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Detective Conan: The Phantom of Baker Street

2002

Noah's Ark, the latest innovation in VR technology, is set for a showcase to Japan's privileged children. However, their carefree fun is cut short when a company employee is found murdered, with his dying message pointing to a clue hidden within the Ark. Along with the Detective Boys and Ran Mouri, Conan Edogawa enters Noah's Ark to solve this mystery and ensure the perpetrator is caught.

Ages 13+Source checked

Why this age? The PG-13 mystery includes murder, death-game peril, threatening suspense, and frightening danger involving children. The animated presentation may soften the impact, but the plot and emotional intensity suit teens. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Recommended age13+

Strongest cautions

  • Death of a character4/5
  • Frightening scenes4/5
  • Violence3/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience4/5
  • Creativity & curiosity4/5
  • Good role models3/5

What’s in it?

Products & advertising1/5
Why this rating?

Part of a large media franchise, but no overt product placement.

Death of a character4/5
Why this rating?

A murder launches the story, and death is a recurring threat within the game-like mystery.

Graphic injury1/5
Why this rating?

Murder and stabbing are part of the mystery, but injuries appear minimally graphic and stylized rather than shown in detailed, realistic gore.

Strong language2/5
Why this rating?

Occasional mild language and intense verbal confrontation.

Romance2/5
Why this rating?

Mild hints at the ongoing crush between Conan and Ran, consistent with the series.

Frightening scenes4/5
Why this rating?

Suspense, Jack the Ripper imagery, threatening chases, and children trapped in a dangerous virtual world can be frightening.

Alcohol or drugs1/5
Why this rating?

Brief smoking or alcohol references may appear in the Victorian London setting, without substance use being central or glamorized.

Violence3/5
Why this rating?

Includes sequences of conflict, sword fights, and intense danger during the Jack the Ripper simulation.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience4/5
Why this rating?

The central characters show significant bravery by volunteering for a dangerous virtual challenge.

Creativity & curiosity4/5
Why this rating?

The inventive virtual-reality premise, detective puzzles, and imaginative recreation of Victorian London strongly encourage curiosity and problem-solving.

Diverse representation1/5
Why this rating?

Mainly follows a Japanese cast; setting offers some international historical context.

Educational value2/5
Why this rating?

Introduces themes related to AI and history through a fictionalized London.

Kindness & empathy2/5
Why this rating?

Characters demonstrate empathy and cooperation to protect each other in the game.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

Focuses on the importance of logic, justice, courage, and the value of human connection.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

Conan serves as a sharp-witted, principled protagonist who consistently seeks truth.

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