Is Midsomer Murders appropriate for children?

# The Evil Dead - Parental Guide This NC-17 horror film contains intense violence, gore, sexual content, and strong language throughout. The storyline involves demonic possession and graphic brutality that will disturb most children. This is strictly an adult film and inappropriate for anyone under 17.

What age is Midsomer Murders suitable for?

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

Is Midsomer Murders 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

1981

Rating

TV-14

Genre

Crime, Drama, Mystery

Synopsis

In 1979, a group of college students find a Sumerian Book of the Dead in an old wilderness cabin they've rented for a weekend getaway.

Cast

Neil Dudgeon

DCI John Barnaby

Nick Hendrix

DS Jamie Winter

Fiona Dolman

Sarah Barnaby

Annette Badland

Fleur Perkins

Full cast on IMDb ›

Stimulus level

Very low stimulus

This is an adult crime drama with deliberate pacing typical of 1980s British television, featuring slow burns and extended dialogue rather than rapid cuts or sensory stimulation — however, it contains mature content including violence and is completely inappropriate 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

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