Is Waking the Dead appropriate for children?

"Waking the Dead" is a crime drama following detectives solving cold cases, rated TV-14 for strong violence including graphic crime scenes and autopsy imagery. While language and sexual content are mild, the intense investigative nature and disturbing subject matter make it better suited for older teens than younger children.

What age is Waking the Dead suitable for?

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

Is Waking the Dead safe for children? | ScreenWise Parent Guide

Content breakdown

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Violence

Strong

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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

2001

Rating

TV-14

Genre

Crime, Mystery, Drama

Synopsis

A detective team apply new techniques to old crimes as they solve cold cases.

Cast

Trevor Eve

DCI Peter Boyd

Sue Johnston

Dr. Grace Foley

Tara Fitzgerald

Dr. Eve Lockhart

Wil Johnson

DS Spencer Jordan

Full cast on IMDb ›

Stimulus level

High stimulus

This adult crime drama features rapid scene cuts between investigations, interrogations, and flashbacks typical of TV-14 dramas, along with sudden audio cues and tense music — not appropriate 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

Not recommended

Ages 13+

Not recommended

Where to watch

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