Movies and shows for teens (PG-13 and TV-14) that parents can sit through

1520 titles rated PG-13 or TV-14 with scare tagged 2 or lower and gore 1 or lower, ranked by quality and fame. Every page lists violence and emotional weight too, so the call is yours, made with the facts.

1. 1Interstellar (2014)No gore · emotionally devastating · measured · PG-13Explorers traverse a wormhole, confronting vast distances and the melancholy of a dying Earth.Prime Video · Paramount+88
2. 2The Dark Knight (2008)Mildly scary · light gore · strong violence · emotionally heavy · PG-13A relentless, gritty crime thriller where a hero's war on chaos takes a darkly comic and epic turn.Max85
3. 3Forrest Gump (1994)Light gore · strong violence · emotionally heavy · measured · PG-13A simple man's extraordinary journey through history unfolds, chasing a love that always feels just out of reach.Paramount+ · Kanopy75
4. 4Inception (2010)Mildly scary · strong violence · emotionally heavy · relentless · PG-13A relentless, cerebral adventure unfolds as a thief infiltrates dreams to plant an idea.YouTube (free)83
5. 5Stranger Things (2016) · seriesProperly scary · light gore · strong violence · emotionally heavy · TV-14A small town grapples with a chilling supernatural mystery, secret experiments, and a peculiar young girl.Netflix79
6. 6The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003)Mildly scary · light gore · brutal violence · emotionally devastating · PG-13Relentless action and suspense build to an epic battle for the world, filled with gritty, heartwarming adventure.Max
7. 7The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001)Mildly scary · light gore · strong violence · emotionally heavy · PG-13A fellowship of heroes embarks on an epic, gritty adventure to destroy a powerful, corrupting ring.Max
8. 8The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (2002)Mildly scary · light gore · strong violence · emotionally heavy · PG-13Heroes pursue separate, perilous paths as an ancient evil's power grows, threatening all Middle-earth.Max
9. 9Avengers: Infinity War (2018)Mildly scary · light gore · brutal violence · emotionally devastating · PG-13A cosmic despot gathers artifacts of unimaginable power, forcing heroes to fight a relentless, high-stakes battle for all reality.Disney+
10. 10The Good Doctor (2017) · seriesLight gore · emotionally heavy · measured · TV-14An autistic surgeon with savant syndrome navigates hospital politics while saving lives with his extraordinary medical gifts.Hulu
11. 11The Avengers (2012)No gore · strong violence · relentless · PG-13Earth's mightiest heroes assemble for an epic, relentless, and witty battle to save humanity.Disney+ · Hulu
12. 12Avengers: Endgame (2019)Mildly scary · light gore · brutal violence · emotionally devastating · PG-13A relentless, witty adventure unfolds as heroes assemble to undo cosmic devastation and restore balance.Disney+
13. 13Lucifer (2016) · seriesLight gore · brisk · TV-14The Lord of Hell brings his darkly comic whimsy to Los Angeles crime fighting, with brisk, witty results.Netflix
14. 14Life Is Beautiful (1997)Mildly scary · light gore · strong violence · emotionally devastating · PG-13A whimsical father crafts an elaborate game to shield his son from the heartbreaking reality of a concentration camp.Paramount+ · MGM+
15. 15House (2004) · seriesLight gore · emotionally heavy · measured · TV-14A misanthropic medical genius unravels complex cases with gritty determination and darkly-comic wit.Prime Video · Hulu
16. 16Riverdale (2017) · seriesMildly scary · light gore · strong violence · emotionally heavy · TV-14Small-town secrets and surreal darkness bubble beneath a wholesome facade in this campy, suspenseful mystery.Netflix
17. 17Project Hail Mary (2026)No gore · emotionally heavy · measured · PG-13A witty science teacher wakes up in space, piecing together his epic, suspenseful mission to save Earth.Prime Video · MGM+84
18. 18One Piece (1999) · seriesLight gore · strong violence · measured · TV-14A rubber-limbed boy and his pirate crew chase a legendary treasure with broad humor and wholesome, epic adventure.Netflix · Hulu · Crunchyroll
19. 19The Mandalorian (2019) · seriesMildly scary · light gore · strong violence · measured · TV-14A lone gunfighter navigates the galaxy's lawless outer reaches in an atmospheric, gritty, and epic adventure.Disney+
