Revue Starlight (2018) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?

Name: Revue Starlight
Rating: 8.0

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Starlight is a play loved throughout the world. Karen and Hikari make a promise with each other when they're young that one day they'll stand on that stage together. Time passes, and now the girls are 16 years old. Karen is very enthusiastic about the lessons she takes every day, holding her promise close to her heart. Hikari has transferred schools and is now away from Karen. But the cogs of fate turn, and the two are destined to meet again. The girls and other Stage Girls will compete in a mysterious audition process to gain… Sign up for the full guide

TV-14 • 2018 • 1 season

8.0

Average rating by Bontent members

Age

13+

Revue Starlight follows a group of students at an elite performing arts academy who compete in surreal, underground musical duels to become the 'Top Star.' The series earns its TV-PG rating primarily for its stylized, theatrical violence and mature thematic content. While battles involve swords and other weapons, they are entirely bloodless and symbolic, ending when a piece of a costume is cut off. Key content for parents to be aware… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Momoyo Koyama

Suzuko Mimori

Maho Tomita

Hinata Sato

Haruki Iwata

Aina Aiba

Moeka Koizumi

Teru Ikuta

Ayasa Ito

Kenjiro Tsuda

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Is Revue Starlight appropriate for kids?

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Substances None 0/10

Language Mild 2/10

Sex/Nudity Strong 6/10

Violence/Gore Intense 10/10

Mature Themes Intense 10/10

Sex and nudity in Revue Starlight

Some romantic subtext exists between female characters, including crushes and strong emotional attachment. Brief, non-sexual partial nudity is seen during magical transformation sequences and in communal bath scenes, with no sensitive details shown.

Violence and gore in Revue Starlight

Violence is frequent but highly stylized and theatrical. Characters fight in 'Revues' using swords, spears, and other weapons. Hits are shown, but there is no blood or graphic injury; defeat is symbolized by a cape or pin being cut off. Some scenes are intense, featuring dramatic falls and peril.

Language in Revue Starlight

Language is very mild and infrequent. Occasional use of words like 'damn' may be heard, but there is no strong profanity.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Revue Starlight

Substance use is entirely absent from this season. There are no depictions of alcohol, tobacco, or drugs.

Mature themes in Revue Starlight

The series delves into mature emotional themes, including intense ambition, professional jealousy, obsession, fear of mediocrity, and despair. One character's arc involves being trapped in a time loop to prevent friends from losing their 'shine,' touching on themes of loss and hopelessness.

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Is Revue Starlight appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Revue Starlight is best for ages 13+. It's rated TV-14. Revue Starlight follows a group of students at an elite performing arts academy who compete in surreal, underground musical duels to become the 'Top Star.' The series earns its TV-PG rating primarily for its stylized…

What age rating does Revue Starlight have?

Revue Starlight is rated TV-14. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.

What is Revue Starlight about?

How many seasons does Revue Starlight have?

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

Is there sex or nudity in Revue Starlight?

Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across Revue Starlight.

How violent is Revue Starlight?

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

Is the language in Revue Starlight appropriate for kids?

Strong language isn't flagged across Revue Starlight.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Revue Starlight?