That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime the Movie: Scarlet Bond
劇場版 転生したらスライムだった件 紅蓮の絆編
That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime the Movie: Scarlet Bond
劇場版 転生したらスライムだった件 紅蓮の絆編
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What this film brings
Content barometer
Violence
3/5
Notable
Fear
2/5
A few scenes
Sexuality
0/5
None
Language
1/5
Mild
Narrative complexity
2/5
Moderate
Adult themes
0/5
None
Expert review
This fantasy animated film expands the series universe with a fairly dense adventure built around friendship, old conflicts, and a political threat involving a neighboring kingdom. The main sensitive elements are frequent battles, weapon based attacks, visible but not graphic injuries, a revenge motive linked to a destroyed village, and a curse and manipulation storyline that may unsettle younger viewers. The presentation stays highly stylized and unrealistic, with no meaningful sexual content and little harsh language, yet the pace is energetic and several scenes carry a real sense of danger, making it darker than a light family cartoon. I would place it well above the algorithmic age of 4, because very young children are likely to be confused by the plot and unsettled by the action. For children around 10 and up who already enjoy action fantasy, watching with a parent can help them follow the story, process the grief and revenge themes, and keep the violence in its clearly fictional context.
Synopsis
A long-running conspiracy is swirling over a mysterious power wielded by the Queen in Raja, a small country west of Tempest. When a slime who evolved into a Demon Lord named Rimuru Tempest crosses paths with Hiiro, a survivor of the Ogre race, an incredible adventure packed with new characters begins. The power of bonds will be put to the test!
Difficult scenes
The film opens with an attack and a serious injury suffered by Hiiro in a wartime desertion context. This scene immediately creates a conflict driven atmosphere, with hostile soldiers, a character left in very poor condition, and a strong feeling of loss that may unsettle sensitive children. A major part of the story is built on the past destruction of the Ogre village and Hiiro's desire for revenge against the Orcs. Even though this violence is not shown in a graphic way, the plot keeps returning to trauma, anger, and the idea of killing a supposed enemy, which gives the film more emotional weight than a typical light family adventure. When the kingdom of Raja comes under threat, there are several battles involving weapons, magic powers, charges, and characters facing credible danger. The action is dynamic and flashy rather than bloody, but the repeated confrontations may be tiring or stressful for younger viewers, especially those unfamiliar with action anime. The curse storyline surrounding Towa and Hiiro's manipulation by the villain add a darker layer. A character is deceived, altered by a harmful force, and driven to act through painful memories, which can be disturbing for children who are especially affected by corruption themes or loss of self control.
Where to watch
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Availability checked on Apr 01, 2026
About this title
- Format
- Feature film
- Year
- 2022
- Runtime
- 1h 48m
- Countries
- Japan
- Original language
- JA
- Directed by
- Yasuhito Kikuchi
- Main cast
- Miho Okasaki, Makoto Furukawa, Megumi Toyoguchi, Tomoaki Maeno, Sayaka Senbongi, Mao Ichimichi, Takuya Eguchi, Hochu Otsuka, Asuna Tomari, Chikahiro Kobayashi
- Studios
- 8bit, Bandai Namco Filmworks, Sony Music Solutions, Bandai Spirits, Kodansha, MICRO MAGAZINE, Bandai Namco Music Live, BS11, ADK Marketing Solutions, Nippon Television Network Corporation, Lantis
Content barometer
Violence
3/5
Notable
Fear
2/5
A few scenes
Sexuality
0/5
None
Language
1/5
Mild
Narrative complexity
2/5
Moderate
Adult themes
0/5
None
Expert review
This fantasy animated film expands the series universe with a fairly dense adventure built around friendship, old conflicts, and a political threat involving a neighboring kingdom. The main sensitive elements are frequent battles, weapon based attacks, visible but not graphic injuries, a revenge motive linked to a destroyed village, and a curse and manipulation storyline that may unsettle younger viewers. The presentation stays highly stylized and unrealistic, with no meaningful sexual content and little harsh language, yet the pace is energetic and several scenes carry a real sense of danger, making it darker than a light family cartoon. I would place it well above the algorithmic age of 4, because very young children are likely to be confused by the plot and unsettled by the action. For children around 10 and up who already enjoy action fantasy, watching with a parent can help them follow the story, process the grief and revenge themes, and keep the violence in its clearly fictional context.
Synopsis
A long-running conspiracy is swirling over a mysterious power wielded by the Queen in Raja, a small country west of Tempest. When a slime who evolved into a Demon Lord named Rimuru Tempest crosses paths with Hiiro, a survivor of the Ogre race, an incredible adventure packed with new characters begins. The power of bonds will be put to the test!
Difficult scenes
The film opens with an attack and a serious injury suffered by Hiiro in a wartime desertion context. This scene immediately creates a conflict driven atmosphere, with hostile soldiers, a character left in very poor condition, and a strong feeling of loss that may unsettle sensitive children. A major part of the story is built on the past destruction of the Ogre village and Hiiro's desire for revenge against the Orcs. Even though this violence is not shown in a graphic way, the plot keeps returning to trauma, anger, and the idea of killing a supposed enemy, which gives the film more emotional weight than a typical light family adventure. When the kingdom of Raja comes under threat, there are several battles involving weapons, magic powers, charges, and characters facing credible danger. The action is dynamic and flashy rather than bloody, but the repeated confrontations may be tiring or stressful for younger viewers, especially those unfamiliar with action anime. The curse storyline surrounding Towa and Hiiro's manipulation by the villain add a darker layer. A character is deceived, altered by a harmful force, and driven to act through painful memories, which can be disturbing for children who are especially affected by corruption themes or loss of self control.