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Tokyo Swindlers (2024) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

A team of swindlers gets wind of prime real estate worth 10 billion yen and will stop at nothing to pull off their most ambitious scam yet.

TV-MA • 2024 • 1 season

6.8
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Age
17+

This Japanese crime thriller follows a team of con artists attempting a massive real estate scam, but the high-stakes plot quickly descends into brutal territory. The series earns its TV-MA rating with intense and graphic content that is strictly for mature audiences. Parents must know that the show features strong, bloody violence, including shootings, stabbings, and a graphic scene of torture with a nail gun. It also contains a… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Go Ayano
Go Ayano
Etsushi Toyokawa
Etsushi Toyokawa
Kazuki Kitamura
Kazuki Kitamura
Eiko Koike
Eiko Koike
Pierre Taki
Pierre Taki
Shota Sometani
Shota Sometani
Takayuki Yamada
Takayuki Yamada
Izumi Matsuoka
Izumi Matsuoka
Koji Yamamoto
Koji Yamamoto
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Is Tokyo Swindlers appropriate for kids?

This Japanese crime thriller follows a team of con artists attempting a massive real estate scam, but the high-stakes plot quickly descends into brutal territory. The series earns its TV-MA rating with intense and graphic content that is strictly for mature audiences. Parents… Read more — free account

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Substances Intense 8/10
Language Intense 10/10
Sex/Nudity Strong 6/10
Violence/Gore Intense 10/10
Mature Themes Intense 10/10

Sex and nudity in Tokyo Swindlers

Sexual content is mild, primarily implied or situational. Host clubs are featured, where women are seen interacting closely with male clients, suggesting romantic or sexual services, but nothing explicit is shown. There are discussions about 'hostess bars' and implied relationships without explicit details.

Violence and gore in Tokyo Swindlers

Violence is moderate. The most significant instance occurs when a character is pushed in front of a moving train, shown on-screen with splattering blood, and another character is physically assaulted and threatened with a knife. Other instances include minor scuffles and implied threats of violence.

Language in Tokyo Swindlers

Frequent use of strong profanity, including 'f**k,' 'sh*t,' and 'a**hole,' is heard throughout the season, often in moments of tension or anger, particularly from characters in the criminal underworld and frustrated detectives.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Tokyo Swindlers

Alcohol use is present with characters frequently shown drinking sake, beer, or cocktails in social settings, such as restaurants and host clubs. There are no depictions of illegal drug use or substance abuse driving the plot.

Mature themes in Tokyo Swindlers

Strong themes of crime, deception, and manipulation are central to the plot as characters engage in complex real estate scams. The season also explores themes of corruption, greed, and despair, particularly through Takumi's tragic past and the struggles of vulnerable individuals exploited by the swindlers. Themes of revenge and justice are also present.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tokyo Swindlers appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Tokyo Swindlers is best for ages 17+. It's rated TV-MA. This Japanese crime thriller follows a team of con artists attempting a massive real estate scam, but the high-stakes plot quickly descends into brutal territory. The series earns its TV-MA rating with intense and…

What age rating does Tokyo Swindlers have?

Tokyo Swindlers is rated TV-MA. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 17+.

What is Tokyo Swindlers about?

This Japanese crime thriller follows a team of con artists attempting a massive real estate scam, but the high-stakes plot quickly descends into brutal territory. The series earns its TV-MA rating with intense and graphic content that is strictly for mature audiences. Parents must know that the show features strong…

How many seasons does Tokyo Swindlers have?

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

Is there sex or nudity in Tokyo Swindlers?

Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across Tokyo Swindlers.

How violent is Tokyo Swindlers?

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

Is the language in Tokyo Swindlers appropriate for kids?

Strong language isn't flagged across Tokyo Swindlers.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Tokyo Swindlers?

Drug, alcohol, and smoking depictions are minimal across Tokyo Swindlers.

What mature themes appear in Tokyo Swindlers?

Heavy thematic material isn't a defining feature of Tokyo Swindlers.

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