Common Sense Media Review
By Emily Ashby
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Mature DC superhero series has violence, sex, language.
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Titans
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Based on 26 parent reviews
Based on 59 kid reviews
Kids say that the TV series is entertaining yet very intense, with frequent graphic violence, swearing, and sexual content, making it unsuitable for younger viewers. Most reviews recommend that only more mature teens, typically around 13 or older, should watch it, along with parental guidance, due to the explicit themes.
- mature audience recommended
- graphic violence
- strong language
- parental guidance advised
- mixed reviews on suitability
Summarized with AI
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What's the Story?
In TITANS, destiny unites a new team of young superheroes to counter an evil threat to the planet. Tormented by visions of a mysterious boy's childhood trauma, empath Rachel Roth (Teagan Croft) begins to make sense of her powers once she joins forces with that same boy, Dick Grayson (Brenton Thwaites), all grown up. Half-human, half-demon Rachel assumes the persona of Raven, while Dick works to shed the image of Batman's associate, Robin, and create his own identity. Among others, the two are joined by alien princess Koriand'r, aka Starfire (Anna Diop), and Beast Boy (Ryan Potter) who can transform into different animals. Together these powerful heroes are the planet's best hope against evil in all its forms.
Is It Any Good?
These youthful DC characters transition to live action in dark, foreboding fashion in this gritty and very violent drama series. Titans' intense tone is obvious from the start as Rachel wrestles with impulses she doesn't understand, disturbing visions she can't control, and a trauma that sends her fleeing for her own safety. Meanwhile, other characters are going through their own hard times before their paths cross and their new shared destiny offers a chance for connection and purpose.
Titans will draw DC and superhero fans who like reimaginings, but unlike many hero tales, this isn't a series that's meant for the family. The graphic violence, sex, and profanity make it unsuitable for younger teens and certainly inappropriate for kids who'll recognize the characters' names from the popular Teen Titans animated series. Adults who watch will find that the plot develops very slowly and methodically, but characters are enjoyably complex, embracing both the light and the dark, as well as the importance of acceptance and chosen family.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about the impact of the violence in Titans. Does its graphic nature serve a purpose, or is it more for shock value? Where do you draw the line between appropriate and not with regard to this kind of content?
Do these young heroes embrace their roles, or are they more resigned to the fact that they're supers? Is it OK for them to enjoy beating (and sometimes killing) the bad guys? Is revenge their motivation, or is it something else? How are character strengths like teamwork and loyalty evident in their personalities?
Do you think marketing is a factor in the rollout of new character stories like this one? How do other DC productions and products benefit from association? What character crossover do you notice in Titans?
TV Details
- Premiere date : October 12, 2018
- Cast : Teagan Croft , Ryan Potter , Brenton Thwaites
- Network : Max
- Genre : Drama
- Topics : Superheroes , Adventures
- TV rating :
- Last updated : October 1, 2025
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