Star Trek: Prodigy
Star Trek: Prodigy
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Watch-outs
What this film brings
Content barometer
Violence
2/5
Moderate
Fear
2/5
A few scenes
Sexuality
0/5
None
Language
0/5
None
Narrative complexity
1/5
Accessible
Adult themes
0/5
None
Expert review
This animated science fiction series follows a group of young heroes escaping an oppressive environment and slowly learning to work together in a space adventure with an energetic, adventurous tone. The main sensitive elements involve children in danger, an early situation of forced labor, repeated chases, sci fi combat, non realistic weapons, and a few villains with a threatening presence. The presentation stays stylized and clearly aimed at younger viewers, with no graphic injury or gore, but tension appears regularly and some scenes may unsettle very young children because of the pace, capture threats, and ongoing sense of pursuit. It feels suitable from about age 7 for children already comfortable with action adventure stories, and it may become more engaging a little later. For younger viewers, parental support can help explain the opening exploitation context, offer reassurance during chase scenes, and highlight the positive themes of teamwork, learning, and hope.
Synopsis
A motley crew of young rebellious aliens commandeer an old Starfleet ship and must figure out how to work together while navigating a greater galaxy, in search for a better future. These six young outcasts know nothing about the ship they have commandeered, but over the course of their adventures together, they will each be introduced to Starfleet and the ideals it represents.
Difficult scenes
The opening places several young characters in a colony controlled by a cruel ruler, with a clear sense of domination and exploitation. Even though the treatment remains accessible and not graphic, this setup may disturb younger children because the heroes seem trapped, watched, and deprived of freedom. The crew is repeatedly chased by determined enemies who want to recover the ship. These sequences include alarms, emergency maneuvers, futuristic weapons fire, and sustained pressure, which can be unsettling for children who are sensitive to pursuit and capture threats. Some characters and creatures look unusual or imposing, especially among the antagonists and within darker space settings. This is not horror, but the science fiction design and a few intimidating faces may create anxiety for very young viewers. The story also includes tension within the young team, with arguments, mistrust, and impulsive choices that place the group in danger. These conflicts support the characters' growth, but they still add a steady emotional charge that requires some maturity to process comfortably.
Where to watch
Availability checked on Apr 03, 2026
About this title
- Format
- TV series
- Year
- 2021
- Countries
- United States of America
- Original language
- EN
- Directed by
- Kevin Hageman, Dan Hageman
- Main cast
- Brett Gray, Ella Purnell, Jason Mantzoukas, Angus Imrie, Rylee Alazraqui, Dee Bradley Baker, Kate Mulgrew
- Studios
- Roddenberry Entertainment, Secret Hideout, Brothers Hageman Productions, CBS Studios, Nickelodeon Animation Studio
Content barometer
Violence
2/5
Moderate
Fear
2/5
A few scenes
Sexuality
0/5
None
Language
0/5
None
Narrative complexity
1/5
Accessible
Adult themes
0/5
None
Expert review
This animated science fiction series follows a group of young heroes escaping an oppressive environment and slowly learning to work together in a space adventure with an energetic, adventurous tone. The main sensitive elements involve children in danger, an early situation of forced labor, repeated chases, sci fi combat, non realistic weapons, and a few villains with a threatening presence. The presentation stays stylized and clearly aimed at younger viewers, with no graphic injury or gore, but tension appears regularly and some scenes may unsettle very young children because of the pace, capture threats, and ongoing sense of pursuit. It feels suitable from about age 7 for children already comfortable with action adventure stories, and it may become more engaging a little later. For younger viewers, parental support can help explain the opening exploitation context, offer reassurance during chase scenes, and highlight the positive themes of teamwork, learning, and hope.
Synopsis
A motley crew of young rebellious aliens commandeer an old Starfleet ship and must figure out how to work together while navigating a greater galaxy, in search for a better future. These six young outcasts know nothing about the ship they have commandeered, but over the course of their adventures together, they will each be introduced to Starfleet and the ideals it represents.
Difficult scenes
The opening places several young characters in a colony controlled by a cruel ruler, with a clear sense of domination and exploitation. Even though the treatment remains accessible and not graphic, this setup may disturb younger children because the heroes seem trapped, watched, and deprived of freedom. The crew is repeatedly chased by determined enemies who want to recover the ship. These sequences include alarms, emergency maneuvers, futuristic weapons fire, and sustained pressure, which can be unsettling for children who are sensitive to pursuit and capture threats. Some characters and creatures look unusual or imposing, especially among the antagonists and within darker space settings. This is not horror, but the science fiction design and a few intimidating faces may create anxiety for very young viewers. The story also includes tension within the young team, with arguments, mistrust, and impulsive choices that place the group in danger. These conflicts support the characters' growth, but they still add a steady emotional charge that requires some maturity to process comfortably.