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Troy: Fall of a City (2018) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Told from the perspective of the Trojan Family, the rich history of the Trojan War is explored, as well as the love, intrigue and betrayal of those who lived through it. On a trip to Sparta as a guest of Menelaus, Paris, son of Troy, falls in love with Menelaus' wife, Helen. After they depart Sparta together for Troy, Helen and Paris risk not only their lives, but those of their families and people as they trigger a chain of events that ultimately lead them all into an unending war.

TV-MA • 2018 • 1 season

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This historical drama retells the epic story of the Trojan War, sparked by the love affair between Paris of Troy and Helen of Sparta. The series earns its TV-MA rating for frequent, graphic violence and strong sexual content. Battle scenes are bloody and brutal, featuring sword fighting, stabbings, and mutilation, as well as disturbing acts like torture and the killing of a baby. There are also several sexual scenes that include male… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Louis Hunter
Louis Hunter
Bella Dayne
Bella Dayne
David Threlfall
David Threlfall
Frances O'Connor
Frances O'Connor
Tom Weston-Jones
Tom Weston-Jones
Joseph Mawle
Joseph Mawle
Chloe Pirrie
Chloe Pirrie
Johnny Harris
Johnny Harris
David Gyasi
David Gyasi
Jonas Armstrong
Jonas Armstrong
Alfred Enoch
Alfred Enoch
Aimee-Ffion Edwards
Aimee-Ffion Edwards
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Is Troy: Fall of a City appropriate for kids?

This historical drama retells the epic story of the Trojan War, sparked by the love affair between Paris of Troy and Helen of Sparta. The series earns its TV-MA rating for frequent, graphic violence and strong sexual content. Battle scenes are bloody and brutal, featuring sword… Read more — free account

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Substances Intense 8/10
Language Intense 8/10
Sex/Nudity Intense 10/10
Violence/Gore Intense 10/10
Mature Themes Intense 10/10

Sex and nudity in Troy: Fall of a City

The series includes graphic sexual content with nudity, particularly in key romantic and power-dynamic scenes. There are multiple instances of full male and female rear nudity, as well as female breast nudity. Sex scenes are explicit, depicting thrusting and implied intercourse, including a threesome scene without full genital exposure. A character is implied to have been raped off-screen, adding to the severe sexual themes.

Violence and gore in Troy: Fall of a City

Violence is strong and pervasive, featuring frequent, intense battle scenes with swords, spears, and arrows. Graphic depictions of combat include hacking, stabbing, and dismemberment, with visible blood and gore. A memorable scene involves a baby being thrown off a building, and there are explicit torture scenes, including a man being whipped, showing severe injuries and hearing screams of agony. These are not for the faint of heart.

Language in Troy: Fall of a City

Profanity is moderate, with occasional uses of strong words such as 'f**k' and 'sh*t,' often in moments of anger, despair, or battle. Infrequent uses of 'bastard' also occur. The language is generally in keeping with the historical drama genre, used to convey heightened emotion rather than gratuitousness.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Troy: Fall of a City

Alcohol is frequently consumed in social and celebratory settings, often at feasts or in Greek and Trojan camps. Characters are occasionally depicted drinking wine, sometimes to excess at parties, but severe intoxication or abuse is not a central plot point. There is no depiction of illicit drug use or tobacco.

Mature themes in Troy: Fall of a City

Mature themes are constant throughout the series, revolving around war, sacrifice, betrayal, revenge, and the devastating impact of conflict on individuals and families. The consequences of lust and fate are explored. Themes of divine intervention, grief, death, and human suffering are central, with characters experiencing profound loss, trauma, and moral dilemmas, including the implied rape of a character.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Troy: Fall of a City appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Troy: Fall of a City is best for ages 17+. It's rated TV-MA. This historical drama retells the epic story of the Trojan War, sparked by the love affair between Paris of Troy and Helen of Sparta. The series earns its TV-MA rating for frequent, graphic violence and strong sexual…

What age rating does Troy: Fall of a City have?

Troy: Fall of a City is rated TV-MA. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 17+.

What is Troy: Fall of a City about?

This historical drama retells the epic story of the Trojan War, sparked by the love affair between Paris of Troy and Helen of Sparta. The series earns its TV-MA rating for frequent, graphic violence and strong sexual content. Battle scenes are bloody and brutal, featuring sword fighting, stabbings, and mutilation, as…

How many seasons does Troy: Fall of a City have?

Troy: Fall of a City has 1 season covered in this parent guide. Sign up to see a season-by-season breakdown.

Is there sex or nudity in Troy: Fall of a City?

Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across Troy: Fall of a City.

How violent is Troy: Fall of a City?

Violence isn't a standout concern across Troy: Fall of a City per our reviewers.

Is the language in Troy: Fall of a City appropriate for kids?

Strong language isn't flagged across Troy: Fall of a City.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Troy: Fall of a City?

Drug, alcohol, and smoking depictions are minimal across Troy: Fall of a City.

What mature themes appear in Troy: Fall of a City?

Heavy thematic material isn't a defining feature of Troy: Fall of a City.

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