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        "content": "My%20kids%20watch%20murder%20drones.%20What%20is%20it%20rated%3F%20What%20is%20it%20about%3F"
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        "content": "Here\u2019s a breakdown of what *Murder Drones* is, what it\u2019s about, and whether it\u2019s appropriate for kids. If you\u2019d like, I can also share specific content that might be concerning depending on your child\u2019s age.\n\n---\n\n## What is *Murder Drones*?\n\n- *Murder Drones* is an Australian animated web series created, written, and directed by Liam Vickers, produced by Glitch Productions. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_Drones?utm_source=openai))  \n- First premiered with a pilot on YouTube on October 29, 2021. The full first (and so far only) season has 8 episodes, released between late 2022 and August 2024. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_Drones?utm_source=openai))  \n- Since May 2025, the series is also available on Amazon Prime Video. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_Drones?utm_source=openai))  \n\n---\n\n## What is it about?\n\n- The story is set on a planet called Copper 9 where humans are extinct. Two robot factions are at odds:\n  - **Worker Drones**: robots left behind to maintain the planet after humans are gone.  \n  - **Disassembly Drones** (aka \u201cMurder Drones\u201d): robots sent to kill the Worker Drones. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_Drones?utm_source=openai))  \n\n- Main characters:\n  - **Uzi Doorman**: a rebellious Worker Drone who wants more freedom and fights against the oppressive despair of her society. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_Drones?utm_source=openai))  \n  - **N**: a Disassembly Drone who\u2019s more curious and friendly than the others. He ends up becoming Uzi\u2019s ally. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_Drones?utm_source=openai))  \n  - **V**: another Disassembly Drone who\u2019s more vicious and sadistic, though her character is more complicated. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_Drones?utm_source=openai))  \n\n- There are darker sci-fi / horror elements, like:\n  - an evil program called the *Absolute Solver*, which has reality-altering and corrupting powers. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_Drones?utm_source=openai))  \n  - violence (robot fights, \u201cmurders,\u201d dismemberment) and disturbing visuals. ([commonsensemedia.org](https://www.commonsensemedia.org/tv-reviews/murder-drones?utm_source=openai))  \n\n---\n\n## What is it rated?\n\n- *Murder Drones* is rated **TV-14** for U.S. audiences on Common Sense Media. ([commonsensemedia.org](https://www.commonsensemedia.org/tv-reviews/murder-drones?utm_source=openai))  \n- They recommend it for ages **13 and up**, mainly due to violence, gore (even though it\u2019s robots, there\u2019s severing, damage, etc.), occasional dark themes, and mild strong language. ([commonsensemedia.org](https://www.commonsensemedia.org/tv-reviews/murder-drones?utm_source=openai))  \n\n---\n\n## Is it appropriate for your kids?\n\nThat depends a lot on their age, maturity, and what they\u2019ve seen before. Here are the pros and concerns:\n\n### What might be fine:\n\n- The animation and storytelling are impressive, and many younger teens enjoy it. ([commonsensemedia.org](https://www.commonsensemedia.org/tv-reviews/murder-drones?utm_source=openai))  \n- The themes of friendship, identity, good vs. evil, resistance, even dystopia, can be interesting and thought-provoking. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_Drones?utm_source=openai))  \n\n### What might bother younger viewers:\n\n- **Violent content**: robots attack, stab, and deal with loss of limbs. Even though it\u2019s \u201cjust robots,\u201d it\u2019s still graphically violent. ([commonsensemedia.org](https://www.commonsensemedia.org/tv-reviews/murder-drones?utm_source=openai))  \n- **Dark and scary moments**: things like reality distortion, creepy or monstrous transformations, disturbing visuals. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_Drones?utm_source=openai))  \n- **Mature themes**: identity, betrayal, oppression, existential threats, some romantic tension, even references to BDSM. These are mostly minor and may not be obvious to younger viewers, but they\u2019re there. ([commonsensemedia.org](https://www.commonsensemedia.org/tv-reviews/murder-drones?utm_source=openai))  \n\n---\n\nIf you tell me how old your kids are (and whether they\u2019re used to darker shows or violence), I can help you decide if *Murder Drones* is a good choice or suggest something similar that\u2019s more age-appropriate."
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