Is Designated Survivor safe for children?

Tom Kirkman, a low-level cabinet member is suddenly appointed President of the United States after a catastrophic attack during the State of the Union kills everyone above him in the Presidential line of succession.

This is a fast-paced political thriller with frequent scene cuts, intense dialogue, dramatic music, and serious content — completely inappropriate for infants and toddlers and designed for adult audiences.

Stimulus rating reflects pacing, visual complexity, and sensory intensity — factors associated with attention development in children under 3. Learn more

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