Penny Dreadful
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2010
In a dystopian future, a group of teenagers called the Resisters fight against an oppressive regime that controls all aspects of life.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the narrative.
There is on-page violence involving fighting and conflict.
Mild profanity may be present in dialogue.
No blasphemous language or themes are present.
No substance abuse is depicted or discussed.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
The dystopian setting and conflict create some tension.
No occult or supernatural elements are featured.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The worldview is secular, focusing on resistance and freedom.
Christians are not portrayed negatively as the focus is secular.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe Resisters demonstrate significant courage in their fight.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Loyalty and camaraderie are important among the Resisters.
Themes of grace and repentance are absent in this story.
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