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Is Arcane safe for your child?
Age guide
14+
We advise Arcane from age 14 and up. Overall risk 7/10 (high risk).
- 13-15
- This animated series features complex storylines and mature themes, including violence and character deaths, which might be intense for some viewers in this age group.
- 16+
- Older teens can appreciate the nuanced political intrigue and character development within the show's world, alongside its stylized action sequences.
Arcane is an animated action-adventure series set in the League of Legends universe, exploring the origins of two iconic champions, Jinx and Vi. It delves into the stark contrast between the opulent city of Piltover and the oppressed underground of Zaun, showcasing themes of class struggle, family, and the corrupting influence of power.
- Age guide
- 14+
- Overall risk
- 7/10
- Violence
- 7/10
- Toxic behaviour
- 6/10
- Stranger contact
- 5/10
- Addiction risk
- 9/10
- Language
- 6/10
- Influence
- 8/10
What parents should know
Arcane is an animated series known for its mature themes, including violence, drug use, and complex emotional content. While visually stunning, its narrative explores difficult subjects that require parental discretion. It is important to discuss the show's themes with older children to ensure they understand the context of its mature elements.
What to do about Arcane
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- The age-by-age verdict
What we advise for under 8, 8-12 and 13+ - our age guide for Arcane is 14+, and the answer changes with your child's age. - The one setting to change tonight
The exact Arcane setting that cuts the most risk, with the steps to find it. - What to say
Word-for-word openers for talking about Arcane without a row. - Red flags to watch for
The signals in Arcane that mean it is time to step in.
Arcane age rating and parents guide: common questions
What age rating is Arcane?
Parentwise puts Arcane at 14+. We advise Arcane from age 14 and up. Overall risk 7/10 (high risk). Violence scores 7/10, language 6/10, stranger contact 5/10 and addiction risk 9/10.
Can a 10 year old watch Arcane?
Not by default: we advise Arcane from 14+, so at 10 it needs your supervision and the settings changed first.
Can a 12 year old watch Arcane?
Not by default: we advise Arcane from 14+, so at 12 it needs your supervision and the settings changed first.
Can a 13 year old watch Arcane?
Not by default: we advise Arcane from 14+, so at 13 it needs your supervision and the settings changed first. This animated series features complex storylines and mature themes, including violence and character deaths, which might be intense for some viewers in this age group.
Is Arcane appropriate for kids?
Arcane is an animated series known for its mature themes, including violence, drug use, and complex emotional content. Parentwise rates Arcane overall as high risk (7/10), with stranger contact at 5/10 and addiction risk at 9/10.
Is Arcane family friendly?
Arcane is one of the higher-risk titles we rate, so treat it as supervised rather than family viewing. While visually stunning, its narrative explores difficult subjects that require parental discretion.
Arcane parents guide: what should a parent know first?
Arcane is an animated series known for its mature themes, including violence, drug use, and complex emotional content. The parts that most often catch parents out are stranger contact (5/10) and how hard it pulls for more time (9/10).
Is Arcane safe for kids?
We advise Arcane from age 14 and up. Overall risk 7/10 (high risk). While visually stunning, its narrative explores difficult subjects that require parental discretion.
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