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Axe Cop (2013) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Axe Cop is an animated series based on the webcomic of the same name. It premiered on Fox on July 21, 2013, as a part of the channel's Animation Domination HD programming block. The series aired 6 11-minute episodes in its first season, which will later expand to half-hour episodes should the show be renewed for a second season.

TV-MA • 2013 • 2 seasons

7.3
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Age
17+

Based on a webcomic famously written by a five-year-old, Axe Cop's TV-MA rating is solely due to pervasive and graphically animated violence. Despite its childish logic and premise, the series is filled with relentless, over-the-top bloodshed, decapitations, and monstrous mayhem in every episode. Other mature content like sexual themes, profanity, and substance use is entirely absent. The tone is consistently absurd, surreal, and… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Ken Marino
Ken Marino
Nick Offerman
Nick Offerman
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Is Axe Cop appropriate for kids?

Based on a webcomic famously written by a five-year-old, Axe Cop's TV-MA rating is solely due to pervasive and graphically animated violence. Despite its childish logic and premise, the series is filled with relentless, over-the-top bloodshed, decapitations, and monstrous mayhem… Read more — free account

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Substances Mild 2/10
Language Intense 8/10
Sex/Nudity Moderate 4/10
Violence/Gore Intense 10/10
Mature Themes Intense 10/10

Sex and nudity in Axe Cop

Sexual content is mild and primarily involves innuendo, crude humor, and bizarre concepts rather than explicit depictions. Jokes about reproductive organs or bizarre relationships are present, such as in the episode where Axe Cop must find an 'ultimate mate'.

Violence and gore in Axe Cop

Severe. Violence is the show's most prominent feature, characterized by frequent, exaggerated, and often bloody dismemberment, decapitations, and brutal combat. While highly stylized and cartoonish, characters are regularly chopped, shot, and impaled, with blood frequently depicted. This includes Axe Cop using his axe to split enemies, often resulting in absurd deaths. Despite the cartoonish nature, the sheer volume and severity of the depictions warrant a high rating.

Language in Axe Cop

Mild. There is infrequent use of mild profanity such as "damn" and "hell." Dialogue primarily consists of absurd, childlike declarations rather than strong language.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Axe Cop

Substance use is light. Characters are occasionally seen with drinks that appear to be alcoholic, but intoxication is rarely depicted seriously. There are no prominent drug use plotlines.

Mature themes in Axe Cop

Strong. Themes include sudden, unexpected death of characters, often played for dark comedy, and various fantastical existential threats to the planet. The show frequently explores concepts through a child's unfiltered lens, leading to themes of arbitrary power, bizarre morality, and consequences that are often disproportionate or nonsensical yet taken seriously by the characters. The death of Axe Cop's parents in an off-screen, violent manner is a recurring plot point, shaping his character.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Axe Cop appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Axe Cop is best for ages 17+. It's rated TV-MA. Based on a webcomic famously written by a five-year-old, Axe Cop's TV-MA rating is solely due to pervasive and graphically animated violence. Despite its childish logic and premise, the series is filled with relentless…

What age rating does Axe Cop have?

Axe Cop is rated TV-MA. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 17+.

What is Axe Cop about?

Based on a webcomic famously written by a five-year-old, Axe Cop's TV-MA rating is solely due to pervasive and graphically animated violence. Despite its childish logic and premise, the series is filled with relentless, over-the-top bloodshed, decapitations, and monstrous mayhem in every episode. Other mature content…

How many seasons does Axe Cop have?

Axe Cop has 2 seasons covered in this parent guide. Sign up to see a season-by-season breakdown.

Is there sex or nudity in Axe Cop?

Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across Axe Cop.

How violent is Axe Cop?

Violence isn't a standout concern across Axe Cop per our reviewers.

Is the language in Axe Cop appropriate for kids?

Strong language isn't flagged across Axe Cop.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Axe Cop?

Drug, alcohol, and smoking depictions are minimal across Axe Cop.

What mature themes appear in Axe Cop?

Heavy thematic material isn't a defining feature of Axe Cop.

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