Is Westworld appropriate for children?

# Westworld - Parental Guide Westworld is a mature sci-fi series featuring strong violence, graphic language, and sexual content throughout. The dark, complex storyline about artificial consciousness isn't designed for younger viewers. This show is strictly for adults due to its intense themes and content—not appropriate for children of any age.

What age is Westworld suitable for?

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

Is Westworld safe for children? | ScreenWise Parent Guide

Content breakdown

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Violence

Strong

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Language / Profanity

Strong

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Sexual Content

Moderate

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Horror / Scary

Moderate

About this TV show

Type

TV Show

Released

2016

Rating

TV-MA

Genre

Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Western

Synopsis

A dark odyssey about the dawn of artificial consciousness and the evolution of sin. Set at the intersection of the near future and the reimagined past, it explores a world in which every human appetite, no matter how noble or depraved, can be indulged.

Cast

Evan Rachel Wood

Christina

Thandiwe Newton

Maeve Millay

Jeffrey Wright

Bernard Lowe

Tessa Thompson

Charlotte Hale

Full cast on IMDb ›

Stimulus level

High stimulus

This adult drama features rapid scene cuts, intense orchestral music, sudden violent imagery, and complex visual effects that create a high sensory load — completely inappropriate 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

🎬 Find on Amazon

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