Raising Invincible age rating: what parents of kids 4–7 should know
Invincible age rating: the UK's BBFC rates the series 18 (adults only), and it's TV-MA in the US per Common Sense Media's listing. The BBFC lists strong bloody violence, gore, and language. Common Sense Media, an independent nonprofit, lists it for 16+ and describes gruesome, very bloody violence, including decapitation and dismemberment, plus frequent f-words. We couldn't find a German FSK rating for the series.
Invincible at a glance
- ✓Official rating above age 7
BBFC: 18; TV-MA per Common Sense Media - ✓Violence in rating descriptors
BBFC: strong bloody violence, gore - –Scary content in rating descriptors
Not in descriptors found - ✓Bad language in rating descriptors
BBFC: language - ✓Sexual content, drugs, or alcohol in rating descriptors
BBFC: sex references (season 4 episode) - ✓Rated 12 or higher in the UK or Germany
UK BBFC: 18
Each flag is a yes-or-no fact from the sources on this page. The number is a count of flags, not a safety score. How we count. Rating reasons marked mild, very mild, or brief don't count.
| Type | Adult animated superhero series based on Robert Kirkman's comic, on Prime Video |
|---|---|
| UK (BBFC) | 18 (adults only) for the series; episodes rated 15 or 18 — strong bloody violence, gore, language source |
| US (TV rating) | TV-MA (mature audience only; may be unsuitable under 17), per Common Sense Media's listing |
| Germany (FSK) | We couldn't find an FSK rating for the series |
| Common Sense Media | 16+ — gruesome, very bloody violence; strong language |
| Seasons | Season 1 (2021) to season 4 (2026); seasons 5 and 6 renewed, no dates as of October 2026 |
Checked October 2026. Ratings and settings change; check the official source before you decide. What do these ratings mean?
Facts for parents, not medical or legal advice. If you're worried about your child, talk to your pediatrician.
What Invincible is about
Invincible is an animated superhero series for adults, based on the comic by Robert Kirkman, Cory Walker, and Ryan Ottley. Common Sense Media describes it as a coming-of-age superhero story. It streams on Prime Video: season 1 premiered in March 2021, and season 4 ran from March to April 2026.
Invincible age rating: what's in it
Short answer: It's rated for adults in the UK and for mature audiences in the US.
- UK (BBFC): 18 for the series; episodes are 15 or 18.
- US: TV-MA per Common Sense Media's listing.
- Germany (FSK): we couldn't find a rating.
The BBFC describes people being shot and decapitated, strong language including the f-word, and occasional moderate sex references. Common Sense Media lists "a lot" of violence: civilians slaughtered, decapitation, dismemberment, and a head crushed. It also lists implied sex between adult characters, cocaine references, and an adult with alcohol dependency.
Is there an Invincible season 5?
Short answer: Yes, season 5 has been renewed, and so has season 6, but as of October 2026 neither has a release date.
Amazon renewed the show for season 5 in July 2025, before season 4 came out, and for season 6 in June 2026, according to UPI and TVLine.
The habit kids may copy: the super punch
In Invincible, superhero strength is used in fights that Common Sense Media calls gruesome and very bloody. The superhero look can make a clip feel like any other cartoon.
Try tonight: find the dragon
Real strength is noticing anger before it hits. Ask: "Where do you feel the dragon first: hands, tummy, or face?" Let your child show you. In our program, this is the lesson "The Dragon Inside": noticing anger before it takes over.
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FAQ
What is the Invincible age rating?
It's TV-MA in the US per Common Sense Media's listing, and 18 in the UK per the BBFC.
Is Invincible for kids?
It's an animated series made for adults. The BBFC rates it 18 for strong bloody violence, gore, and language, and Common Sense Media lists it for 16+.
What age is Invincible for?
The BBFC rates it 18, the US rating is TV-MA per Common Sense Media's listing, and Common Sense Media lists it for 16+.
Is there an Invincible season 5?
Yes. It was renewed in July 2025, and season 6 was renewed in June 2026, but as of October 2026 neither has a release date.
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