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Slam Dunk (1993) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Sakuragi Hanamichi is a junior high punk used to getting into fights and being rejected by girls but upon entering high school he meets the girl of his dreams, Haruko Akagi. He will do anything in order to win her heart including joining the school basketball team that is aiming to conquer the nation lead by Haruko's brother. The problem is that Sakuragi has never played basketball before and a freshman sensation is stealing the spotlight and Haruko's affection from him.

TV-Y7-FV • 1993 • 1 season

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Hanamichi Sakuragi, an entering Shohoku high school freshman, holds a record for being rejected by 50 girls during middle school. His nearly 2 meters height and bright red hair causes most students to write him off as a delinquent. One day, a girl named...

Cast

Takeshi Kusao
Takeshi Kusao
Hikaru Midorikawa
Hikaru Midorikawa
Kiyoyuki Yanada
Kiyoyuki Yanada
Yoku Shioya
Yoku Shioya
Ryotaro Okiayu
Ryotaro Okiayu
Akiko Hiramatsu
Akiko Hiramatsu
Eriko Hara
Eriko Hara
Hideyuki Tanaka
Hideyuki Tanaka
Hisao Egawa
Hisao Egawa
Hochu Otsuka
Hochu Otsuka
Tomomichi Nishimura
Tomomichi Nishimura
Toshiyuki Morikawa
Toshiyuki Morikawa
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Is Slam Dunk appropriate for kids?

Hanamichi Sakuragi, an entering Shohoku high school freshman, holds a record for being rejected by 50 girls during middle school. His nearly 2 meters height and bright red hair causes most students to write him off as a delinquent. One day, a girl named... Read more — free account

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Substances None 0/10
Language Mild 2/10
Sex/Nudity None 0/10
Violence/Gore Intense 8/10
Mature Themes Intense 10/10

Sex and nudity in Slam Dunk

There is no sexual content or nudity present throughout the season. Occasional mild crush-related humor or brief flirtatious jokes are used for comedic effect as characters navigate high school social dynamics. These moments are brief, non-suggestive, and fit within the show's focus on friendship and action-oriented adventures.

Violence and gore in Slam Dunk

Frequent stylized action with fights, chases, weapons, powers, crashes, explosions, and peril. Injuries are non-graphic.

Language in Slam Dunk

No strong language; mild insults, taunts, threats, and urgent action dialogue may occur.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Slam Dunk

The season contains no depictions of illegal substance use or alcohol consumption by the main characters. The dialogue focuses primarily on sports competition, rivalry, and the importance of teamwork. The tone remains lighthearted and appropriate for a young audience, with characters learning lessons about personal responsibility.

Mature themes in Slam Dunk

Mild-to-moderate themes of courage, teamwork, responsibility, loyalty, fear, rivalry, justice, and using power wisely.

Scary moments in Slam Dunk

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Slam Dunk 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 Slam Dunk appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Slam Dunk is best for ages 8+. It's rated TV-Y7-FV. Hanamichi Sakuragi, an entering Shohoku high school freshman, holds a record for being rejected by 50 girls during middle school. His nearly 2 meters height and bright red hair causes most students to write him off as a…

What age rating does Slam Dunk have?

Slam Dunk is rated TV-Y7-FV. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 8+.

What is Slam Dunk about?

Hanamichi Sakuragi, an entering Shohoku high school freshman, holds a record for being rejected by 50 girls during middle school. His nearly 2 meters height and bright red hair causes most students to write him off as a delinquent. One day, a girl named...

How many seasons does Slam Dunk have?

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

Is there sex or nudity in Slam Dunk?

Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across Slam Dunk.

How violent is Slam Dunk?

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

Is the language in Slam Dunk appropriate for kids?

Strong language isn't flagged across Slam Dunk.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Slam Dunk?

Drug, alcohol, and smoking depictions are minimal across Slam Dunk.

What mature themes appear in Slam Dunk?

Heavy thematic material isn't a defining feature of Slam Dunk.

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