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A Place Further than the Universe (2018) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Scenery that we have never seen. Sounds that we have never heard. Scent that we have never smelled. Food that we have never tasted. And the surge of emotion that we have never experienced. This is the expedition of recollecting the pieces torn apart and sensation left alone. When we reach that place, what will we think? Howling, 40 degree angle. Raging, 50 degree angle. Shouting, 60 degree angle. A wilderness beyond the heavy sea. The furthest south, far from civilization. At the top of the Earth. We will find lights through the… Sign up for the full guide

TV-14 • 2018 • 1 season

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A Place Further than the Universe is an inspiring and emotional anime series about four high school girls who embark on an unlikely expedition to Antarctica. While largely positive, the series earned its teen-focused ratings primarily due to its central theme of processing profound grief, as one girl searches for answers about her mother who disappeared on a previous expedition. Other content is mild: language includes occasional use… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Inori Minase
Inori Minase
Kana Hanazawa
Kana Hanazawa
Yuka Iguchi
Yuka Iguchi
Saori Hayami
Saori Hayami
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Is A Place Further than the Universe appropriate for kids?

A Place Further than the Universe is an inspiring and emotional anime series about four high school girls who embark on an unlikely expedition to Antarctica. While largely positive, the series earned its teen-focused ratings primarily due to its central theme of processing… Read more — free account

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Substances Mild 2/10
Language Moderate 4/10
Sex/Nudity Moderate 4/10
Violence/Gore None 0/10
Mature Themes Intense 10/10

Sex and nudity in A Place Further than the Universe

Mild innuendo occurs infrequently, primarily for comedic effect. One scene shows a teen girl briefly attempting to enhance her bust to attract attention. A bathing scene shows the bare shoulders and backs of girls, with no sensitive details shown. An adult woman makes a suggestive comment about the age of the girls during a social gathering.

Violence and gore in A Place Further than the Universe

Violence is absent in this season. There are occasional moments of slapstick comedy, such as a character being lightly flicked or hit on the head, which is purely for humor and non-injurious.

Language in A Place Further than the Universe

Mild coarse language, such as 'damn,' 'hell,' 'piss,' and 'crap,' appears infrequently in the English subtitles. Characters occasionally use mild exclamations in frustration.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in A Place Further than the Universe

Alcohol is occasionally consumed by adult characters in social settings. Some dialogue briefly refers to teenage girls' desire to drink when they are older. One scene shows an adult woman briefly intoxicated.

Mature themes in A Place Further than the Universe

The primary theme is coping with grief, particularly Shirase's long-standing pain over her mother's disappearance in Antarctica. Other themes include the complexities of friendship, jealousy, and the struggle for self-discovery and pursuing dreams. Emotional intensity builds as characters confront their past traumas and insecurities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is A Place Further than the Universe appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests A Place Further than the Universe is best for ages 13+. It's rated TV-14. A Place Further than the Universe is an inspiring and emotional anime series about four high school girls who embark on an unlikely expedition to Antarctica. While largely positive, the series earned its teen-focused…

What age rating does A Place Further than the Universe have?

A Place Further than the Universe is rated TV-14. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.

What is A Place Further than the Universe about?

A Place Further than the Universe is an inspiring and emotional anime series about four high school girls who embark on an unlikely expedition to Antarctica. While largely positive, the series earned its teen-focused ratings primarily due to its central theme of processing profound grief, as one girl searches for…

How many seasons does A Place Further than the Universe have?

A Place Further than the Universe has 1 season covered in this parent guide. Sign up to see a season-by-season breakdown.

Is there sex or nudity in A Place Further than the Universe?

Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across A Place Further than the Universe.

How violent is A Place Further than the Universe?

Violence isn't a standout concern across A Place Further than the Universe per our reviewers.

Is the language in A Place Further than the Universe appropriate for kids?

Strong language isn't flagged across A Place Further than the Universe.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in A Place Further than the Universe?

Drug, alcohol, and smoking depictions are minimal across A Place Further than the Universe.

What mature themes appear in A Place Further than the Universe?

Heavy thematic material isn't a defining feature of A Place Further than the Universe.

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