One Piece - TV-Y7

One clash after the next in mindless pirate show.

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Common Sense rates it
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  • TV Rating: TV-Y7
  • Network: WB
  • Genre: Children, Cartoons, & Animation

Parents need to know

Parents need to know that this show's focus on violence overrides the creators' supposed billing as a search for a lost treasure. On a recent episode, it was difficult to differentiate between the "good" and the "bad' guys" and the constant sword battles become mind-numbing after a few minutes. There is little educational value in such a show. With such an emphasis, it isn't appropriate for younger elementary school children; some middle-grade elementary school kids may not be able to process the ongoing violent occurrences as well.

Families can talk about what kind of value they place on the ability to yield power, a trait that the characters in this show treasure and battle incessantly over. Are there better ways to be, as one pirate puts it, "the best I can be?"

Message

Social Behavior:

Bad role models.

Consumerism:

Drugs/Alcohol/Tobacco:

Violence

Not bloody, but never-ending violence.

Sex

Language

Name-calling.

Common Sense says

What's the story?

Reviewed by Lori Silberman Brauner

In this animated adventure, pirate captain Monkey D. Luffy, dreams of finding the legendary One Piece treasure that was buried somewhere on the so-called Grand Line and becoming the Pirate King. He and his crewmates -- thieves and liars among them -- battle their way across the high seas in search of this lost piece.

Is it any good?

1
For a show that bills itself as a "high-seas adventure," ONE PIECE departs considerably from the classic pirate epic. With endless sword battles and comments like "freak" and other sarcastic remarks dominating the show, it's difficult to find any educational, and little entertainment value. While the violence is not bloody and the language is relatively clean, only testosterone-charged tween boys might find this show appealing. Their parents will simply zone out altogether.
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Parents and kids say

All Reviews

There are 40 reviews.

5


Posted on 07/28/08 by Bunny15 Kid contributor, age 15

It's awsome

I grew up with One Piece. Everyday, I would always get excited to see it on tv. So much entertainment, action, I can't get off it. I hope they return One Piece back on tv. I miss Usopp!
5


Posted on 06/24/08 by Akagami Kid contributor, age 16
5


Posted on 06/22/08 by Allysapi Kid contributor, age 9

LOVE IT

In the CartoonNetwork version is fine for pretty much 6 and up!
5

Posted on 05/01/08 by Anonymous Adult contributor

Great Show for Teenagers!

That is of course unless you watch the extremly dumbed down 4Kids version. But anyway, One Piece is a great show about the adventures of Monkey D. Luffy and his pirate crew. In Japan this is a kid's show, but in America it would never pass as such.
5


Posted on 04/24/08 by nduns Kid contributor, age 17

Best anime in Japan

A quick little tip to all of those who down on this show: Never, NEVER judge a show off a dub by 4kids entertainment. Those guys can't dub shows worth beans and this was the dub that made me despise them! The original is the best and most original thing ever, and for once the animations don't look like they're made by the same person because they're so original and think outside the box! That's something people who down on this for animations alone need to understand. I'm gonna explain the categories now: Violence: Yes, this is a very violent show but the fights are very deep and dramatic, so it makes sense. The blood content is very high, btw. Social behavior: Oh yes, insults are thrown, BUT THEY'RE NOT OBNOXIOUS AND STUPID LIKE 4KIDS HAD THEM! Social interractions are good despite the cursing and insults because the characters don't fight for themselves. They fight for the sake of others and the concept of "Nakama" is highly pushed on us. Alcohol/Drugs: Yes, there is alcohol. There's wine, but that's not bad enough to be editted out, and Sanji smokes 4 cigs a day, not to mention Captain Smoker (Not Chaser) smokes 2 cigars. Educational value: This is one of the only anime shows I really feel tries to teach audiences lessons, one of the big ones is to never give up, a good example being Usopp, who 4kids really screwed over. Here's a message to commonsense, STOP BASING ALL OPINIONS OF ANIME OFF OF THE ENGLISH DUBS! Try watching the original before passing judgement, alright? Same goes for everyone reading this review.
5


Posted on 03/31/08 by neopuppyblew Kid contributor, age 12

Good Show!

Ok, I absolutely love this show, and it is my favorite anime! I like the Funimation version. The 4Kids dub was REALLY bad, but it was better for younger kids, I guess. My younger sister (who is 8) watches this with me, and she understands the show, and loves it too! There is a lot of violence, but there isn't much blood. If you have a problem with this show, just watch something else. But if you haven't watched this show before, you should definitely give it a chance. We love it.
3


Posted on 12/24/07 by Mojo02 Kid contributor, age 11
2


Posted on 11/17/07 by Darkanime Kid contributor, age 12

I have just one quick thing to say...

