This is my favorite T.V show. Although there is not much actual violence (there is still enough to make the show TV-14) , there are gruesome and realistic depictions of dead bodies. Sometimes the killer kills someone after sex so there are a couple episodes with couples kissing passionately. NOT for kids.
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CSI: Crime Scene Investigation
(Rated TV-14, Drama, Starring William L. Petersen, Marg Helgenberger, Gary Dourdan, Where to watch: CBS, DVD, Online)
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Not age appropriate for kids under 15, age appropriate for kids over 18; suggested age 15. -
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Common Sense says
Science prevails in mature, top-rated crime show.
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 15–18
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What Parents Need to Know
About CSI: Crime Scene Investigation
Parents need to know that this popular crime show features strong doses of graphic violence, as well as lots of blood, drug use, and sexual situations. Although the series' focus is on solving crimes and seeking justice, the violence is sometimes gratuitous. Character development is much less important than depicting the crimes; as a consequence, the show lacks a certain emotional resonance.
Read our full review by Sierra Filucci
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about why the show repeatedly focuses on abuse against vulnerable people. Is this a reflection of reality? How do kids feel when they see gory images, even in the context of scientific discovery? Another angle of discussion could focus on the science depicted in the show. What fascinates kids about the methods the investigators use to solve the crimes? Do you think the show's use of technology is realistic?
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Most Recent Reviews
- I rate this title iffy for age 13 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate sexual content
- My highlights are:
- Good role models
Great T.V show, but not For Kids!
- I rate this title iffy for age 14 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- My highlights are:
- Good role models
A good show with goot characters and role models telling kids not to do drugs, murder, etc.
While not being overtly violent, the gratuitous blood and gore will definately make some uneasy.
- I rate this title on for age 12 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
Pretty Good
I honestly love this show. A little bad, since they often talk about rape and murder, and they often use the words b***h, a**, ect., but I have a younger sister who also enjoys this, so if your kid can handle mature TV shows, I'd strongly suggest this.
- I rate this title on for age 10 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
It a good show.
Its a good show but I rather watch NCIS because of the techie's reactions and she has the most funny moments :] I'm one of those people who likes to watch mysteries. Even though this could be fake, but might happned in the real world.
- I rate this title iffy for age 10 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
Iffy
I like the show but some parts just give me the creeps.Like one episode the killer cut off the womans eyelids so she could see him kill her.Anyway it might give a younger child nightmares.
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