Stumble (2025) is an American single-camera comedy in mockumentary style about junior college cheerleading. The series was created and written by Jeff Astrof and Liz Astrof, with Jeffrey Blitz directing the pilot.
The cast is led by Jenn Lyon, with Taran Killam and guest turns from Kristin Chenoweth; Monica Aldama from Netflix’s Cheer serves as an executive producer, adding authentic cheer expertise.
The plot follows Courteney Potter, a once-top cheer coach who falls from grace after a scandalous video and accepts the impossible task of rebuilding a tiny junior-college team into a championship contender.
Stumble premieres Friday, November 7, 2025, on NBC, with episodes streaming on Peacock the day after.
Stumble Age Rating
Stumble carries an official TV-14 rating with content flags D (suggestive Dialogue) and L (coarse Language). This means the show is intended for viewers 14 and older and may contain suggestive or sexualized dialogue and stronger profanities that parents should note. The TV-14 (D|L) label has been listed in TV listings and entertainment outlets covering the show.
Violence & Peril
Physical violence is minimal. The show’s conflict is mostly competitive, comedic, and situational, not graphic or gory. There are high-energy cheer stunts and pratfalls that create tense moments, but injuries are handled with a comic tone rather than explicit injury detail. The mockumentary format sometimes shows chaotic training scenes and near-misses on the mat, which may feel intense to younger viewers.
Language
Coarse language appears throughout the series, including occasional strong expletives and crude joking. The TV-14 (L) flag signals that profanity is more frequent than in TV-PG shows but not as pervasive as an adult cable series. Slurs or hate speech are not a highlighted element in previews, but parents may hear blunt, salty exchanges in locker-room and confessional scenes.
Mature Themes
Stumble handles adult themes through comedy and satire. Storylines include public scandal, reputational fallout, second chances, and mild sexual suggestiveness tied to adult relationships or jokes. There is also material about legal trouble and characters with colorful pasts (for example, recruits carrying ankle monitors or other backstories used for comedic stakes). Smoking and substance-use references do not appear central in press coverage, but the series leans into adult-angled humor and situations. Monica Aldama’s involvement keeps the cheer sequences authentic, while the writers play up the messy, grown-up side of competitive sport.
Is Stumble Suitable for Teens?
Ages 10–13: Not recommended. The show’s coarse language, suggestive dialogue, and some adult themes are beyond what preteens should regularly see. Confessional jokes and scandal elements may be confusing or inappropriate for this age group.
Ages 14–15: With guidance. The official TV-14 rating reflects this target. Many teens in this group can handle the humor, but parents should pre-screen or co-watch episodes that deal with scandal or adult jokes.
Ages 16–17: Yes, generally suitable. Older teens are more likely to understand the satirical tone and social stakes. Expect to discuss language and the difference between punchline humor and real-world consequences.
Final recommendation: For most families, Stumble is best suited for viewers 14 and up. Parents of younger teens should preview episodes first and be ready to talk about the show’s sexual suggestiveness and coarse language.
What Parents Can Do
- Watch the first episode together so you can judge tone and language. Point out when a joke is satire, not advice.
- Prepare kids for competitive imagery and near-miss stunt moments by explaining safety in sports and how TV dramatizes risk.
- Use the show to discuss second chances, accountability, and reputation—ask how consequences differ on TV and in real life.
Official Trailer
FAQs
Q: What is Stumble rated and why?
A: Stumble is rated TV-14 for suggestive dialogue and coarse language. The label warns parents that the show has stronger language and adult-leaning jokes.
Q: Is Stumble appropriate for teens?
A: Yes for most teens 14 and older. Parents of younger teens should preview and guide viewing.
Q: Are there scary or violent scenes?
A: No graphic violence. The show has high-energy stunts and chaotic pratfalls that may be tense but not gory.
Q: How strong is the language?
A: The language is stronger than TV-PG and includes occasional coarse expletives. The TV-14 (L) flag signals moderate profanity.
Q: Is there sexual content?
A: Sexual content is mild and primarily suggestive dialogue or adult jokes. There is no indication of explicit sex in trailers or press previews.
Q: Where can I watch Stumble?
A: Stumble premieres on NBC on Friday, November 7, 2025. Episodes stream the following day on Peacock.