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Val x Love (2019) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

High schooler Takuma Akutsu has learned to accept his lonely lot in life and is content surrounded by his studies, but when the god Odin taps him to save the world alongside nine Valkyries fueled by intimacy, Takuma can say good-bye to his solitary existence.

TV-MA • 2019 • 1 season

Age
17+

Val x Love is a supernatural harem series that leans heavily into the 'ecchi' genre, characterized by pervasive sexualized imagery, fan service, and frequent compromising situations. The show follows a high schooler tasked with saving the world by deepening intimate relationships with nine Valkyries, a premise that drives consistent suggestive content and light adult themes. Due to its explicit focus on sexual themes, body-focused… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Yuya Hirose
Yuya Hirose
Kaede Hondo
Kaede Hondo
Ai Kakuma
Ai Kakuma
Rina Hidaka
Rina Hidaka
Yumi Hara
Yumi Hara
Ayaka Shimizu
Ayaka Shimizu
Yumi Uchiyama
Yumi Uchiyama
Kotori Koiwai
Kotori Koiwai
Maki Kawase
Maki Kawase
Rikako Aida
Rikako Aida
Daisuke Hirakawa
Daisuke Hirakawa
Mao Ichimichi
Mao Ichimichi
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Is Val x Love appropriate for kids?

Val x Love is a supernatural harem series that leans heavily into the 'ecchi' genre, characterized by pervasive sexualized imagery, fan service, and frequent compromising situations. The show follows a high schooler tasked with saving the world by deepening intimate… Read more — free account

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Substances Intense 8/10
Language Moderate 4/10
Sex/Nudity Intense 10/10
Violence/Gore Intense 10/10
Mature Themes Intense 10/10

Sex and nudity in Val x Love

This series is defined by frequent sexual fan-service, including upskirt shots, accidental groping, revealing outfits, and situations where characters are caught in compromising or near-nude states. The premise itself relies on romantic intimacy as a mechanic, leading to constant flirtatious and suggestive scenarios.

Violence and gore in Val x Love

Action sequences involve supernatural battles against monsters using magical abilities. While combat is frequent and features explosions and physical altercations, it remains standard for action anime and lacks graphic gore or sustained brutality.

Language in Val x Love

The series features occasional mild profanity and suggestive, crude, or double-entendre dialogue related to the romantic situations between the characters.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Val x Love

Occasional instances of social drinking are depicted, including scenes featuring characters under the influence or consuming alcohol at social gatherings.

Mature themes in Val x Love

Themes center on the pressure of maintaining secret identities, the complexities of romantic relationships, and the existential stakes of a supernatural conflict threatening the world.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Val x Love appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Val x Love is best for ages 17+. It's rated TV-MA. Val x Love is a supernatural harem series that leans heavily into the 'ecchi' genre, characterized by pervasive sexualized imagery, fan service, and frequent compromising situations. The show follows a high schooler…

What age rating does Val x Love have?

Val x Love is rated TV-MA. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 17+.

What is Val x Love about?

Val x Love is a supernatural harem series that leans heavily into the 'ecchi' genre, characterized by pervasive sexualized imagery, fan service, and frequent compromising situations. The show follows a high schooler tasked with saving the world by deepening intimate relationships with nine Valkyries, a premise that…

How many seasons does Val x Love have?

Val x Love has 1 season covered in this parent guide. Sign up to see a season-by-season breakdown.

Is there sex or nudity in Val x Love?

Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across Val x Love.

How violent is Val x Love?

Violence isn't a standout concern across Val x Love per our reviewers.

Is the language in Val x Love appropriate for kids?

Strong language isn't flagged across Val x Love.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Val x Love?

Drug, alcohol, and smoking depictions are minimal across Val x Love.

What mature themes appear in Val x Love?

Heavy thematic material isn't a defining feature of Val x Love.

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