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Mune: Guardian of the Moon

Age rating, content warnings & parent guide

2017

Is Mune: Guardian of the Moon appropriate for your child? See the reviewed age guidance, content cautions, positive themes, and supporting evidence below.

When a faun named Mune becomes the Guardian of the Moon, little did he had unprepared experience with the Moon and an accident that could put both the Moon and the Sun in danger, including a corrupt titan named Necross who wants the Sun for himself and placing the balance of night and day in great peril. Now with the help of a wax-child named Glim and the warrior, Sohone who also became the Sun Guardian, they go out on an exciting journey to get the Sun back and restore the Moon to their rightful place in the sky.

Ages 6+Source checked

Why this age? Generally gentle animated fantasy, but scenes involving darkness, monsters, pursuit, danger, and threatened cosmic balance may unsettle younger viewers. The story is moderately complex but ultimately reassuring. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Age guidanceAges 6+
Strongest cautionsFrightening scenes 3/5 · Romance 2/5 · Violence 2/5
Strongest positivesCourage & resilience 4/5 · Creativity & curiosity 4/5
Recommendation3.8/5

Courage & resilience; strongest caution: frightening scenes.

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What parents should know

Generally gentle animated fantasy, but scenes involving darkness, monsters, pursuit, danger, and threatened cosmic balance may unsettle younger viewers. The story is moderately complex but ultimately reassuring. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ. Courage & resilience; strongest caution: frightening scenes.

Readiness snapshotAge guidance: 6+Main watch-out: Frightening scenes 3/5
Recommendation 3.8/5

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Oct 22, 2026Last updated

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Recommended age6+

Strongest cautions

  • Frightening scenes3/5
  • Romance2/5
  • Violence2/5

Strongest positives

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

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What’s in it?

Death of a character1/5
Why this rating?

Implied past loss and threats to celestial life, but no graphic character deaths occur on screen.

Strong language1/5
Why this rating?

Very mild language, primarily name-calling or mild frustration.

Religious themes1/5
Why this rating?

The story includes fictional cosmic guardians and mythic ideas, but no real-world faith, worship, or religious practice is central.

Romance2/5
Why this rating?

A gentle, budding relationship develops between Mune and Glim.

Frightening scenes3/5
Why this rating?

Features some dark, shadowy creatures and a somewhat menacing underworld setting.

Violence2/5
Why this rating?

Contains fantasy action with magical powers, pushing, and mild combat, but nothing graphic.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience4/5
Why this rating?

The protagonists show bravery in facing their fears and the challenges of their roles.

Creativity & curiosity4/5
Why this rating?

Highly imaginative world-building, unusual creatures, visual design, and inventive magical problem-solving strongly encourage wonder and creativity.

Diverse representation2/5
Why this rating?

The cast features imaginative species with diverse appearances and temperaments.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

Encourages interest in astronomy and mythology through fantasy concepts.

Kindness & empathy3/5
Why this rating?

Empathy and cooperation are central to the protagonists' success.

Positive messages4/5
Why this rating?

Strong themes include accepting responsibility, learning from mistakes, cooperation, balance, and protecting others rather than seeking status.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

Characters learn from their mistakes and develop personal integrity.

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