Bokurano (2007) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

During a summer camp, 15 children, 8 males and 7 females, find a grotto by the sea. Deep within they discover working computers and some electronic equipment, and later the owner, a man called Kokopelli. Kokopelli claimed to be a programmer working on a brand new game, in which a large robot has to defend the Earth against fifteen alien invasions. He persuades the children to test the game and sign a contract. All but one of them signs; barely a moment later they mysteriously awaken on the shore believing what happened was just a… Sign up for the full guide

TV-MA • 2007 • 1 season

Age

17+

Bokurano is a dark psychological science-fiction series centered on a group of children who realize that piloting a giant mecha to defend the Earth against alien invaders comes at the cost of their own lives. Its TV-MA rating is driven by themes of existential dread, trauma, and the inevitable death of children. While it avoids graphic sexual content, it includes disturbing portrayals of emotional abuse and sexual exploitation… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Junko Minagawa

Akira Ishida

Naomi Shindo

Yuko Sanpei

Kana Asumi

Shinji Kawada

Mamiko Noto

Kenji Nojima

Shintaro Asanuma

Yui Makino

Tomokazu Sugita

Daisuke Sakaguchi

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Is Bokurano appropriate for kids?

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Substances Mild 2/10

Language Intense 8/10

Sex/Nudity Intense 10/10

Violence/Gore Intense 10/10

Mature Themes Intense 10/10

Sex and nudity in Bokurano

Sexual content is limited but disturbing, specifically concerning a storyline involving the grooming and sexual exploitation of a minor by an adult authority figure. There is no nudity or graphic sexual activity shown.

Violence and gore in Bokurano

Violence is intense and frequent, involving giant robots destroying cities and killing civilians. While much of the combat is stylized mecha warfare, the consequences are severe and often include the deaths of major characters; injuries and deaths are portrayed with significant emotional weight.

Language in Bokurano

The series contains strong language, including the frequent use of aggressive insults, swearing, and occasionally derogatory terms during moments of extreme emotional distress and conflict.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Bokurano

Mild substance use is present throughout the series, typically involving background scenes of adult characters drinking alcohol in social settings or at home. There is no focus on drug abuse or addiction.

Mature themes in Bokurano

The series is built upon mature, heavy themes including death, grief, parental abandonment, child abuse, and the psychological burden of impending terminal sacrifice. Characters frequently grapple with hopelessness, the trauma of their situation, and societal breakdown.

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Is Bokurano appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Bokurano is best for ages 17+. It's rated TV-MA. Bokurano is a dark psychological science-fiction series centered on a group of children who realize that piloting a giant mecha to defend the Earth against alien invaders comes at the cost of their own lives. Its TV-MA…

What age rating does Bokurano have?

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

What is Bokurano about?

How many seasons does Bokurano have?

Bokurano has 1 season covered in this parent guide. Sign up to see a season-by-season breakdown.

Is there sex or nudity in Bokurano?

Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across Bokurano.

How violent is Bokurano?

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

Is the language in Bokurano appropriate for kids?

Strong language isn't flagged across Bokurano.

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