Raising Supernatural parents guide: what parents should know
Supernatural parents guide: the series is rated TV-14 in the US, per the Apple TV store. The UK's BBFC rated it 15 for strong bloody violence, and Germany's FSK rated several seasons 16. Common Sense Media, an independent nonprofit, lists it for ages 16 and up. It ran for 15 seasons, from 2005 to 2020, on The WB and then The CW.
Supernatural at a glance
- ✓Official rating above age 7
Apple TV store: TV-14; BBFC: 15; FSK: 16 - ✓Violence in rating descriptors
BBFC: strong bloody violence - –Scary content in rating descriptors
No horror descriptor in TV-14 or BBFC headline - –Bad language in rating descriptors
No descriptor in the TV-14 listing or BBFC - –Sexual content, drugs, or alcohol in rating descriptors
No descriptor in the TV-14 listing or BBFC - ✓Rated 12 or higher in the UK or Germany
BBFC: 15; FSK: 16 (several seasons)
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 | Dark fantasy series (2005–2020): brothers who hunt demons and monsters source |
|---|---|
| US (TV rating) | TV-14 (parents strongly cautioned; may be unsuitable for children under 14), per the Apple TV store (seasons 3, 7, 9 and 14) source |
| UK (BBFC) | 15 (no one under 15) — strong bloody violence (2006 DVD) source |
| Germany (FSK) | 16 (released for ages 16 and up) for several season DVDs (e.g., seasons 4, 6, 12); some episodes 12 source |
| Common Sense Media | 16+ — torture, beatings, beheadings; paranormal threat; drinking |
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 Supernatural is about
Brothers Sam and Dean Winchester hunt demons, monsters and other supernatural beings, and later battle angels and demons to stop the Apocalypse, per Wikipedia. Eric Kripke created the series; it ran on The WB and then The CW for 15 seasons, from September 2005 to November 2020. Jared Padalecki and Jensen Ackles star.
Supernatural parents guide: what's in it
Short answer: TV-14 in the US, 15 in the UK, 16 in Germany for several seasons.
- US: TV-14 on the Apple TV store.
- UK (BBFC): 15, strong bloody violence.
- Germany (FSK): 16 for several season DVDs; some episodes 12.
Common Sense Media lists torture, beatings, gunfire, stabbings and beheadings as everyday events for the characters, plus the idea of unseen evil forces threatening humanity. It also notes words like "damn" and "bitch," frequent drinking, and Dean's casual attitude toward sex.
Is Supernatural scary?
Short answer: Common Sense Media says its paranormal threats will cause angst for all but the sturdiest viewers.
The BBFC's headline advice for the 2006 DVD names strong bloody violence.
The habit kids may copy: monster talk
Older kids who watch may talk about demons and monsters at home, and younger siblings may hear it.
Try tonight: is the monster real
If a younger child heard monster stories, look under the bed together with a flashlight. Ask: "What did we find? Is the monster real, or made up?" Say what you found out loud. In our program, this is the lesson "True or Made Up": checking a fear against the facts.
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FAQ
What is Supernatural rated?
TV-14 in the US, per the Apple TV store. It's 15 in the UK and 16 in Germany for several seasons.
What age is Supernatural for?
The US rating is TV-14, and Common Sense Media lists it for 16+.
Is Supernatural violent?
The BBFC lists strong bloody violence, and Common Sense Media lists torture, stabbings and beheadings.
How many seasons of Supernatural are there?
Fifteen, from 2005 to 2020, per Wikipedia.
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