Is The Untouchables appropriate for children?

# The Untouchables - Parental Guide Despite its TV-PG rating, this 1930s crime drama contains strong violence including shootouts and brutal confrontations that may disturb younger children. While there's no language or sexual content, the intense action and crime-fighting scenes are better suited for older children and teens who can handle mature subject matter.

What age is The Untouchables suitable for?

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

Is The Untouchables safe for children? | ScreenWise Parent Guide

Content breakdown

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Violence

Strong

🗣️

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

1959

Rating

TV-PG

Genre

Drama, Crime

Synopsis

Special Agent Eliot Ness and his elite team of incorruptible agents battle organized crime in 1930s Chicago.

Cast

Robert Stack

Eliot Ness

Nicholas Georgiade

Enrico Rossi

Steve London

Jack Rossman

Paul Picerni

Lee Hobson

Full cast on IMDb ›

Stimulus level

Low stimulus

This 1959 crime drama has natural pacing typical of shows from that era, with minimal visual effects or rapid cuts, though the crime content and dramatic themes make it unsuitable for infants and toddlers regardless of stimulus level.

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