Kenya Films and Classification Board (KFCB) has classified a Netflix program, Squid Game as a show unsuitable for vulnerable groups.

The board's Chief Executive Office Chris Wambua said parents should be concerned about the popular show because it had a persistent theme of extreme violence.

Chris Wambua. CEO KFCB PHOTO/COURTESY

KFCB said it had also written to Google requesting it to ensure sections and scenes of the Squid Game that have been recreated, distributed, and exhibited on YouTube are pulled down or made inaccessible to help in ensuring that the content is restricted to adults.


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Squid Game is a series movie that depicts a scenario of quick fixes through the unorthodox methods of getting rich.

Children and vulnerable groups could easily be influenced into illegal activities.

Wambua said it is the responsibility of parents, guardians to ensure that children under their care are not exposed to age-inappropriate content.


The series was released in September 2021 and has gained popularity over a brief span with over 100 million views across the world.