Is Revenge appropriate for children?

# Revenge - Parental Guide This drama follows a woman seeking revenge against wealthy Hamptons families who wronged her. While rated TV-14, it contains moderate violence, mild language, and some sexual content. The show's themes of deception and revenge may appeal to mature teens, but younger children might find it intense. Preview an episode first to gauge your child's readiness.

What age is Revenge suitable for?

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

Is Revenge safe for children? | ScreenWise Parent Guide

Content breakdown

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Violence

Moderate

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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

2011

Rating

TV-14

Genre

Drama, Mystery

Synopsis

When Emily Thorne moves to the Hamptons, everyone wonders about the new girl, but she knows everything about them, including what they did to her family. Years ago, they took everything from her. Now, one by one, she's going to make them pay.

Cast

Emily VanCamp

Emily Thorne

Madeleine Stowe

Victoria Grayson

Nick Wechsler

Jack Porter

Gabriel Mann

Nolan Ross

Full cast on IMDb ›

Stimulus level

High stimulus

This adult drama uses rapid scene cuts, intense orchestral music, and dark lighting typical of primetime TV thrillers — completely unsuitable 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

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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