Things have?
Tiny Pretty Things has 1 season covered in this parent guide. Sign up to see a season-by-season breakdown.
Is there sex or nudity in Tiny Pretty Things?
Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across Tiny Pretty Things.
How violent is Tiny Pretty Things?
Violence isn't a standout concern across Tiny Pretty Things per our reviewers.
Is the language in Tiny Pretty Things appropriate for kids?
Strong language isn't flagged across Tiny Pretty Things.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Tiny Pretty Things?
Drug, alcohol, and smoking depictions are minimal across Tiny Pretty Things.
What mature themes appear in Tiny Pretty Things?
Heavy thematic material isn't a defining feature of Tiny Pretty Things.
Where can I read the full Tiny Pretty Things parent guide?
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