4kids completely massacres another anime... thanks, 4kids!
5


Posted on 11/12/07 by chopperlink Adult contributor

A perfect show for teens and adults, not really for kids...

First off, this is for the Funimation and Original Japanese version for One Piece. The 4Kids version does not deserve a rating! The Original Japanese anime and manga is not for kids. It was meant for older teens and adults. It has some deeply complicated characters that resemble real people. The dialog is very well done. The story is well played out. The animation is breathtaking! Plus the music is very well made for the series. Still, this is not for kids. There is a lot of drinking. The character Sanji smokes,as well as some other characters. There is TONS of blood and violence. There is also some langage and some dirty moments. But this is still a great anime. It is my number one favorite of all anime!!! The funimation version is the same except it is toned down just a little, but not as much as the idiots did at 4kids.
2


Posted on 09/21/07 by Napkin Kid contributor, age 11

I'm ashamed to like this...

This show is ok, I guess.

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Adult Reviews

There are 11 reviews.

5

Posted on 05/01/08 by Anonymous Adult contributor

Great Show for Teenagers!

That is of course unless you watch the extremly dumbed down 4Kids version. But anyway, One Piece is a great show about the adventures of Monkey D. Luffy and his pirate crew. In Japan this is a kid's show, but in America it would never pass as such.
5


Posted on 11/12/07 by chopperlink Adult contributor

A perfect show for teens and adults, not really for kids...

First off, this is for the Funimation and Original Japanese version for One Piece. The 4Kids version does not deserve a rating! The Original Japanese anime and manga is not for kids. It was meant for older teens and adults. It has some deeply complicated characters that resemble real people. The dialog is very well done. The story is well played out. The animation is breathtaking! Plus the music is very well made for the series. Still, this is not for kids. There is a lot of drinking. The character Sanji smokes,as well as some other characters. There is TONS of blood and violence. There is also some langage and some dirty moments. But this is still a great anime. It is my number one favorite of all anime!!! The funimation version is the same except it is toned down just a little, but not as much as the idiots did at 4kids.
5


Posted on 05/19/07 by 4kidsSUCKS Adult contributor

4Kids ruined it

This anime has received mixed reviews(some from people who only watched one version of the show). I personally enjoy this anime a lot. The content of this show is generally directed towards an older audience. content includes: Slight sexual content (slight nudity(no sexual organs shown)) Violence(yes there is alot of it) Vulgar Language(some) Alcoholic Content(there is drinking in this show but it doesn't show them acting drunk) as I stated before this anime is directed to an older audience and I suggest that if you have a problem with it, you can find something else to watch >_>
4


Posted on 05/18/07 by yakaboskib Adult contributor

Know why parents would zone out when watching One Piece?

Because 4 Kids Entertainment raped the once beautiful japanese animation that is One Piece. Thankfully the rights to the show in America are now under Funimation but still the damage is clear. A once beautiful show with deep characters with sad backstories is turned into dribbling 30 minute torture devices which are filled with stupid puns. For all your parents that would drone out I suggest you go watch it once it starts new episodes this summer. I hope it isn't alittle too real for you when you see Captain Smoker (Not chaser his name was smoker) accutally have smoke come out of his mouth because of cigars. Or when Zolo accutally gets hurt when sliced by a sword. Or when there is an actual character named Jesus. Its a good show. Give it a chance.
5


Posted on 05/17/07 by CHuu Adult contributor

A Wonderful Pirate Adventure

A wannabe Pirate Captain, Monkey D. Luffy, sets out on a adventure for the legendary treasure One Piece. Hidden on the last island of the Grand Line, Raftel, only a strong captain, and an even stronger crew could ever hope to reach it. I would only recommend this magnificent series to older children based on the violence. This series has childish humor that even older fans, like myself, can enjoy. (A fan of the original Japanese version, that is.) As long as you think you child can handle the fighting (which is typical for these kind of shows), this series could end up being a favorite.
5


Posted on 04/25/07 by whovian852 Adult contributor

I thought it was pretty entertaining, even if it was a bit toned down.
5


Posted on 01/16/07 by R.B. Adult contributor
5


Posted on 01/14/07 by Cb872 Adult contributor

Decent show

The show is decent, to say the least, It would have a higher rating but it is a "neutered" version, a classic anime in Japan, it has been destroyed by 4kids, but is a good show, it teaches about following your dream no matter what the odds, and is a brillantly written show (the Japanese version at least).
5

Posted on 08/02/05 by Anonymous Adult contributor

5


Posted on 07/17/05 by Jadie Adult contributor
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Kids Reviews

There are 29 reviews.

