👪 Parents' guide

Is Black Butler appropriate for kids?

Best for older teens and adults (17+). Viewers flag drugs, gambling & crime.

best for: 17+; best for
17+ (violence & profanity): R; 17+ (violence & profanity)
area flagged: 1; area flagged

Parents’ guide to Black Butler

Best for: Older teens and adults (17+) · Rated R (17+ (violence & profanity))

Violence & goreNone noted

Sexual content & nudityNone noted

Sexual violenceNone noted

Disturbing & frightening themesNone noted

Drugs, gambling & crimeModerateCrime

From AniList community tags and the official age rating. Levels reflect how many viewers agree each tag applies, not a professional rating, so preview an episode before watching with younger children. Explicit tag names are never shown.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Black Butler appropriate for kids?

Best for older teens and adults (17+). Viewers flag drugs, gambling & crime. Its official age rating is R (17+ (violence & profanity)).

What age is Black Butler for?

Older teens and adults (17+). Preview an episode if you're unsure for your child.

Does Black Butler have drugs, gambling & crime?

Moderate. Viewers tag it with crime.