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Planetes (2003) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

In the year 2075, mankind has reached a point where journeying between Earth, the moon and the space stations is part of daily life. However, the progression of technology in space has also resulted in the problem of the space debris, which can cause excessive and even catastrophic damage to spacecrafts and equipment.

TV-PG • 2003 • 1 season

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In the year 2075, mankind has reached a point where journeying between Earth, the moon and the space stations is part of daily life. However, the progression of technology in space has also resulted in the problem of the space debris, which can cause...

Cast

Kazunari Tanaka
Kazunari Tanaka
Satsuki Yukino
Satsuki Yukino
Takehito Koyasu
Takehito Koyasu
Ai Orikasa
Ai Orikasa
Tetsuo Goto
Tetsuo Goto
Yoshihiro Okada
Yoshihiro Okada
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Is Planetes appropriate for kids?

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Content severity in Planetes Sign up for season-by-season breakdown

Substances None 0/10
Language Moderate 4/10
Sex/Nudity Moderate 4/10
Violence/Gore Intense 8/10
Mature Themes Intense 10/10

Sex and nudity in Planetes

No explicit sexual content or nudity. Crushes, dating, flirting, jealousy, and romantic embarrassment may recur.

Violence and gore in Planetes

Minimal-to-mild violence; slapstick, sports mishaps, pranks, or comic accidents may occur.

Language in Planetes

The season contains no strong profanity or severe expletives. Instead, the dialogue focuses on workplace interactions where characters use mild insults, sarcasm, and frequent teasing to express their frustrations or rivalries. Heated arguments occur between co-workers and rivals, but these remain within the bounds of a TV-PG rating.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Planetes

No prominent substance use; occasional party or older-teen settings may be referenced lightly.

Mature themes in Planetes

Moderate tween/teen themes of friendship, identity, independence, peer pressure, jealousy, popularity, honesty, and responsibility.

Scary moments in Planetes

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Planetes yet. Because this title is recommended for younger kids, sign up to get community-flagged jump scares, tense scenes, and startling imagery as parents submit them.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Planetes appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Planetes is best for ages 10+. It's rated TV-PG. In the year 2075, mankind has reached a point where journeying between Earth, the moon and the space stations is part of daily life. However, the progression of technology in space has also resulted in the problem of…

What age rating does Planetes have?

Planetes is rated TV-PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.

What is Planetes about?

In the year 2075, mankind has reached a point where journeying between Earth, the moon and the space stations is part of daily life. However, the progression of technology in space has also resulted in the problem of the space debris, which can cause...

How many seasons does Planetes have?

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

Is there sex or nudity in Planetes?

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

How violent is Planetes?

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

Is the language in Planetes appropriate for kids?

Strong language isn't flagged across Planetes.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Planetes?

Drug, alcohol, and smoking depictions are minimal across Planetes.

What mature themes appear in Planetes?

Heavy thematic material isn't a defining feature of Planetes.

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