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One Piece (1999) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Years ago, the fearsome Pirate King, Gol D. Roger was executed leaving a huge pile of treasure and the famous "One Piece" behind. Whoever claims the "One Piece" will be named the new King of the Pirates. Monkey D. Luffy, a boy who consumed a "Devil Fruit," decides to follow in the footsteps of his idol, the pirate Shanks, and find the One Piece. It helps, of course, that his body has the properties of rubber and that he's surrounded by a bevy of skilled fighters and thieves to help him along the way. Luffy will do anything to get… Sign up for the full guide

TV-14 • 1999 • 5 seasons

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Set in a vibrant world of high-seas adventure, this long-running anime follows a good-natured pirate crew on a quest for treasure. The series earns its TV-14 rating primarily for its frequent and intense, though highly stylized, fantasy violence; while often bloodless, major fights feature stabbings, shootings, brutal beatings, and significant injuries that can be emotionally impactful. Parents should also be aware of moderate language… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Mayumi Tanaka
Mayumi Tanaka
Kazuya Nakai
Kazuya Nakai
Mari Yaguchi
Mari Yaguchi
Akemi Okamura
Akemi Okamura
Kappei Yamaguchi
Kappei Yamaguchi
Hiroaki Hirata
Hiroaki Hirata
Ikue Otani
Ikue Otani
Yuriko Yamaguchi
Yuriko Yamaguchi
Kazuki Yao
Kazuki Yao
Katsuhisa Houki
Katsuhisa Houki
Cho
Cho
Hideyuki Tanaka
Hideyuki Tanaka
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is One Piece appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests One Piece is best for ages 12+. It's rated TV-14. Set in a vibrant world of high-seas adventure, this long-running anime follows a good-natured pirate crew on a quest for treasure. The series earns its TV-14 rating primarily for its frequent and intense, though highly…

What age rating does One Piece have?

One Piece is rated TV-14. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 12+.

What is One Piece about?

Set in a vibrant world of high-seas adventure, this long-running anime follows a good-natured pirate crew on a quest for treasure. The series earns its TV-14 rating primarily for its frequent and intense, though highly stylized, fantasy violence; while often bloodless, major fights feature stabbings, shootings, brutal…

How many seasons does One Piece have?

One Piece has 5 seasons covered in this parent guide. Sign up to see a season-by-season breakdown.

Is there sex or nudity in One Piece?

Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across One Piece.

How violent is One Piece?

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

Is the language in One Piece appropriate for kids?

Strong language isn't flagged across One Piece.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in One Piece?

Drug, alcohol, and smoking depictions are minimal across One Piece.

What mature themes appear in One Piece?

Heavy thematic material isn't a defining feature of One Piece.

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