Unbelievable (2019) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
After a young woman is accused of lying about a rape, two female detectives investigate a spate of eerily similar attacks.
TV-MA • 2019 • 1 season
Unbelievable is Netflix's eight-episode limited series (2019) dramatizing the true investigation of a serial rapist by two female detectives (Toni Collette and Merritt Wever) — and the young woman (Kaitlyn Dever) initially prosecuted for false reporting. Content is unflinching but responsibly handled: depicted sexual assault (including of the lead character), graphic case descriptions, language, and trauma throughout. Sexual content… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Unbelievable appropriate for kids?
Unbelievable is Netflix's eight-episode limited series (2019) dramatizing the true investigation of a serial rapist by two female detectives (Toni Collette and Merritt Wever) — and the young woman (Kaitlyn Dever) initially prosecuted for false reporting. Content is unflinching… Read more — free account
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Sex and nudity in Unbelievable
Sexual content is rated episode by episode, including romance, innuendo, sexual situations, nudity, or assault-related material when relevant.
Violence and gore in Unbelievable
Violence severity is rated by episode, including fights, weapons, gore, death, injuries, monsters, or frightening imagery.
Language in Unbelievable
Language severity follows the series usual rating level and rises for profanity, threats, insults, or explicit comedy.
Mature themes in Unbelievable
Tone reflects emotional weight parents may want to know about: trauma, grief, fear, addiction, social pressure, moral conflict, or family distress.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Unbelievable appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Unbelievable is best for ages 17+. It's rated TV-MA. Unbelievable is Netflix's eight-episode limited series (2019) dramatizing the true investigation of a serial rapist by two female detectives (Toni Collette and Merritt Wever) — and the young woman (Kaitlyn Dever)…
What age rating does Unbelievable have?
Unbelievable is rated TV-MA. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 17+.
What is Unbelievable about?
Unbelievable is Netflix's eight-episode limited series (2019) dramatizing the true investigation of a serial rapist by two female detectives (Toni Collette and Merritt Wever) — and the young woman (Kaitlyn Dever) initially prosecuted for false reporting. Content is unflinching but responsibly handled: depicted sexual…
How many seasons does Unbelievable have?
Unbelievable has 1 season covered in this parent guide. Sign up to see a season-by-season breakdown.
Is there sex or nudity in Unbelievable?
Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across Unbelievable.
How violent is Unbelievable?
Violence isn't a standout concern across Unbelievable per our reviewers.
Is the language in Unbelievable appropriate for kids?
Strong language isn't flagged across Unbelievable.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Unbelievable?
Drug, alcohol, and smoking depictions are minimal across Unbelievable.
What mature themes appear in Unbelievable?
Heavy thematic material isn't a defining feature of Unbelievable.
Where can I read the full Unbelievable parent guide?
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