Is Schitt's Creek appropriate for children?

# Schitt's Creek - Parent Guide This comedy follows a wealthy family adjusting to sudden poverty with witty humor and heart. The TV-14 rating is appropriate; language is mild, with occasional innuendo and sexual references rather than explicit content. Themes involve adult situations and some substance use, making it better suited for older children and teens who appreciate character-driven humor.

What age is Schitt's Creek suitable for?

Our verdict for Schitt's Creek is: Use caution. See the age grid on this page for specific recommendations by age group.

Is Schitt's Creek 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

2015

Rating

TV-14

Genre

Comedy

Synopsis

Formerly filthy rich video store magnate Johnny Rose, his soap star wife Moira, and their two kids, über-hipster son David and socialite daughter Alexis, suddenly find themselves broke and forced to live in Schitt's Creek, a small depressing town they once bought as a joke.

Cast

Eugene Levy

Johnny Rose

Catherine O'Hara

Moira Rose

Dan Levy

David Rose

Annie Murphy

Alexis Rose

Full cast on IMDb ›

Stimulus level

Very low stimulus

This show is not intended for infants and toddlers — it's rated TV-14 and designed for teenagers and adults, so stimulus level is not applicable to your age group.

Limited data — estimate based on genre and network.

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

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