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Will kids be shocked by the violence in The Falsh?

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Well, it's intense but mostly tween-friendly.

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This comics-based adventure series follows
Barry Allen,

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a young man who discovers he has the power
of super speed after being struck by lightning.

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While the show isn't too graphic, there's
still plenty of hard-hitting action.

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We're talking gunfire, car crashes, and a
few dead bodies.

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That said, the Flash's big weapon is speed,
which he often uses to disrupt villains' plans

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rather than fight or physically harm them.

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"Heroes die."

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"Only if you can catch them."

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There also some adult romance, including kissing
and implied sex.

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Characters are shown in bed together, but
there's no nudity.

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As for takeaways, many episodes serve up messages
about compassion and selflessness.

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Common Sense says The Flash is OK for kids
12 and up.

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For more age appropriate media picks, visit
us at commonsense.org.