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Detective Conan: Private Eye in the Distant Sea (2013) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

It’s a high-stakes mystery on the high seas! Enjoying a free prize cruise on a military ship, Conan and his friends find their relaxation interrupted by the threat of possible explosives on board! It’s a race against time to find the culprit and save the ship — and potentially the whole country!

Rated PG-13 • 2013 • 1h 50m

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Detective Conan: Private Eye in the Distant Sea is an anime mystery centered on a high-stakes espionage plot aboard a Japanese military destroyer. The film earns its PG-13 rating primarily through moderate action violence, including gunplay, combat sequences, and the discovery of a human body. Parents should be aware of themes involving corporate and international espionage, betrayal, and peril involving young characters. While the… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Minami Takayama
Minami Takayama
Kappei Yamaguchi
Kappei Yamaguchi
Wakana Yamazaki
Wakana Yamazaki
Rikiya Koyama
Rikiya Koyama
Megumi Hayashibara
Megumi Hayashibara
Kenichi Ogata
Kenichi Ogata
Yukiko Iwai
Yukiko Iwai
Wataru Takagi
Wataru Takagi
Ikue Otani
Ikue Otani
Naoko Matsui
Naoko Matsui
Ryo Horikawa
Ryo Horikawa
Yuko Miyamura
Yuko Miyamura
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Is Detective Conan: Private Eye in the Distant Sea appropriate for kids?

Detective Conan: Private Eye in the Distant Sea is an anime mystery centered on a high-stakes espionage plot aboard a Japanese military destroyer. The film earns its PG-13 rating primarily through moderate action violence, including gunplay, combat sequences, and the discovery… Read more — free account

Content severity in Detective Conan: Private Eye in the Distant Sea

Sex None 0/10
Violence Strong 6/10
Language Mild 2/10
Substances None 0/10
Themes Moderate 4/10

What happens in Detective Conan: Private Eye in the Distant Sea, moment by moment

  1. 0:25 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
  2. 0:32 💬 Language 2/10
  3. 0:45 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
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Sex and nudity in Detective Conan: Private Eye in the Distant Sea

None. There is no sexual content or nudity in this film.

Violence and gore in Detective Conan: Private Eye in the Distant Sea

Moderate. The film contains several action scenes, including a character being shot, a physical fight involving a hostage, and the discovery of a severed arm recovered from a ship's plumbing system. Characters are threatened with weapons and some non-fatal injuries occur, such as a gunshot wound to the arm.

Language in Detective Conan: Private Eye in the Distant Sea

Mild. The script contains occasional mild profanity and standard harsh language typical of an action-oriented thriller, though nothing pervasive or explicit.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Detective Conan: Private Eye in the Distant Sea

None. No illicit drugs, alcohol abuse, or smoking are depicted.

Mature themes in Detective Conan: Private Eye in the Distant Sea

Moderate. The film focuses on themes of national security, espionage, murder, and the loss of life, which may be complex for younger children. The emotional weight of the investigation and the danger posed to various characters add to the serious tone.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Detective Conan: Private Eye in the Distant Sea appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Detective Conan: Private Eye in the Distant Sea is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. Detective Conan: Private Eye in the Distant Sea is an anime mystery centered on a high-stakes espionage plot aboard a Japanese military destroyer. The film earns its PG-13 rating primarily through moderate action…

What age rating does Detective Conan: Private Eye in the Distant Sea have?

Detective Conan: Private Eye in the Distant Sea is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.

What is Detective Conan: Private Eye in the Distant Sea about?

Detective Conan: Private Eye in the Distant Sea is an anime mystery centered on a high-stakes espionage plot aboard a Japanese military destroyer. The film earns its PG-13 rating primarily through moderate action violence, including gunplay, combat sequences, and the discovery of a human body. Parents should be aware…

Is there sex or nudity in Detective Conan: Private Eye in the Distant Sea?

None. There is no sexual content or nudity in this film.

How violent is Detective Conan: Private Eye in the Distant Sea?

Moderate. The film contains several action scenes, including a character being shot, a physical fight involving a hostage, and the discovery of a severed arm recovered from a ship's plumbing system. Characters are threatened with weapons and some non-fatal…

Is the language in Detective Conan: Private Eye in the Distant Sea appropriate for kids?

Mild. The script contains occasional mild profanity and standard harsh language typical of an action-oriented thriller, though nothing pervasive or explicit.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Detective Conan: Private Eye in the Distant Sea?

None. No illicit drugs, alcohol abuse, or smoking are depicted.

What mature themes appear in Detective Conan: Private Eye in the Distant Sea?

Moderate. The film focuses on themes of national security, espionage, murder, and the loss of life, which may be complex for younger children. The emotional weight of the investigation and the danger posed to various characters add to the serious tone.

How long is Detective Conan: Private Eye in the Distant Sea?

Detective Conan: Private Eye in the Distant Sea runs 110 minutes, directed by Kobun Shizuno, released in 2013.

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