Monogatari (2009)

Monogatari parents guide

The thing to know: moderate sex and nudity, more than a TV-14 usually carries. Beyond that, mild language and some violence.

Our estimate: fine from about 16, higher than the TV-14 suggests, because of the sex and nudity.

Scare

Mildly scary

A few tense or eerie moments.

Jump scares

None noted

Gore

Light gore

Some blood or injury, briefly.

Violence

Some violence

Some fighting or peril.

Sex and nudity

Moderate

Moderate means a sex scene or nudity on screen, even brief, or sexual violence that is described or implied but never shown.

Language

Mild

Mild words like damn, hell or crap.

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Three questions

Is Monogatari scary?

Only a little. Monogatari has a few tense moments, nothing that follows you to bed.

How gory is Monogatari?

Light gore and some violence.

What is Monogatari rated, and is it OK for kids?

For teens, mostly: it is rated TV-14, with moderate sex and nudity.

What is Monogatari about?

Koyomi Araragi, a high school student, finds himself constantly encountering girls afflicted by supernatural "oddities." He dedicates himself to helping them, often with the aid of the eccentric specialist Meme Oshino. Each arc talks about a different girl's unique struggle and the mysterious cause of their affliction. The series explores themes of adolescence, personal growth, and the complexities of human relationships. It's known for its witty dialogue, stylistic animation, and unique narrative structure.

Cast and crew

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