TV-14

Arts & Entertainment abbreviation · Film, Television and Theater

TV-14 stands for Parents Strongly Cautioned, a film, television and theater abbreviation.

US TV rating indicating a program contains material many parents would find unsuitable for children under 14, such as intense violence, strong language or sexual situations.

Example: Rated TV-14 L V: viewer discretion is advised.

Usage notes

Late-night talk shows and many prime-time dramas carry TV-14. The age cutoff differs from the film system, where PG-13 uses 13. Networks decide the ratings for their own shows, with an oversight monitoring board.

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• TV-Y – All Children
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