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Saint☆Young Men (2013) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Jesus Christ and Gautama Buddha, the founders of Christianity and Buddhism, are living together as roommates in a Tokyo apartment while taking a vacation on Earth. The comedy often involves jokes about Christianity, Buddhism, and all things related, as well as the main characters' attempts to hide their identities and understand modern society in Japan.

Rated NR • 2013 • 1h 30m

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Saint Young Men is a gentle, lighthearted comedy following Jesus and Buddha as they share a quiet apartment in Tokyo while taking a vacation on Earth. The film relies on observational humor about modern Japanese life and playful, respectful nods toward the founders of Christianity and Buddhism. It contains no significant violence, sexual content, or substance use, making it appropriate for a wide audience. Parents should be aware that… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Gen Hoshino
Gen Hoshino
Mirai Moriyama
Mirai Moriyama
Aiko Hibi
Aiko Hibi
Fumihiko Tachiki
Fumihiko Tachiki
Motoko Kumai
Motoko Kumai
Nao Nagasawa
Nao Nagasawa
Reiko Suzuki
Reiko Suzuki
Bin Shimada
Bin Shimada
Eiji Takemoto
Eiji Takemoto
Kanehira Yamamoto
Kanehira Yamamoto
Kimiko Saito
Kimiko Saito
Kumiko Nishihara
Kumiko Nishihara
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Is Saint☆Young Men appropriate for kids?

Saint Young Men is a gentle, lighthearted comedy following Jesus and Buddha as they share a quiet apartment in Tokyo while taking a vacation on Earth. The film relies on observational humor about modern Japanese life and playful, respectful nods toward the founders of… Read more — free account

Content severity in Saint☆Young Men

Sex None 0/10
Violence None 0/10
Language None 0/10
Substances None 0/10
Themes Mild 2/10

What happens in Saint☆Young Men, moment by moment

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Sex and nudity in Saint☆Young Men

None. There is no sexual content, nudity, or suggestive behavior in the film.

Violence and gore in Saint☆Young Men

None. Any instances of physical conflict are comedic or stylized in a mild, non-human, cartoon fashion.

Language in Saint☆Young Men

None. The dialogue is polite and contains no profanity.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Saint☆Young Men

None. There is no depiction of drug use or alcohol consumption.

Mature themes in Saint☆Young Men

The film explores religious figures experiencing modern life. These are presented as fish-out-of-water scenarios and light social commentary that stays respectful and humorous.

Scary moments in Saint☆Young Men

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Saint☆Young Men yet. Because this title is recommended for younger kids, sign up to get community-flagged jump scares, tense scenes, and startling imagery as parents submit them.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Saint☆Young Men appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Saint☆Young Men is best for ages 6+. It's rated NR. Saint Young Men is a gentle, lighthearted comedy following Jesus and Buddha as they share a quiet apartment in Tokyo while taking a vacation on Earth. The film relies on observational humor about modern Japanese life…

What age rating does Saint☆Young Men have?

Saint☆Young Men is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 6+.

What is Saint☆Young Men about?

Saint Young Men is a gentle, lighthearted comedy following Jesus and Buddha as they share a quiet apartment in Tokyo while taking a vacation on Earth. The film relies on observational humor about modern Japanese life and playful, respectful nods toward the founders of Christianity and Buddhism. It contains no…

Is there sex or nudity in Saint☆Young Men?

None. There is no sexual content, nudity, or suggestive behavior in the film.

How violent is Saint☆Young Men?

None. Any instances of physical conflict are comedic or stylized in a mild, non-human, cartoon fashion.

Is the language in Saint☆Young Men appropriate for kids?

None. The dialogue is polite and contains no profanity.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Saint☆Young Men?

None. There is no depiction of drug use or alcohol consumption.

What mature themes appear in Saint☆Young Men?

The film explores religious figures experiencing modern life. These are presented as fish-out-of-water scenarios and light social commentary that stays respectful and humorous.

How long is Saint☆Young Men?

Saint☆Young Men runs 90 minutes, directed by Noriko Takao, released in 2013.

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