Is Futurama appropriate for children?

# Parental Guide: The Passion of the Christ This R-rated drama contains graphic depictions of violence and torture during Jesus's final hours that may be disturbing for children. The intense imagery, strong language, and moderate horror elements make it unsuitable for young viewers. Consider waiting until your child is a mature teenager before viewing.

What age is Futurama suitable for?

Our verdict for Futurama is: Not recommended. See the age grid on this page for specific recommendations by age group.

Is Futurama safe for children? | ScreenWise Parent Guide

Content breakdown

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Violence

Strong

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Language / Profanity

Mild

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Sexual Content

Mild

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Horror / Scary

Mild

About this TV show

Type

TV Show

Released

2004

Rating

TV-14

Genre

Animation, Comedy, Sci-Fi & Fantasy

Synopsis

A graphic portrayal of the last twelve hours of Jesus of Nazareth's life.

Cast

Billy West

Fry / Professor Farnsworth / Zoidberg / Zapp Brannigan (voice)

Katey Sagal

Leela (voice)

John DiMaggio

Bender (voice)

Tress MacNeille

Mom (voice)

Full cast on IMDb ›

Stimulus level

High stimulus

This adult animated comedy features fast-paced dialogue, quick scene transitions, bright neon colors, and comedic sound effects typical of adult animation — not appropriate 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

Not recommended

Ages 9–12

Not recommended

Ages 13+

Not recommended

Where to watch

🎬 Find on Amazon

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Generally safe

Ratings based on MPAA/TV classification and TMDB metadata. Updated March 2026.
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