Our take
This Slime anime film sends Rimuru and friends to the Azure Sea for a new threat. Expect magical combat, large-scale monster fights, and occasional frightening imagery typical of the franchise. Mild profanity appears in dialogue. Fine for tweens already watching the series; newcomers may want a quick series primer
Uplifting themes
Friendship, diplomacy, and protecting allies drive Rimuru's choices Rimuru and allies model cooperation and standing up for weaker communities
Story (may spoil tone)
After concluding the opening ceremony of the Demon Kingdom Federation Tempest, Rimuru and his companions are invited by the Celestial Emperor Hermesia of the great elven nation – the Magi Dynasty Salion – to visit her private resort island. As the group enjoys their brief vacation, a mysterious woman named Yura appears. A new incident unfolds against the backdrop of the boundless azure sea.
What we flagged
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Details
Violence Magical battles, monster clashes, and fantasy weapons; animated, not gr…
Magical battles, monster clashes, and fantasy weapons; animated, not graphic realism
Language Occasional mild to moderate profanity in translated dialogue
Occasional mild to moderate profanity in translated dialogue
Sex / nudity No sex found in this title
No sex found in this title
Drugs / alcohol No drugs found in this title
No drugs found in this title
Frightening Large demons and sea threats may spook younger viewers unfamiliar with…
Large demons and sea threats may spook younger viewers unfamiliar with anime
Self-harm / suicide No self-harm found in this title
No self-harm found in this title
Sexual violence No sexual violence found in this title
No sexual violence found in this title
Child peril / abuse No child peril found in this title
No child peril found in this title
Bullying / discrimination No bullying found in this title
No bullying found in this title
Gore / death / weapons Fantasy injuries during battles; blood is limited compared to live acti…
Fantasy injuries during battles; blood is limited compared to live action
Dangerous behaviour No dangerous behavior found in this title
No dangerous behavior found in this title
Eating disorders / body image No eating found in this title
No eating found in this title
Mental health No mental health found in this title
No mental health found in this title
Gambling No gambling found in this title
No gambling found in this title
Grief / bereavement No grief found in this title
No grief found in this title
Talk after watching
- Rimuru builds community across species. What makes a good leader in crisis?
- Fantasy battles have real stakes for side characters. How do films show cost of war?