20. 20The Prestige (2006)Mildly scary · light gore · strong violence · emotionally devastating · PG-13Two rival magicians engage in a cerebral and darkly-comic battle of obsession with deadly consequences.86
21. 21The Office (2005) · seriesNo gore · measured · TV-14Cringe humor and witty banter create heartwarming, nostalgic moments in a measured, whimsical office workplace.Peacock81
22. 22My Hero Academia (2016) · seriesMildly scary · light gore · strong violence · emotionally heavy · TV-14A normal student gains a superpower, joining a hero academy in an uplifting, brisk, and epic adventure.Netflix · Hulu · Crunchyroll
23. 23Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2 (2011)Mildly scary · light gore · brutal violence · emotionally devastating · PG-13A relentless adventure unfolds as young wizards battle ultimate evil, finding darkly-comic and uplifting moments.Max · Peacock
24. 24Friends (1994) · seriesNo gore · measured · TV-14Six New Yorkers navigate young adulthood, finding heartwarming companionship and witty comfort in their shared struggles.Max80
25. 25Death Note (2006) · seriesMildly scary · light gore · emotionally devastating · measured · TV-14A brilliant student uses a supernatural notebook to purge evil, leading to a gritty, darkly-comic game of cat and mouse.Netflix · Prime Video · Hulu
26. 26Sherlock (2010) · seriesMildly scary · light gore · strong violence · emotionally heavy · TV-14A brilliant, abrasive detective and his partner solve complex crimes in a witty, gritty modern London.Hulu · AMC+
27. 27Wednesday (2022) · seriesMildly scary · light gore · measured · TV-14A deadpan teen unravels twisted mysteries and navigates peculiar friendships at a whimsical, darkly comedic academy.Netflix
28. 28Michael (2026)No gore · emotionally heavy · measured · PG-13An earnest, epic drama chronicles a legendary artist's extraordinary talent and relentless pursuit of creative ambition.Starz
29. 29Green Book (2018)No gore · emotionally heavy · measured · PG-13A witty and earnest journey through the 1962 Deep South reveals an unlikely, heartwarming friendship.Netflix
30. 30The Vampire Diaries (2009) · seriesMildly scary · light gore · strong violence · emotionally heavy · TV-14Two vampire brothers share an obsession with a mysterious woman, echoing a century-old, ruthless romance.Max · Peacock
31. 31WandaVision (2021) · seriesMildly scary · emotionally devastating · measured · TV-14Idealized suburban lives unravel as two super-powered beings confront a whimsical, melancholic, and surreal mystery.Disney+
32. 32Guardians of the Galaxy (2014)Mildly scary · light gore · strong violence · brisk · PG-13An abducted Earthling and his ragtag crew of misfits chase a powerful orb across the galaxy.Disney+
33. 33Loki (2021) · seriesNo gore · brisk · TV-14A mischievous god navigates a whimsical, bureaucratic organization while trying to fix a fractured timeline.Disney+
34. 34Titanic (1997)Mildly scary · light gore · strong violence · emotionally devastating · PG-13A young woman's forbidden love story unfolds with epic romance and melancholy aboard a doomed maiden voyage.Paramount+ · Starz · Kanopy76
35. 35Supernatural (2005) · seriesProperly scary · light gore · strong violence · emotionally heavy · TV-14Two brothers hunt down dark, demonic forces across America with gritty, suspenseful, and witty encounters.Prime Video · Peacock
36. 36Top Gun: Maverick (2022)No gore · relentless · PG-13Elite aviators push the limits in a high-octane drama filled with epic, uplifting, and relentless action.Paramount+
37. 37Grey's Anatomy (2005) · seriesLight gore · emotionally devastating · measured · TV-14Doctors navigate intimate, earnest relationships and melancholy challenges, finding heartwarming moments in a measured pace.Netflix · Hulu
38. 38The Imitation Game (2014)No gore · emotionally devastating · measured · PG-13A brilliant code-breaker races against time during wartime, facing a gritty, suspenseful, and ultimately tragic challenge.Kanopy · Hoopla · Tubi
39. 39Jurassic Park (1993)Properly scary · light gore · strong violence · brisk · PG-13A remote island teems with resurrected dinosaurs, turning a preview into a suspenseful fight for survival.Hulu · AMC+
40. 40Bohemian Rhapsody (2018)No gore · emotionally heavy · measured · PG-13An intimate, epic, and uplifting musical drama traces a legendary rock band's meteoric rise to fame.
