High School of the Dead (2010) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
A small group of students at Fujimi High are fighting for their lives after surviving a zombie outbreak. It is up to Takashi to unite the survivors and escape the horrors that surround them. In this new world of the living dead...will they escape?
TV-MA • 2010 • 1 season
High School of the Dead is an intense, mature-rated anime that follows a group of high school students surviving a zombie apocalypse. The series earns its TV-MA rating primarily for severe, graphic violence and pervasive sexual content. Violence is constant and gory, featuring bloody zombie killings with various weapons, dismemberment, and intense life-or-death struggles. The show is equally defined by its strong and frequent sexual… Sign up for the full guide
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Is High School of the Dead appropriate for kids?
High School of the Dead is an intense, mature-rated anime that follows a group of high school students surviving a zombie apocalypse. The series earns its TV-MA rating primarily for severe, graphic violence and pervasive sexual content. Violence is constant and gory, featuring… Read more — free account
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Sex and nudity in High School of the Dead
Sexual content is pervasive and plays a significant role in the series' fan service. This includes exaggerated female anatomy, frequent bounce physics, revealing clothing, upskirt shots, and partial nudity (often censored) during bathing or changing scenes. There are instances of sexual harassment, such as a male character groping a female student to 'comfort' her.
Violence and gore in High School of the Dead
Graphic violence is central to the series. Characters engage in brutal combat against fast-moving zombies, resulting in abundant gore, including dismemberment, headshots, and blood splatters. Violence against humans also occurs, including shootings and stabbings among survivors.
Language in High School of the Dead
Profanity is frequent, with characters using expletives like "f**k," "sh*t," and "bitch" throughout the episodes, especially during stressful or violent encounters.
Mature themes in High School of the Dead
Key themes include survival, loss, trauma, and the breakdown of society. Characters grapple with the sudden loss of loved ones, the moral ambiguity of killing both zombies and hostile humans, and the psychological toll of living in a post-apocalyptic world. Some mild themes of sexual objectification are also present due to the nature of the fan service.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is High School of the Dead appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests High School of the Dead is best for ages 17+. It's rated TV-MA. High School of the Dead is an intense, mature-rated anime that follows a group of high school students surviving a zombie apocalypse. The series earns its TV-MA rating primarily for severe, graphic violence and…
What age rating does High School of the Dead have?
High School of the Dead is rated TV-MA. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 17+.
What is High School of the Dead about?
High School of the Dead is an intense, mature-rated anime that follows a group of high school students surviving a zombie apocalypse. The series earns its TV-MA rating primarily for severe, graphic violence and pervasive sexual content. Violence is constant and gory, featuring bloody zombie killings with various…
How many seasons does High School of the Dead have?
High School of the Dead has 1 season covered in this parent guide. Sign up to see a season-by-season breakdown.
Is there sex or nudity in High School of the Dead?
Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across High School of the Dead.
How violent is High School of the Dead?
Violence isn't a standout concern across High School of the Dead per our reviewers.
Is the language in High School of the Dead appropriate for kids?
Strong language isn't flagged across High School of the Dead.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in High School of the Dead?
Drug, alcohol, and smoking depictions are minimal across High School of the Dead.
What mature themes appear in High School of the Dead?
Heavy thematic material isn't a defining feature of High School of the Dead.
Where can I read the full High School of the Dead parent guide?
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