Is QI appropriate for children?

# QI - Parent Guide QI is a lighthearted British comedy quiz show where contestants earn points for giving interesting answers rather than just correct ones. The humor is intelligent and wordplay-based with no profanity, violence, or sexual content, making it generally appropriate for older children who enjoy learning quirky facts.

What age is QI suitable for?

Our verdict for QI is: Generally safe. See the age grid on this page for specific recommendations by age group.

Is QI safe for children? | ScreenWise Parent Guide

Content breakdown

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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

2003

Rating

Genre

Comedy, Talk

Synopsis

Comedy quiz show full of quirky facts, in which contestants are rewarded more if their answers are 'quite interesting'.

Cast

Sandi Toksvig

Self - Presenter

Alan Davies

Self - Panellist

Full cast on IMDb ›

Stimulus level

Low stimulus

This is an adult talk show with conversational pacing and minimal visual effects, but it's not designed for infants and toddlers — the content and dialogue speed are intended for older audiences.

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

🎬 Find on Amazon

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