Is Hercules appropriate for children?

# The Aviator - Parental Guide "The Aviator" is a lengthy drama (nearly 3 hours) about billionaire Howard Hughes that's rated PG-13 with mild language, violence, and sexual content. While appropriate for mature children 13+, younger viewers may find it slow-paced and complex. Some scenes depict obsessive behavior and mental health struggles that could be intense for sensitive children.

What age is Hercules suitable for?

Our verdict for Hercules is: Use caution. See the age grid on this page for specific recommendations by age group.

Is Hercules safe for children? | ScreenWise Parent Guide

Content breakdown

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Violence

Moderate

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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

2004

Rating

TV-Y

Genre

Comedy, Kids, Animation, Action & Adventure

Synopsis

A biopic depicting the life of filmmaker and aviation pioneer Howard Hughes from 1927 to 1947, during which time he became a successful film producer and an aviation magnate, while simultaneously growing more unstable due to severe obsessive-compulsive disorder.

Cast

Tate Donovan

Hercules (voice)

French Stewart

Icarus (voice)

Sandra Bernhard

Cassandra (voice)

James Woods

Hades (voice)

Full cast on IMDb ›

Stimulus level

Medium stimulus

Standard animated action-comedy pacing with typical scene changes and dialogue speed for children's programming from this era.

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

With parent

Ages 13+

Yes

Where to watch

🎬 Find on Amazon

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