Maledictions (2025) is an Argentinian political thriller limited series. It is created by Daniel Burman and directed by Burman and Martín Hodara. The series adapts Claudia Piñeiro’s novel of the same name.
The show stars Leonardo Sbaraglia, Gustavo Bassani, Alejandra Flechner, Mónica Antonópulos, and Francesca Varela. A governor’s child vanishes at a career-defining moment, pulling him into a dangerous choice between ambition and family.
Maledictions Age Rating
Maledictions is rated TV-MA in the U.S.; expect tense kidnapping scenes and mature political themes. The official synopsis indicates mature, intense content involving a kidnapping and political corruption.
Violence & Peril
- Level: Moderate to strong tension; violence appears grounded, not graphic.
- What to expect: Kidnapping, threats, potential presence of weapons, and stressful confrontations tied to political power struggles. Prolonged peril surrounding a missing child. (Based on Netflix synopsis/trailer.)
Language
- Level: Likely moderate to strong.
- Notes: Heated political arguments and intimidation may include strong adult language in Spanish with subtitles/dubs depending on region. (No official descriptor provided.)
Mature Themes
- Topics: Corruption, coercion, betrayal, abuse of power, and family endangerment.
- Sex/Nudity: Not emphasized in marketing; no nudity signaled by the trailer.
- Substances/Smoking: Political settings may include alcohol at events; smoking may appear, but it is not highlighted in marketing. (We will update if official descriptors are released.)
Is Maledictions Suitable for Teens?
Ages 12 and under: No. The kidnapping storyline and political menace are too intense.
Ages 13–15: No. The TV-MA rating, mature themes, and sustained peril make it unsuitable.
Ages 16–17: With Guidance. Mature teens interested in political thrillers may watch with parental discussion about corruption and safety.
Final recommendation: Best for 16+ with guidance, ideally adults.
What Parents Can Do
Set expectations about tone: Explain that this is a slow-burn political thriller with a child-in-danger plot and morally gray adults.
Add real-world context: Discuss Argentine politics in broad terms and how power can be abused—separating fiction from reality.
Debrief after viewing: Talk about trust, ambition, and the ethical lines characters cross under pressure.
Official Trailer
FAQs
Q: What is the age rating for Maledictions?
A: It is rated TV-MA on U.S. Netflix; some regions show 16+. Netflix has not posted detailed content reasons.
Q: Is it appropriate for teens?
A: Generally no for under 16. Mature teens (16–17) may watch with guidance due to peril and adult themes.
Q: How violent or scary is it?
A: Expect intense kidnapping peril, threats, and political intimidation. Violence looks realistic rather than gory. (Trailer-based assessment.)
Q: Does it include strong language or slurs?
A: Strong adult language is likely in high-tension scenes, though Netflix hasn’t provided specific descriptors.
Q: Where can I watch it and when?
A: Streaming on Netflix from September 12, 2025, worldwide (limited series).