The House on the Slope (2019) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Yamazaki Risako lives with her husband Yoichiro and 3-year-old daughter Fumika. One day, she receives a notification from the court that she has been selected as an alternate member of the jury for a shocking criminal case. The defendant in the case is Ando Mizuho, a full-time housewife who is the same age as Risako. She is on trial for causing the death of her 8-month-old daughter by dropping her into the bathtub. As a mother herself, Risako feels repulsed that Mizuho killed her own child. However, after the trial opens, Mizuho’s… Sign up for the full guide
TV-MA • 2019 • 1 season
The House on the Slope is a Japanese psychological drama centered on the trial of a mother accused of murdering her own infant. The series explores the heavy, often isolating pressures of motherhood, marital friction, and the psychological unraveling of the juror observing the case. Parents should be aware that the show deals with intense, mature themes including infant death, postpartum depression, emotional abuse, and toxic family… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The House on the Slope appropriate for kids?
The House on the Slope is a Japanese psychological drama centered on the trial of a mother accused of murdering her own infant. The series explores the heavy, often isolating pressures of motherhood, marital friction, and the psychological unraveling of the juror observing the… Read more — free account
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Sex and nudity in The House on the Slope
There is no sexual content in this series. The narrative focus remains strictly on the legal proceedings, domestic tension, and the psychological burden of the characters.
Violence and gore in The House on the Slope
The series focuses on the aftermath of an infanticide; while not graphic, the gravity of the child's death is a constant, distressing element.
Language in The House on the Slope
Language is generally moderate, consisting of verbal arguments and hostile exchanges between spouses.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The House on the Slope
Occasional scenes feature characters drinking wine or beer at dinner to cope with stress or social pressure.
Mature themes in The House on the Slope
Themes are intense and persistent, focusing on postpartum depression, societal judgment of mothers, gaslighting, emotional abuse, and the profound trauma of child loss.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The House on the Slope appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The House on the Slope is best for ages 17+. It's rated TV-MA. The House on the Slope is a Japanese psychological drama centered on the trial of a mother accused of murdering her own infant. The series explores the heavy, often isolating pressures of motherhood, marital friction…
What age rating does The House on the Slope have?
The House on the Slope is rated TV-MA. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 17+.
What is The House on the Slope about?
The House on the Slope is a Japanese psychological drama centered on the trial of a mother accused of murdering her own infant. The series explores the heavy, often isolating pressures of motherhood, marital friction, and the psychological unraveling of the juror observing the case. Parents should be aware that the…
How many seasons does The House on the Slope have?
The House on the Slope has 1 season covered in this parent guide. Sign up to see a season-by-season breakdown.
Is there sex or nudity in The House on the Slope?
Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across The House on the Slope.
How violent is The House on the Slope?
Violence isn't a standout concern across The House on the Slope per our reviewers.
Is the language in The House on the Slope appropriate for kids?
Strong language isn't flagged across The House on the Slope.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The House on the Slope?
Drug, alcohol, and smoking depictions are minimal across The House on the Slope.
What mature themes appear in The House on the Slope?
Heavy thematic material isn't a defining feature of The House on the Slope.
Where can I read the full The House on the Slope parent guide?
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