41. 41Catch Me If You Can (2002)No gore · emotionally heavy · brisk · PG-13A witty con man eludes a gritty FBI agent in a brisk, earnest, true-crime caper.Paramount+ · Kanopy · Hoopla
42. 42Guardian: The Lonely and Great God (2016) · seriesNo gore · emotionally heavy · measured · TV-14A 939-year-old immortal, a grim reaper, and a fated student navigate an epic, whimsical, and melancholy romance.
43. 43Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021)Mildly scary · strong violence · emotionally heavy · relentless · PG-13A relentless, epic adventure unfolds as Peter Parker faces impossible choices with witty humor and a bittersweet heart.Disney+ · Starz
44. 44The Help (2011)No gore · emotionally heavy · measured · PG-13Three women in 1960s Mississippi forge an unlikely bond that challenges societal norms and inspires change.
45. 45Rebelde (2004) · seriesNo gore · measured · TV-14Young adults navigate first loves and life lessons at a prestigious school, all while pursuing their musical dreams.
46. 46The Seven Deadly Sins (2014) · seriesMildly scary · light gore · strong violence · brisk · TV-14Evil knights, once vanquished, return to face tyrannical Holy Knights in an epic, brisk fantasy adventure.Netflix
47. 47Dragon Ball Z (1989) · seriesMildly scary · light gore · brutal violence · relentless · TV-14Earth’s mightiest champion defends the planet from relentless, high-octane extraterrestrial invasions in this epic animated adventure.Crunchyroll
48. 48The Mentalist (2008) · seriesMildly scary · light gore · emotionally heavy · measured · TV-14A charming, observant con man uses his past deceptions to solve gritty crimes with dry wit.Hulu
49. 49The Rookie (2018) · seriesLight gore · strong violence · emotionally heavy · measured · TV-14An earnest small-town guy navigates gritty LAPD life, finding heartwarming humor as the oldest rookie.Hulu
50. 50The Dark Knight Rises (2012)Mildly scary · light gore · brutal violence · emotionally heavy · PG-13A relentless, gritty crime drama unfolds as a hero takes the fall to protect his city.Max
51. 51La La Land (2016)No gore · emotionally heavy · measured · PG-13Aspiring artists in Los Angeles chase their dreams, finding bittersweet romance amidst nostalgic, uplifting melodies.77
52. 52The Sixth Sense (1999)Properly scary · emotionally heavy · measured · PG-13A child psychologist uncovers a boy's chilling secret, weaving a measured tale of suspense and melancholy.Apple TV+ · Peacock · Fandango at Home (free)
53. 53Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl (2003)Mildly scary · light gore · strong violence · brisk · PG-13A roguish pirate and a brave blacksmith chase a cursed crew across the Caribbean in a swashbuckling adventure.Disney+
54. 54Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (2005)Mildly scary · light gore · strong violence · emotionally heavy · PG-13A brisk, darkly-comic adventure unfolds as young wizards face an epic, suspenseful battle for glory.Max · Peacock
55. 55Cobra Kai (2018) · seriesLight gore · strong violence · emotionally heavy · brisk · TV-14A nostalgic rivalry reignites with brisk action, witty humor, and broad comedic drama.Netflix
56. 56Futurama (1999) · seriesNo gore · measured · TV-14A pizza delivery boy awakens a millennium later, navigating a whimsical yet melancholic future with absurdist wit.Hulu
57. 57Iron Man (2008)Mildly scary · light gore · strong violence · brisk · PG-13A brilliant inventor builds a high-tech suit and fights evil with witty remarks and brisk action.Disney+ · Hulu
58. 58Neon Genesis Evangelion (1995) · seriesMildly scary · light gore · strong violence · emotionally devastating · TV-14Humanity's last stand against apocalyptic Angels unfolds with intimate, surreal dread and measured, bleak suspense.Netflix · Criterion
59. 59Once Upon a Time in the West (1968)Light gore · strong violence · emotionally heavy · a slow burn · PG-13A mysterious stranger and a ruthless killer collide in an epic, slow-burn Western where melancholy hangs heavy.Kanopy
