The Runarounds is a 2025 American teen musical drama series. It’s created by Jonas Pate with a teleplay by David Wilcox.
The cast includes William Lipton, Axel Ellis, Jeremy Yun, Zendé Murdock, Jesse Golliher, Lilah Pate, Brooklyn Decker, Maximo Salas, Marley Aliah, Hayes MacArthur, Mark Wystrach, and Kelley Pereira.
The story follows recent high school graduates in Wilmington, North Carolina, as they form a rock band and chase their first big break. It’s inspired by the real band of the same name and features original music.
The Runarounds Age Rating
Recommended age rating: 16+
Our 16+ guidance reflects teen partying, alcohol, kissing, suggestive references, and moderate language.
Violence is limited to brief scuffles and performance peril. No gore or explicit sexual content is indicated.
Violence & Peril
Mild. Brief shoving or rowdy moments at gigs and parties may appear. No weapons or graphic injury are suggested by marketing or the trailer. Tension comes from rivalry, performance pressure, and relationship drama.
Language
Moderate teen language is likely. Occasional strong words may surface in conflicts or lyrics, but the tone appears teen-focused rather than adult-explicit.
Mature Themes
Romance, breakups, and first love. Ambition, rejection, and the music business grind. Party settings may include underage drinking; no hard-drug depictions are signaled in previews. No nudity is indicated; kissing and suggestive moments are likely.
Is The Runarounds Suitable for Teens?
Ages 10–12: No. Themes of dating and party culture skew older.
Ages 13–15: With Guidance. Good fit for most teens who can handle romance, light language, and party scenes. Discuss peer pressure and boundaries.
Ages 16–17: Yes. Content aligns with older teen dramas.
Final recommendation: 13+ with parental guidance based on current trailers and materials.
What Parents Can Do
Set expectations before streaming. Talk about alcohol at parties, curfews, and safe choices at shows.
Discuss healthy relationships. Cover respect, consent, jealousy, and handling breakups kindly.
Put the “dream” in context. Chat about resilience, criticism, and realistic paths in creative careers.
Official Trailer
FAQs
Q: Is The Runarounds appropriate for kids or younger teens?
A: Best for 16+ with guidance. Preteens may find the dating and party content too mature.
Q: How violent or scary is it?
A: Violence appears mild—crowd energy, arguments, and performance stress rather than fights or danger.
Q: Does it include strong language or slurs?
A: Expect moderate teen language. No slurs or extreme profanity are highlighted in marketing.
Q: Where can I watch The Runarounds, and when does it release?
A: Prime Video, with all 8 episodes dropping September 1, 2025 worldwide.