A new study from Concerned Women for America shows that over 41% of children’s shows on Netflix contain LGBT content.
The comprehensive analysis shows how the streaming giant is pushing adult themes on young viewers. The study found that while less than 10% of the overall population identifies as LGBT, 41% of G-rated series and 41% of TV-Y7-rated series on Netflix include LGBT characters, themes, or messaging. Even shows rated TV-Y for the youngest children contained pro-LGBT content 21% of the time.
The study also revealed a troubling pattern of “updating” popular children’s shows like “The Baby-Sitter’s Club,” and “She-Ra” with LGBT characters in reboots and later seasons.
All of this underscores why parents must pay attention to what their children see online and on television. Netflix can push harmful material and pro-LGBT content to children at home — often without parents realizing it. If consumers demand more appropriate entertainment, Netflix and other companies might be willing to deliver it.
Articles appearing on this website are written with the aid of Family Council’s researchers and writers.
