Yes, generally TV-PG content is considered more intense or mature than TV-Y7, as TV-Y7 targets kids 7+ with mild fantasy violence, while TV-PG suggests parental guidance for themes like moderate violence, suggestive dialogue, or mild language, making it suitable for older kids or when parents can guide younger viewers.
TV-Y7-FV (Directed to Older Children - Fantasy Violence) - Programs where fantasy violence may be more intense or more combative than other programs in this category will be designated TV-Y7-FV. Equivalent to soft PG for movies and soft E10+ for video games.
Y7 FV programs are created for older children. TV-PG: Parental Guidance Suggested – Programs with a PG rating contain material that some parents may find unsuitable for children.
A PG rating means "Parental Guidance Suggested," so it can be okay for a 7-year-old, but it depends heavily on your child's maturity, sensitivity, and the specific movie's content, as PG films might have mild violence, language, or themes that could be confusing or upsetting for some kids their age. You, as the parent, know best if a particular PG film suits your child, as ratings are general guidelines, not strict rules.
TV-Y: suitable for all children. TV-Y7: directed toward kids 7 years and older (kids who are able to distinguish between make-believe and reality); may contain “mild fantasy violence or comedic violence” that may scare younger kids.
TV-Y7 indicates that programming is designed for chil- dren ages 7 and older. An additional rating, TV-Y7-FV, is used to indicate that a program contains “fantasy violence” that may be more intense or combative than other TV-Y7 programs.
More serious swear words like "a*shole" and "b*tch" are allowed in the TV-14 rating. The F-bomb can be used in TV-14 programs, with moderate uses, moreover it is more limited than in the MPA's PG-13 rating.
PG-rated content is suitable for general viewing. A PG film should generally not unsettle a child aged around eight, although parents and caregivers should be aware that some scenes may be unsuitable for more sensitive children.
Addition of the PG-13 rating
In the 1980s, complaints about violence and gore in films such as Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom and Gremlins, both of which received PG ratings, refocused attention on films seen by younger children.
PG - The US PG rating means the same as in the UK: Parental Guidance Suggested. Some Material May Not Be Suitable For Children. PG-13 - Similar to the UK's 12A rating, except that it applies to those aged 13 or under rather than 12. The content may not be too different, but always check if you're unsure.
TV-Y7. Suitable for ages 7 and up. G. Suitable for General Audiences.
Parental Guidance (PG)
Films and computer games classified PG (Parental Guidance) can have content that a child may find confusing or upsetting and require the guidance of a parent or guardian. It is not recommended for viewing by children under the age of 15 without guidance of a parent or guardian.
PG-rated content is suitable for general viewing. A PG should generally not unsettle a child aged around eight, although parents and caregivers should be aware that some scenes may be unsuitable for more sensitive children.
G: Appropriate for people of all ages. PG 12: Parental guidance is required for children under the age of 12. R 15+: People aged 15 and above will be admitted. ID is required to confirm your age.
TV-14-rated media often undergoes stronger censorship for television broadcast, such as strong language, some sexual content, and some stronger violence. On streaming services, TV-14 programming is usually not censored.
PG films are suitable for general viewing, but some scenes may be unsuitable for young children. A PG film should not disturb a child aged around eight or older. However, parents are advised to consider whether the content may upset younger or more sensitive children. Legally a child of any age may view a PG film.
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Depictions of blood/gore are allowed if lingering detail is minimal, however it may be more than minimal if infrequent. Violence should not be realistic and persistent and/or show realistic gore with sight of mutilation of body parts with realistic reactions.
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Unaccompanied children of any age may watch. A 'PG' film should not disturb a child aged around eight or older. However, parents are advised to consider whether the content may upset younger or more sensitive children.
NC-17 (No One 17 and Under Admitted) is the highest rating in the Motion Picture Association (MPA) film rating system used for films distributed in the United States.
Sex, Romance & Nudity
Raunchy comical sexual references, innuendo: kissing with tongues, an exotic dancer, a sexual come-on. Mentions of nudity, virginity.
Parents need to know that, despite its TV-G rating, this series is laced with sexual innuendoes that will either go over kids' heads or instigate lots of questions that parents may not want to answer.
Kids say this show has an engaging plot and strong characters, but it is heavily criticized for its explicit content, including numerous sex scenes, references to drugs and alcohol, and violent themes, making it generally unsuitable for a younger audience.