The Mighty Nein (2025) is an American adult animated fantasy series adapted from Critical Role’s second Dungeons & Dragons campaign.
The showrunner is Tasha Huo, and the project is produced by Critical Role, Titmouse, and Amazon MGM Studios. The main cast re-unites Critical Role players who voice the Mighty Nein, and Matthew Mercer appears as DM and multiple NPCs. The plot follows a band of fugitives and misfits compelled to stop a powerful relic, The Beacon, from unraveling reality.
The Mighty Nein Age Rating
The Mighty Nein is rated TV-MA for mature themes, strong language, and intense scenes. This rating indicates the show is intended for adult viewers and may be unsuitable for younger teens. The animated format does not mean the content is child-friendly; the tone, subject matter, and some visuals are created for mature audiences. The TV-MA rating follows Prime Video’s positioning and promotional material for the series.
Violence & Peril
Violence is moderate to strong, often framed within fantasy battle sequences and tense interpersonal confrontations. Combat can feel intense and sometimes visceral, with stakes that include injury, betrayal, and large-scale threat to regions and lives. The show also carries sustained tension from political plotting, magical peril, and moments of psychological danger. These scenes are likely to be upsetting for younger viewers.
Language
Expect frequent strong language and coarse expressions across episodes. Profanities and mature banter are used in character interactions and stressful scenes. Some dialogue mirrors the original tabletop campaign’s adult tone and includes swearing and blunt emotional moments. Parents should assume language will be similar to TV-MA streaming dramas.
Mature Themes
The series explores adult themes such as trauma, addiction, identity, moral ambiguity, grief, and political extremism. Sexual references, romantic complications, and substance-use implications may appear as part of character arcs. Religion, race-like worldbuilding, and heavy ethical dilemmas are played straight and sometimes darkly. These mature topics are woven into character development and long story arcs.
Is The Mighty Nein Suitable for Teens?
Ages 10–12: No. Thematic depth, intense peril, and TV-MA language make this inappropriate for preteens.
Ages 13–15: With guidance. Mature themes and intense scenes may be distressing for younger teens. Parental preview recommended.
Ages 16–17: With guidance / Caution. Older teens may appreciate the story, but the TV-MA rating, language, and emotional intensity warrant parental context.
Final recommendation: Best for viewers 17+ or mature 16–17 year-olds after parental review.
What Parents Can Do
- Watch an episode first to judge tone, language, and themes, then decide if your teen is ready.
- Prepare a short conversation about trauma, moral ambiguity, and consent before viewing. Explain fantasy violence versus real harm.
- Use episodes as discussion prompts: ask how characters handle guilt, loyalty, and leadership. Encourage questions after each episode.
Official Trailer
FAQs
Q: What is The Mighty Nein rated and why?
A: The show is rated TV-MA for mature themes, strong language, and intense scenes.
Q: Is The Mighty Nein appropriate for kids or younger teens?
A: No. The TV-MA rating and mature subject matter make it unsuitable for children.
Q: Are there scary or violent scenes?
A: Yes. Expect moderate to strong fantasy violence and tense, frightening moments.
Q: Does the show feature strong language or slurs?
A: Yes. Frequent strong language and adult dialogue are present.
Q: Is there sexual content or nudity?
A: The series includes mature romantic and sexual themes. Explicit nudity has not been a primary focus in promotional material, but sexual references appear.
Q: Where and when can I watch it?
A: The Mighty Nein premieres on Prime Video worldwide on November 19, 2025.