Parents' Guide to The Diplomat

TV Netflix Drama 2023
Keri Russell sits in a blue suit in front of a blue cracked wall and United States Flags. The words "The Diplomat" is in white letters.

Common Sense Media Review

Monique Jones By Monique Jones , based on child development research. How do we rate?

age 15+

Exciting political drama highlights female leaders.

Parents Need to Know

Why Age 15+?

Any Positive Content?

  • The Diplomat Trailer
  • The Diplomat: The cast of The Diplomat are standing in a government office room.
  • The Diplomat: David Gyasi and Keri Russell standing outside, looking at something off camera
  • The Diplomat: Keri Russell walking outside amid a government event

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age 16+

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What's the Story?

THE DIPLOMAT follows Kate Wyler (Keri Russell), a government official who's unceremoniously put in the position of ambassador to the UK after a bombing in international waters. Kate's husband and former ambassador Hal (Rufus Sewell) is supportive, but is also pulling strings to make her suitable to become the next vice president of the United States.

Is It Any Good?

Our review:
Parents say ( 4 ):
Kids say ( 1 ):

This show can be very entertaining for fans of hardboiled political dramas that also include a touch of humor. The Diplomat has fun performances, keeping it light enough to binge, while including enough political jargon to scratch the itch of fans of shows like The West Wing. Fans of Russell will be especially happy to see her taking charge as a likable, yet no-frills woman who wants to be in control of her career despite her husband pulling strings to make her suitable for higher office, unbeknownst to her. Fans of seeing women in powerful roles in general will love seeing the characters make moves in high office.

Talk to Your Kids About ...

  • Families can talk about how women show up in The Diplomat. Are they empowered? Or does the show portray a man's world? How do women vs. men exert their power in the complicated world of global politics and espionage?

  • How does the series focus on interpersonal relationships? How does Kate and Hal's relationship develop over time?

  • How do characters demonstrate self-control, perseverance, integrity, and courage?

  • How does humor play a role in telling the political drama of The Diplomat?

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Keri Russell sits in a blue suit in front of a blue cracked wall and United States Flags. The words "The Diplomat" is in white letters.

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