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Is El hormiguero safe for children?

NR Comedy, Talk Generally safe
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Content breakdown
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Generally safe
El Hormiguero is a Spanish talk show combining comedy with science and politics that's been running since 2006. It features minimal violence, no profanity, and no sexual content, making it generally appropriate for children. However, some political discussions or humor may go over younger children's heads, so it's best suited for older elementary age and up.
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Violence
Mild
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Language / Profanity
None
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Sexual Content
None
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Horror / Scary
None
About this TV show
Type
TV Show
Released
2006
Rating
NR
Genre
Comedy, Talk
Synopsis

El Hormiguero is a Spanish television program with a live audience focusing on comedy, science, and politics running since September 2006. It is hosted and produced by screenwriter Pablo Motos. The show aired on Spain's Cuatro channel from launch until June 2011 and is now broadcast on Antena 3. Recurring guests on the show include Luis Piedrahita, Raquel Martos, Marron & "The Man in Black", and puppet ants Trancas and Barrancas. It has proved a ratings success, and has expanded from a weekly 120-minute show to a daily 40-minute show in its third season, which began on September 17, 2007. The show won the Entertainment prize at the 2009 Rose d'Or ceremony.

Cast
Pablo Motos
Pablo Motos
Self - Host
Juan Ibáñez Pérez
Juan Ibáñez Pérez
Trancas
Damián Mollá
Damián Mollá
Barrancas
Full cast on IMDb ›
Stimulus level
High stimulus

This is a fast-paced adult talk show with live audience reactions, rapid topic changes, and comedic timing — not designed for infants and toddlers.

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

Age suitability
Under 6
Not yet
Ages 6–8
With parent
Ages 9–12
Yes
Ages 13+
Yes
Where to watch
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Ratings based on MPAA/TV classification and TMDB metadata. Updated March 2026.
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