Is The Waltons appropriate for children?

# The Waltons - Parental Guide The Waltons is a wholesome family drama following a rural Virginia household during the Great Depression and WWII. With no violence, profanity, sexual content, or scary scenes, it's completely appropriate for children of all ages. The show emphasizes family values, hard work, and togetherness, making it excellent for watching together.

What age is The Waltons suitable for?

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

Is The Waltons safe for children? | ScreenWise Parent Guide

Content breakdown

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Violence

None

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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

1972

Rating

TV-G

Genre

Drama

Synopsis

The Waltons live their life in a rural Virginia community during the Great Depression and World War II.

Cast

Ralph Waite

John Walton Sr.

Jon Walmsley

Jason Walton

Mary Elizabeth McDonough

Erin Walton

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David W. Harper

Jim-Bob Walton

Full cast on IMDb ›

Stimulus level

Very low stimulus

This classic family drama features slow pacing, long scene holds, natural dialogue, and gentle storytelling with minimal visual effects or rapid cuts — very calm viewing.

Stimulus rating reflects pacing, visual complexity, and sensory intensity — factors associated with attention development in children under 3. Learn more

Age suitability

Under 6

Yes

Ages 6–8

Yes

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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