60. 60InuYasha (2000) · seriesMildly scary · light gore · strong violence · emotionally heavy · TV-14An epic adventure unfolds as a modern girl is transported to feudal Japan, battling demons and discovering romance.Netflix · Prime Video · Hulu
61. 61The X-Files (1993) · seriesMildly scary · measured · TV-14FBI agents investigate paranormal cold cases, blending gritty crime with chilling, otherworldly suspense.Hulu · Pluto TV
62. 62Dune: Part Two (2024)Mildly scary · light gore · strong violence · emotionally heavy · PG-13A mythic journey unfolds across a bleak desert as Paul faces a terrible, foreseen future.Max
63. 63Avatar (2009)Mildly scary · light gore · brutal violence · emotionally heavy · PG-13A paraplegic Marine navigates an alien world, torn between duty and protecting a vibrant civilization.Disney+ · Hulu
64. 64The Simpsons (1989) · seriesNo gore · measured · TV-14A family's everyday antics in an average town become a witty, satirical, and heartwarming pop culture phenomenon.Disney+ · Hulu
65. 65Jojo Rabbit (2019)Mildly scary · light gore · strong violence · emotionally heavy · PG-13A lonely boy's imaginary Hitler guides him through the darkly comic absurdities of wartime propaganda.
66. 66Five Feet Apart (2019)No gore · emotionally heavy · measured · PG-13Two young cystic fibrosis patients find their connection tested by the very distance that keeps them safe.
67. 67Million Dollar Baby (2004)Light gore · strong violence · emotionally devastating · measured · PG-13A boxing trainer finds unexpected family with a determined fighter, then faces a heartbreaking choice.Paramount+
68. 68Suits (2011) · seriesNo gore · brisk · TV-14A brilliant college dropout and a top lawyer form a secret partnership, navigating high-stakes legal drama with brisk, witty banter.Netflix · Peacock
69. 69Cruella (2021)Light gore · strong violence · emotionally heavy · brisk · PG-13A young designer's ambition sparks a darkly comedic crime drama in 1970s punk London.Disney+
70. 70Me Before You (2016)No gore · emotionally devastating · measured · PG-13A spirited caregiver tries to show a despondent banker that life is worth living, finding unexpected romance.
71. 71Batman Begins (2005)Mildly scary · light gore · strong violence · emotionally heavy · PG-13A billionaire dedicates his life to fighting Gotham's corruption, becoming a symbol of fear in this gritty, suspenseful drama.Max
72. 72Heartstopper (2022) · seriesNo gore · measured · TV-14Teenagers navigate school and young love, finding heartwarming connections in a cozy, uplifting, and romantic series.Netflix
73. 73SPY x FAMILY (2022) · seriesNo gore · brisk · TV-14A spy, an assassin, and a telepath form a whimsical, brisk family, each cleverly hiding their true selves.Hulu · Crunchyroll
74. 74The Notebook (2004)No gore · emotionally devastating · measured · PG-13A man reads a faded notebook, rekindling a passionate, decades-spanning love story separated by war and fate.Pluto TV69
75. 75The Big Bang Theory (2007) · seriesNo gore · measured · TV-14Brilliant, quirky physicists navigate social awkwardness and new friendships with wholesome, witty humor.Max
76. 76Legacies (2018) · seriesMildly scary · light gore · strong violence · emotionally heavy · TV-14Young witches, vampires, and werewolves navigate impulses and destiny at a supernatural boarding school.Netflix
77. 77Dragon Ball Super (2015) · seriesMildly scary · light gore · brutal violence · relentless · TV-14A radish farmer's peaceful life shatters when a god of destruction arrives, sparking relentless, high-octane battles.Crunchyroll
78. 78Frieren: Beyond Journey's End (2023) · seriesNo gore · emotionally heavy · measured · TV-14An elven mage confronts humanity's fleeting existence while fulfilling old promises in a melancholic journey.Netflix · Hulu · Crunchyroll
79. 79Ford v Ferrari (2019)No gore · emotionally heavy · brisk · PG-13Two gritty gearheads battle corporate suits and the laws of physics to conquer Le Mans in an epic, high-octane race.
