Let's be crystal clear: this is not remotely appropriate for kids or teens, and that's fine—not everything needs to be. This is a Starz historical drama about a mother who essentially pimps out her beautiful son to King James I to gain power in 17th century England.
The critics loved it (94% on RT), but audiences were more lukewarm (69%), which often signals a show that's more interested in being provocative than profound. The 6.8 IMDb rating is decent but not spectacular.
If you're an adult who loves historical dramas and doesn't mind explicit content, this might scratch that itch. But this is a pure adults-only recommendation with zero crossover to family viewing. The WISE score reflects that it's well-made but has virtually no value for a family media platform—it's just not what it's designed for.