Cheer is genuinely great television—cinematic, emotionally gripping, and a revelation for anyone who thought cheerleading was just sideline fluff. The athleticism alone is worth the watch, and the personal stories are raw and compelling.
But this is not a feel-good sports doc you can throw on for family movie night. Season 2 dives headfirst into Jerry Harris's criminal case, and the series as a whole includes frequent profanity, vaping, graphic injury talk, and heavy discussions of trauma, depression, and abuse. It's a lot.
For mature teens (15+) and adults, Cheer is a powerful conversation starter about consent, safety in sports, and the cost of chasing excellence. Just go in with your eyes open—and your co-viewing hat on.




