Attack on Titan (2013) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?

Name: Attack on Titan
Rating: 8.7

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

100 years ago, the last remnants of humanity were forced to retreat behind the towering walls of a fortified city to escape the massive, man-eating Titans that roamed the land outside their fortress. Only the members of the Scouting Legion dared to stray beyond the safety of the walls – but even those brave warriors seldom returned alive. Those within the city clung to the illusion of a peaceful existence until the day that dream was shattered, and their slim chance at survival was reduced to one horrifying choice: kill – or be… Sign up for the full guide

TV-MA • 2013 • 4 seasons

8.7

5K+

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Age

17+

Set in a brutal, post-apocalyptic world, Attack on Titan follows humanity's desperate war against giant, man-eating monsters. The series earns its TV-MA rating primarily for its pervasive and extremely graphic violence; scenes of characters being bitten in half, dismembered, crushed, and devoured by Titans are frequent and depicted with visceral gore and splattering blood. Beyond the physical horror, the show is relentlessly intense… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Marina Inoue

Hiro Shimono

Yuki Kaji

Natsuki Hanae

Ayane Sakura

Kisho Taniyama

Yui Ishikawa

Yoshimasa Hosoya

Takehito Koyasu

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Is Attack on Titan appropriate for kids?

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Substances Intense 8/10

Language Strong 6/10

Sex/Nudity Mild 2/10

Violence/Gore Intense 10/10

Mature Themes Intense 10/10

Sex and nudity in Attack on Titan

Sexual content is minimal. There are no explicit scenes or nudity. Some brief, implied romantic tension occurs between characters, primarily through dialogue or longing looks. A male character briefly gropes another male character who is disguised as a woman, which is uncomfortable but not sexually graphic.

Violence and gore in Attack on Titan

Extreme and graphic violence is pervasive throughout the season. This includes frequent dismemberment, decapitation, crushing, and impalement of both humans and Titans, often with generous blood spray and gore. Child soldiers are actively involved in brutal combat, and many die violently. Scenes depict mass casualties, civilian collateral damage, and horrific injuries. Suicide by impalement or explosion occurs. A character has their arms ripped off, and another is bisected. Children are seen turning into Titans…

Language in Attack on Titan

Frequent use of strong profanity, including 'f**k,' 'sh*t,' 'bitch,' 'asshole,' and 'damn.' Characters use expletives in moments of stress, anger, or frustration, particularly during intense battle sequences or heated arguments about political and existential dilemmas. Racial slurs are used by some characters to denigrate Eldians, such as 'devil' or 'pigs.'

Mature themes in Attack on Titan

This season deeply explores themes of war, genocide, racial prejudice, inherited trauma, and the morality of extreme actions for perceived survival. Characters grapple with nationalistic propaganda, cycles of revenge, and the burden of historical atrocities. The narrative presents characters on both sides of the conflict who are victims and perpetrators, blurring lines of good and evil. Themes of destiny, free will, self-sacrifice, and the definition of humanity are central to the plot, depicting profound…

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Is Attack on Titan appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Attack on Titan is best for ages 17+. It's rated TV-MA. Set in a brutal, post-apocalyptic world, Attack on Titan follows humanity's desperate war against giant, man-eating monsters. The series earns its TV-MA rating primarily for its pervasive and extremely graphic violence…

What age rating does Attack on Titan have?

Attack on Titan is rated TV-MA. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 17+.

What is Attack on Titan about?

How many seasons does Attack on Titan have?

Attack on Titan has 4 seasons covered in this parent guide. Sign up to see a season-by-season breakdown.

Is there sex or nudity in Attack on Titan?

Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across Attack on Titan.

How violent is Attack on Titan?

Violence isn't a standout concern across Attack on Titan per our reviewers.

Is the language in Attack on Titan appropriate for kids?

Strong language isn't flagged across Attack on Titan.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Attack on Titan?