Production Companies: Bad Robot, Fringe Element Films, Warner Bros. Television
Producers: J.J. Abrams, Bryan Burk, Alex Graves, Alex Kurtzman, Roberto Orci, Robert M. Williams, Jr.
Creators: J.J. Abrams

Now in its second season, Fringe follows the investigations surrounding the unexplained phenomena known collectively as The Pattern. FBI Agent Olivia Dunham enlists the help of mad scientist Walter Bishop and his estranged son, Peter, to discover who or what is behind The Pattern.

Graphic violence continues to be the most problematic aspect of this show. Last season, scenes included faces melting off of victims and body parts exploding. This season, Olivia is hunted by an assassin who has the ability to steal a person’s identity using a three-pronged machine jammed into the victim’s soft palate. Strange creatures often pop up to devour the population. Occasionally sex is also an issue, with Walter making off-color comments about sex. Language including “bitch,” “damn,” and “ass” appear in the show with some regularity.

Fringe is not recommended for viewers under age 18.

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Ratings Legend Show may include gratuitous sex, explicit dialogue, violent content, or obscene language, and is unsuitable for children. The show contains adult-oriented themes and dialogue that may be inappropriate for youngsters. Family-friendly show promoting responsible themes and traditional values. Not yet rated by the PTC. Full Week | Printable Version | Green Shows | Yellow Shows | Red Shows | All Shows