Is Suzume appropriate for children?

# Suzume - Parental Guide Suzume is a visually stunning animated adventure film appropriate for most children ages 10+. The story follows a teenage girl who accidentally triggers a disaster affecting Japan, blending action with emotional depth about loss and growing up. With no profanity, violence, or scary content, it's a thoughtful choice for family viewing.

What age is Suzume suitable for?

Our verdict for Suzume is: Generally safe. See the age grid on this page for specific recommendations by age group.

Is Suzume safe for children? | ScreenWise Parent Guide

Content breakdown

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Violence

Mild

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Language / Profanity

None

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Sexual Content

None

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Horror / Scary

None

About this movie

Type

Movie

Released

2022

Rating

Genre

Animation, Drama, Adventure, Fantasy

Synopsis

Suzume, 17, lost her mother as a little girl. On her way to school, she meets a mysterious young man. But her curiosity unleashes a calamity that endangers the entire population of Japan, and so Suzume embarks on a journey to set things right.

Cast

Nanoka Hara

Suzume Iwato (voice)

Hokuto Matsumura

Souta Munakata (voice)

Eri Fukatsu

Tamaki Iwato (voice)

Shota Sometani

Minoru Okabe (voice)

Full cast on IMDb ›

Stimulus level

High stimulus

This is a theatrical anime film with dynamic action sequences, rapid scene transitions, and intense emotional moments that create a high overall sensory load — not appropriate for children under 3 and better suited for older kids who can follow complex narratives.

Stimulus rating reflects pacing, visual complexity, and sensory intensity — factors associated with attention development in children under 3. Learn more

Age suitability

Under 6

Not yet

Ages 6–8

With parent

Ages 9–12

Yes

Ages 13+

Yes

Where to watch

🎬 Find on Amazon

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Ratings based on MPAA/TV classification and TMDB metadata. Updated March 2026.
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