Time of Eve (2008) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?

Name: Time of Eve
Rating: 7.5

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

The future, probably Japan. Robots have long been put into practical use, and androids have just come into use. Influenced by the Robot Ethics Committee, it's become common sense for people to treat androids like household appliances. Their appearance – indistinguishable from humans except for the ring over each android's head – has led some people to empathize unnecessarily with androids. Known as "android-holics", such people have become a social problem. Rikuo, a high school student, has been taught from childhood that androids… Sign up for the full guide

NR • 2008 • 1 season

7.5

Average rating by Bontent members

Age

12+

Time of Eve is a thoughtful, philosophical anime that explores prejudice and the definition of humanity in a world with lifelike androids. While not officially rated, its mature and complex themes make it best suited for teens and adults. The primary content concerns are thematic, focusing on discrimination and exploring what it means to be human. Parents should also be aware of some mild sexual innuendo, including dialogue about… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Jun Fukuyama

Kenji Nojima

Yuko Sanpei

Rie Tanaka

Rina Sato

Yukana

Michio Nakao

Miki Ito

Motomu Kiyokawa

Miyuki Sawashiro

Tomokazu Sugita

Mitsuki Saiga

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Is Time of Eve appropriate for kids?

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Substances Mild 2/10

Language None 0/10

Sex/Nudity Moderate 4/10

Violence/Gore Mild 2/10

Mature Themes Intense 10/10

Sex and nudity in Time of Eve

Sexual content is limited to verbal references of 'sexaroids' and implied prostitution regarding certain android models. There are no explicit scenes or nudity. One instance involves a woman pressing a man's arm into her breasts.

Violence and gore in Time of Eve

Violence is minimal and non-graphic. Robots are occasionally seen being deactivated or 'destroyed' in a non-bloody manner, often implying damage rather than outright destruction. There is some light slapstick violence.

Language in Time of Eve

Profanity is absent from the series. Dialogue is primarily focused on philosophical discussions and character interactions.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Time of Eve

Alcohol use is present with characters occasionally seen drinking in the café, but it is not central to the plot and is depicted casually.

Mature themes in Time of Eve

The series deeply explores themes of identity, discrimination, humanity, and artificial intelligence. Characters grapple with societal prejudices against androids and the blurring lines between human and machine. Emotional moments include abandonment and loss, particularly related to androids being decommissioned or losing their memories.

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Is Time of Eve appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Time of Eve is best for ages 12+. It's rated NR. Time of Eve is a thoughtful, philosophical anime that explores prejudice and the definition of humanity in a world with lifelike androids. While not officially rated, its mature and complex themes make it best suited…

What age rating does Time of Eve have?

Time of Eve is rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 12+.

What is Time of Eve about?

How many seasons does Time of Eve have?

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

Is there sex or nudity in Time of Eve?

Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across Time of Eve.

How violent is Time of Eve?

Violence isn't a standout concern across Time of Eve per our reviewers.

Is the language in Time of Eve appropriate for kids?

Strong language isn't flagged across Time of Eve.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Time of Eve?