80. 80The Martian (2015)No gore · emotionally heavy · measured · PG-13An abandoned astronaut uses scientific ingenuity and dry wit to survive alone on a hostile Mars.Prime Video
81. 81Love, Victor (2020) · seriesNo gore · measured · TV-14A new student navigates high school, family, and self-discovery in this earnest, heartwarming comedy.Disney+ · Hulu
82. 82Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (2007)Mildly scary · strong violence · emotionally heavy · measured · PG-13A new professor's dark methods leave Hogwarts vulnerable, forcing students to learn self-defense.Max · Peacock
83. 83The Kardashians (2022) · seriesNo gore · measured · TV-14An intimate, earnest, and feel-good series reveals the truth behind the headlines of a famous family.Disney+ · Hulu
84. 84Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1 (2010)Mildly scary · light gore · strong violence · emotionally heavy · PG-13A bleak, gritty adventure unfolds as three friends hunt for Horcruxes, facing an increasingly perilous world.Max · Peacock
85. 85Dune (2021)Mildly scary · light gore · strong violence · emotionally heavy · PG-13A gifted young man embraces a dangerous destiny on a desert planet, battling malevolent forces for a precious resource.Max81
86. 86Captain America: The Winter Soldier (2014)Mildly scary · light gore · brutal violence · emotionally heavy · PG-13A relentless and gritty web of intrigue threatens the world, pushing Captain America to his limits.Disney+
87. 87Haikyu!! (2014) · seriesNo gore · brisk · TV-14Earnest young athletes chase big dreams on the volleyball court in this brisk, heartwarming comedy.Netflix · Crunchyroll
88. 88Ranma ½ (1989) · seriesNo gore · brisk · TV-14A martial artist's life gets whimsically complicated when cold water brings a most unexpected transformation.Hulu · Hoopla · Fandango at Home (free)
89. 89Grimm (2011) · seriesMildly scary · light gore · strong violence · measured · TV-14A Portland detective’s grim lineage pulls him into a darkly comic and pulpy world of supernatural crime.Prime Video · Peacock
90. 90A Beautiful Mind (2001)No gore · emotionally devastating · measured · PG-13A brilliant mathematician's mind grapples with the weight of genius and the shadows of a secret world.Apple TV+
91. 91Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade (1989)Mildly scary · light gore · strong violence · brisk · PG-13A globe-trotting archaeologist races to rescue his estranged father and uncover a legendary, sacred artifact.Disney+ · Paramount+
92. 92Cowboy Bebop (1998) · seriesMildly scary · light gore · strong violence · emotionally heavy · TV-14Bounty hunters drift through a lawless solar system, chasing targets and trading witty, dark barbs.Crunchyroll
93. 93Chicago P.D. (2014) · seriesLight gore · strong violence · emotionally heavy · brisk · TV-14Gritty uniformed cops and intelligence units confront Chicago's organized crime in a brisk, suspenseful drama.Prime Video · Peacock
94. 94Prison Break (2005) · seriesMildly scary · light gore · strong violence · emotionally heavy · TV-14A brother deliberately gets incarcerated to break his innocent sibling out of a gritty, suspenseful death row.Hulu
95. 95Knives Out (2019)Light gore · measured · PG-13A debonair detective sifts through a family's witty lies and red herrings in a whimsical, suspenseful mystery.83
96. 96The Pursuit of Happyness (2006)No gore · emotionally heavy · measured · PG-13An earnest father and son face homelessness while he pursues a life-changing, uplifting career.Tubi
97. 97Smallville (2001) · seriesMildly scary · measured · TV-14A young alien refugee navigates his tumultuous teen years while slowly embracing a heroic destiny.Hulu
98. 98DARLING in the FRANXX (2018) · seriesMildly scary · light gore · strong violence · emotionally heavy · TV-14In a surreal, melancholy future, children pilot giant robots against mysterious organisms, their intimate battles darkly comic.Crunchyroll
99. 99How I Met Your Mother (2005) · seriesNo gore · measured · TV-14A father's whimsical journey through New York City with his four best friends unfolds with witty, wholesome humor.Hulu
100. 100Chicago Fire (2012) · seriesMildly scary · light gore · strong violence · emotionally heavy · TV-14Everyday heroes face gritty, suspenseful challenges, forging intimate bonds within a dangerous, rewarding profession.Peacock

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