What on Earth? (2015) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Satellites orbit Earth at 17,000 miles an hour, capturing images of our world that are breathtaking, but some are bizarre. This unique perspective reveals objects that seem to make no sense & phenomena that defy explanation. Such images force the question, what on Earth is that?
TV-PG • 2015 • 12 seasons
What on Earth? is a documentary series that utilizes satellite imagery to investigate mysterious structures, geographic anomalies, and unusual patterns found across the globe. The series maintains a scientific and investigative tone, focusing on historical, geological, and architectural explanations for these strange phenomena. Because the content involves speculative discussions about ancient ruins, natural disasters, and mysterious… Sign up for the full guide
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Is What on Earth? appropriate for kids?
What on Earth? is a documentary series that utilizes satellite imagery to investigate mysterious structures, geographic anomalies, and unusual patterns found across the globe. The series maintains a scientific and investigative tone, focusing on historical, geological, and… Read more — free account
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Sex and nudity in What on Earth?
Sexual content is absent from this season. The program focuses entirely on geological, historical, and architectural investigative analysis.
Violence and gore in What on Earth?
The series features reenactments of historical conflicts, archaeological investigations of battle sites, and discussions regarding human sacrifice and massacres. These segments are illustrative rather than graphic but contain imagery of weapons, skulls, and war-torn landscapes.
Language in What on Earth?
Language is limited to standard, polite documentary narration. There is no profanity or offensive speech used throughout the season.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in What on Earth?
Substance use is entirely absent from this season. The program focuses exclusively on scientific and historical investigation without depictions of drugs, alcohol, or tobacco.
Mature themes in What on Earth?
Episodes frequently touch on sensitive historical topics including the Nazi regime, Cold War nuclear testing, ritualistic violence, and mass casualty events. These themes are discussed in an investigative, documentary format intended for a general audience.
Scary moments in What on Earth?
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for What on Earth? 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is What on Earth? appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests What on Earth? is best for ages 8+. It's rated TV-PG. What on Earth? is a documentary series that utilizes satellite imagery to investigate mysterious structures, geographic anomalies, and unusual patterns found across the globe. The series maintains a scientific and…
What age rating does What on Earth? have?
What on Earth? is rated TV-PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 8+.
What is What on Earth? about?
What on Earth? is a documentary series that utilizes satellite imagery to investigate mysterious structures, geographic anomalies, and unusual patterns found across the globe. The series maintains a scientific and investigative tone, focusing on historical, geological, and architectural explanations for these strange…
How many seasons does What on Earth? have?
What on Earth? has 12 seasons covered in this parent guide. Sign up to see a season-by-season breakdown.
Is there sex or nudity in What on Earth??
Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across What on Earth?.
How violent is What on Earth??
Violence isn't a standout concern across What on Earth? per our reviewers.
Is the language in What on Earth? appropriate for kids?
Strong language isn't flagged across What on Earth?.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in What on Earth??
Drug, alcohol, and smoking depictions are minimal across What on Earth?.
What mature themes appear in What on Earth??
Heavy thematic material isn't a defining feature of What on Earth?.
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