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Whites (2010) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Comedy series set in the kitchen of a country house hotel, following the trials and tribulations of head chef Roland White and his long suffering sous chef Bib.

TV-14 • 2010 • 1 season

7.0
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Age
13+

Set in the high-stress kitchen of a country hotel, Whites is an adult workplace comedy whose mature ratings are driven by its content. Parents should be aware of a constant stream of strong language, with multiple uses of 'f--k' in nearly every episode. The humor is consistently cynical and adult, revolving around sexual innuendo, discussions of infidelity, and professional rivalry. Characters frequently drink alcohol, sometimes to the… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Alan Davies
Alan Davies
Darren Boyd
Darren Boyd
Katherine Parkinson
Katherine Parkinson
Stephen Wight
Stephen Wight
Isy Suttie
Isy Suttie
Amit Shah
Amit Shah
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Is Whites appropriate for kids?

Set in the high-stress kitchen of a country hotel, Whites is an adult workplace comedy whose mature ratings are driven by its content. Parents should be aware of a constant stream of strong language, with multiple uses of 'f--k' in nearly every episode. The humor is consistently… Read more — free account

Content severity in Whites Sign up for season-by-season breakdown

Substances Intense 8/10
Language Intense 8/10
Sex/Nudity Intense 8/10
Violence/Gore None 0/10
Mature Themes Intense 8/10

Sex and nudity in Whites

Mild sexual innuendo and suggestive dialogue are present. Roland flirts with female characters, and there's a storyline involving a character trying to conceive, with discussions about fertility treatments. No explicit content or nudity is shown.

Violence and gore in Whites

Violence is absent from the series. Any conflicts are verbal and comedic, with no physical altercations or graphic depictions of harm.

Language in Whites

Moderate adult language is used, including words like "bloody," "damn," "hell," and occasional uses of stronger profanity such as "b*stard" and "sh*t." The language is usually in frustration or exasperation rather than as aggressive outbursts.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Whites

Alcohol consumption is a recurring element, with characters frequently drinking socially, particularly Roland, who often drinks wine and whiskey, sometimes to excess but rarely to extreme intoxication. There are no depictions of illegal drug use or tobacco.

Mature themes in Whites

Themes include workplace stress, personal ambition versus reality, and professional burnout. Roland struggles with creative stagnation and maintaining his reputation, leading to moments of self-doubt and melancholy. There are also themes of friendship and loyalty among the kitchen staff.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Whites appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Whites is best for ages 13+. It's rated TV-14. Set in the high-stress kitchen of a country hotel, Whites is an adult workplace comedy whose mature ratings are driven by its content. Parents should be aware of a constant stream of strong language, with multiple uses…

What age rating does Whites have?

Whites is rated TV-14. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.

What is Whites about?

Set in the high-stress kitchen of a country hotel, Whites is an adult workplace comedy whose mature ratings are driven by its content. Parents should be aware of a constant stream of strong language, with multiple uses of 'f--k' in nearly every episode. The humor is consistently cynical and adult, revolving around…

How many seasons does Whites have?

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

Is there sex or nudity in Whites?

Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across Whites.

How violent is Whites?

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

Is the language in Whites appropriate for kids?

Strong language isn't flagged across Whites.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Whites?

Drug, alcohol, and smoking depictions are minimal across Whites.

What mature themes appear in Whites?

Heavy thematic material isn't a defining feature of Whites.

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