The Diplomat
NZ release: 20 April 2023
Sex scenes Rated on: 20 April 2023
Season 1: Episodes 1 & 2
What’s it about?
During a global crisis, a seasoned diplomat finds herself balancing the demands of her prestigious role as the ambassador to the UK with the challenges of her hectic marriage to a prominent political figure.
The facts
- Created by Debora Cahn (Homeland, The West Wing, Grey’s Anatomy)
- English language
- About 55 minutes per episode, 8 episodes in total
- Staring Keri Russell, Rufus Sewell and David Gyasi
Why did it get this rating?
This show was self-rated by Netflix. You can find out more about self-rating by streaming providers here.
Sexual references
A blowjob is mentioned. A character comments how a dress makes her “ass look fantastic”.
Offensive language
The words “f**k”, “sh*t” and “ass” are frequently used.
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