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Blue Exorcist: The Movie

2013

The atmosphere in True Cross Academy is lively and boisterous in the days leading up to the grand festival held once every 11 years. During this time, Okumura Rin is entrusted with the responsibility of suppressing the berserk Phantom Train. In the midst of his mission, he meets a devil whose appearance is that of a young boy.

Ages 13+Source checked

Why this age? Frequent supernatural peril and combat, frightening demons, destruction, and emotionally intense themes may be unsuitable for younger children, though gore and sexual content are limited. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Recommended age13+

Strongest cautions

  • Religious themes4/5
  • Frightening scenes3/5
  • Violence3/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience4/5
  • Creativity & curiosity4/5
  • Positive messages4/5

What’s in it?

Products & advertising1/5
Why this rating?

This is part of a larger anime franchise with related merchandise, but the film itself does not strongly promote products or purchasing.

Death of a character2/5
Why this rating?

Themes of loss and the potential for death are present throughout the narrative.

Graphic injury1/5
Why this rating?

Occasional minor injuries and dark magical effects, but not graphic.

Strong language2/5
Why this rating?

Occasional mild profanity and intense insults related to conflict.

Religious themes4/5
Why this rating?

Exorcism, demons, spiritual powers, and religiously themed institutions are central, presented through fantasy anime world-building.

Romance1/5
Why this rating?

Very minor, non-central hints of attraction.

Frightening scenes3/5
Why this rating?

Demonic creatures, possession-like danger, ominous imagery and tense chases may frighten viewers, though the fantasy-action style reduces realism and intensity.

Alcohol or drugs1/5
Why this rating?

Minor instances of characters shown in social settings.

Violence3/5
Why this rating?

Frequent supernatural combat involving swords, magic, and demonic powers.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience4/5
Why this rating?

Characters confront frightening supernatural threats and personal uncertainty while trying to protect others.

Creativity & curiosity4/5
Why this rating?

Features imaginative world-building and creative magical systems.

Diverse representation2/5
Why this rating?

Limited in terms of human representation but features a variety of unique supernatural entities.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

Incidental exposure to Japanese cultural and mythological concepts.

Kindness & empathy3/5
Why this rating?

Empathy and protecting others are core motivations for the protagonists.

Positive messages4/5
Why this rating?

Strong focus on loyalty, self-acceptance, and the responsibility to protect others.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

Heroes show loyalty and courage, though they sometimes act impulsively and face morally complicated choices.

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  1. What did courage look like in this story? Was being brave always the same as being fearless?
  2. What beliefs or religious ideas appear in the story? How do they influence the characters?
  3. Which choice in Blue Exorcist: The Movie would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in Blue Exorcist: The Movie, and what caused that change?
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