5


Posted on 07/28/08 by Bunny15 Kid contributor, age 15

It's awsome

I grew up with One Piece. Everyday, I would always get excited to see it on tv. So much entertainment, action, I can't get off it. I hope they return One Piece back on tv. I miss Usopp!
5


Posted on 06/24/08 by Akagami Kid contributor, age 16
5


Posted on 06/22/08 by Allysapi Kid contributor, age 9

LOVE IT

In the CartoonNetwork version is fine for pretty much 6 and up!
5


Posted on 04/24/08 by nduns Kid contributor, age 17

Best anime in Japan

A quick little tip to all of those who down on this show: Never, NEVER judge a show off a dub by 4kids entertainment. Those guys can't dub shows worth beans and this was the dub that made me despise them! The original is the best and most original thing ever, and for once the animations don't look like they're made by the same person because they're so original and think outside the box! That's something people who down on this for animations alone need to understand. I'm gonna explain the categories now: Violence: Yes, this is a very violent show but the fights are very deep and dramatic, so it makes sense. The blood content is very high, btw. Social behavior: Oh yes, insults are thrown, BUT THEY'RE NOT OBNOXIOUS AND STUPID LIKE 4KIDS HAD THEM! Social interractions are good despite the cursing and insults because the characters don't fight for themselves. They fight for the sake of others and the concept of "Nakama" is highly pushed on us. Alcohol/Drugs: Yes, there is alcohol. There's wine, but that's not bad enough to be editted out, and Sanji smokes 4 cigs a day, not to mention Captain Smoker (Not Chaser) smokes 2 cigars. Educational value: This is one of the only anime shows I really feel tries to teach audiences lessons, one of the big ones is to never give up, a good example being Usopp, who 4kids really screwed over. Here's a message to commonsense, STOP BASING ALL OPINIONS OF ANIME OFF OF THE ENGLISH DUBS! Try watching the original before passing judgement, alright? Same goes for everyone reading this review.
5


Posted on 03/31/08 by neopuppyblew Kid contributor, age 12

Good Show!

Ok, I absolutely love this show, and it is my favorite anime! I like the Funimation version. The 4Kids dub was REALLY bad, but it was better for younger kids, I guess. My younger sister (who is 8) watches this with me, and she understands the show, and loves it too! There is a lot of violence, but there isn't much blood. If you have a problem with this show, just watch something else. But if you haven't watched this show before, you should definitely give it a chance. We love it.
3


Posted on 12/24/07 by Mojo02 Kid contributor, age 11
2


Posted on 11/17/07 by Darkanime Kid contributor, age 12

I have just one quick thing to say...

4kids completely massacres another anime... thanks, 4kids!
2


Posted on 09/21/07 by Napkin Kid contributor, age 11

I'm ashamed to like this...

This show is ok, I guess.
1


Posted on 07/17/07 by Animefan9100 Kid contributor, age 11

Great Japanese show. Horrible American Show.

I will make this two seperate review. The first review will be for the the Japanese version of One Piece. This show is one of the best in the world. I dare call it the 2nd best anime of all-time only beat by Full Metal Alchemist. The show is very funny yet still can be very serious when it needs to. With two master voice actors (Mayumi Tanaka and Kappei Yamaguchi). With great openings and ending I would suggest this to anyone above 12. It has a lot of Violence with blood. There is also a lot of Sake drinking in it. And it does have some sexual jokes now and then. 5/5 stars. Now for the 4kids english dub. For some reason they find it reqired to edit everything just to make it a kids show for children 6-10. It was originally met for ages 13-16. Big difference. Editing is made all over the place and random annoying puns plague the great show. To finish this off I will say Bella Hudson is the worst choice for Luffy possible.
5


Posted on 05/25/07 by creative kid Kid contributor, age 14

Love it!

Sure, One Piece has some drinking in it but it's not like the people are going crazy or anythink and acting like drunk pigs. Of course there's some violence but how could there be a pirate show without it? I mean, kids are watching Pirates of the Carribbean all the time and there's just as much sword fighting and killing in there but it's even more brutal. One Piece is a great show that most anime fans aodre! It's not all "cover the kids eyes!" There's a lot of humor mixed right in. What kid doesn't want to look up to Luffy? He's not only a super-stretchy pirate but also a brave, funny guy who knows how to have a good time! I say, One Piece is a great, entertaining show that deserves good reviews.
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