i love this show, i think this show is good for kids. with some good values, mild violence, and no adult content at least in the censored version. in the uncensored version there isn't much inappropiate content.
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Dragon Ball Z
(Rated TV-Y7-FV, Children, cartoons, & animation, Starring Ian James Corlett, Dameon Clark, Kyle Hebert, Where to watch: Cartoon Network, DVD, Download)
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Not age appropriate for kids under 6, age appropriate for kids over 10; suggested age 8. -
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Common Sense says
Stands the test of time, but very violent.
updated 07.04.08
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 8–10
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What Parents Need to Know
About Dragon Ball Z
Parents need to know that this show is an enormously popular sequel to the anime series Dragon Ball and has a huge following across the globe. Consistent strong themes include good triumphing over evil, putting family first, and working as a team. Still, there's no shortage of violent scenes; characters get hurt, unconventional weapons are used, and the dialogue includes language about killing, decimating, and destroying. While the show is massively appealing to anime fans, parents need to be aware that the strong violent visuals may frighten some kids.
Read our full review by Pam Gelman
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about the appeal of the father-son team. Does this contribute to the series' long popularity? In what ways are these characters realistic, and what has been dramatized for benefit of the show? Looking past the wham-bam violence, what are the overriding themes? Since the show originated in Japan, families can discuss Japanese culture and history.
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Lives in WashingtonI rate this title on for age 8 and give iti grew with this show and still watch it
- Lives in New YorkI rate this title iffy for age 2 and give it
BEST ANIME!
This is my favorite show! It may have some violents but it is really good. I think alot of kids would like it.
- Lives in ArizonaI rate this title iffy for age 13 and give it
- Lives in CaliforniaI rate this title on for age 2 and give it
mmaaaaaannnn
Im gonna put this in short. some eipsodes leave you wondering if you pushed the fast forward button 6 times...its total insanity in these episodes, destroyed rocks flyin everywhere and characters tryin to beatin the livin crap outta eachother every second of each episode
- Lives in LouisianaI rate this title on for age 8 and give it
I love this show
I'm 19 years old and I still love this show. It has some good values (such as family and working together), terrific art, and while it does have mild violence, the violence is focused on saving people. It's humorous and enjoyable. Not quite sure why some other adults don't like it, I know many other people my age that still enjoy it. Hope this helps any others who are wondering!
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