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Eureka Seven

(Rated TV-PG, Science fiction , Starring Johnny Yong Bosch, Stephanie Sheh, Crispin Freeman, Where to watch: Cartoon Network, DVD)

  • Is it age appropriate?

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 14, age appropriate for kids over 99; suggested age 14.

  • Is it any good?

    3.0

  • Common Sense says

    High-action anime isn't completely innocent.

Why We Rated This iffy for Ages 14–18

What to watch out for

  • Messages:

    As mentioned above, many of the show's female characters wear body-conscious clothing that subconsciously undermines their brainpower. And while they're up against a malevolent and militaristic government, the "good guys" in this case are renegade mercenaries. That said, they fight in the name of peace.

  • Violence:

    At the center of the show's plot is an ongoing battle between the military and a renegade squadron of human-piloted fighting robots with laser guns, which can actually "bleed" when "injured" in battle -- an aspect that's animated in a particularly graphic way. Characters are occasionally shown slapping, kicking, and yelling at each other.

  • Sex:

    Two prominent female characters are shown wearing short skirts; one of them is dressed in an overtly sexual outfit that involves a belly-baring halter top and miniskirt. Sexual relations are sometimes implied between characters of consenting age, but even the 14-year-old protagonist shows signs of a sex drive. On one occasion, a sex toy is mentioned. On another, there's thinly veiled nudity.

  • Language:

    While the language is clean for the most part, the 14-year-old protagonist likes to use the word "sucks," as in "This town sucks, my life sucks," etc. Another female character is described as having a "foul mouth."

  • Consumerism:

    Not an issue.

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    One character named Stoner has longer hair, wears baggy clothing, and talks with a California "accent," gently implying that he might smoke marijuana. Another takes a special medication to regulate her mental health.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Eureka Seven

Parents need to know that just because this Adult Swim offering is animated doesn't mean it's kid-appropriate. Violence -- in the form of military-style air combat and old-fashioned punching and kicking -- is a regular part of the storyline, and a few sexually charged plotlines toe the line in terms of decorum. This is an emotionally and visually intense anime with broad political and social themes, which, despite the fact that the show's protagonist is a 14-year-old, may be too much for some young viewers.

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  1. Teen Reviewer Age 15
    SilentAngel
    Lives in Massachusetts
    I rate this title on for age 12 and give it 4.0

    Good Anime

    I like the story & the characters. My favorite is Eureka. I can't wait to see their new movie, "Pocket Full of Rainbows!" CHARACTER DESIGN: 7 out 10 STORY: 8.5 out of 10 OVERALL: 7.5

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    Hikari
    Lives in Kentucky
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 4.0

    Great!!

    I like this series alot! Very good storyline and beautiful graphics and charcters.

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  3. Kid Reviewer Age 11
    Eureka
    Lives in Maryland
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

    it so good but you whatch it and see

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    coka-cola
    Lives in California
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

    best action/romance guys dont be scared away by romance

    this show is my favorite show! it has every good aspect of a good anime. and i dont mean a gross anime. This show starts by puting you at the edge of your seat and it dosnt let you lean back. Its actiony, has a couple of laughs, and pulls at your heart strings at time. i love this show. now go watch it on youtube!

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    dan555
    Lives in New York
    I rate this title on for age 13 and give it 5.0

    One of the best anime

    I'd say this show is great, and I have nothing bad to say about it.

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