Page 2 | Am I being unreasonable to let my 12-year-old watch Hazbin Hotel?

RareOpalRobin · 2024-06-05T09:13:45+00:00

Hi everyone, I need some perspective on this. My 12-year-old has recently become very interested in a show called ^Hazbin Hotel^. I did a bit of research and found out that it's an animated series with mature themes, strong language, and adult humor. From what I've seen, it doesn't seem very appropriate for kids, but my child insists that all their friends are watching it and that it's "not that bad." Honestly, I'm not too bothered by it. I know it's not the most wholesome content, but I think my child is mature enough to handle it. Plus, I'd rather they watch it at home where I can keep an eye on things and discuss any questions or concerns that come up. Am I being unreasonable to let my 12-year-old watch ^Hazbin Hotel^? Thanks for your thoughts!

ConflictedCheetah · 05/06/2024 10:43

My 14 year old niece is obsessed with it and has been watching it for some time, probably since she was about 12. She also does a lot of cosplay as the characters including on tik Tok and going to cons where she lives.
If I'm honest it she was my daughter I wouldn't be allowing it - especially the pouty Tik Tok cosplay stuff - but she's not mine and my sister appears ok with it.

It's really full on though.

perenniallymessy · 05/06/2024 10:42

If you are going to allow her to continue watching it, how about you watch it together, then you can discuss the themes as they come up. I have watched a handful of carefully curated 15+ shows (like The Good Place, Brooklyn 99-nothing too racy!) with my 12 and 14 yo DC but it's a good chance to discuss some of the behaviour in them. It's opened up some good discussions.

Thebigfriendlymoth · 05/06/2024 10:41

I agree there are lots of messages in popular culture that are not appropriate for children, it doesn't mean they can and should access more adult content. Like PP have said, you sound like you've made up your own mind so not sure why you asked. It's an adult show but if you are happy for your kid to watch it, go for it.

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RareOpalRobin · 05/06/2024 10:39

Liliee · 05/06/2024 10:34

You sound like you've very much already made up your mind, so what were you hoping for from this thread? Lots of posts saying, yeah my 12 year old loves it too, all good?

I'm just interested in other perspectives.

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RareOpalRobin · 05/06/2024 10:36

Thebigfriendlymoth · 05/06/2024 10:33

Absolutely not. It explores VERY adult themes, including sexual violence and glorified drug use. My kids are both aware because I watch it, they listen to some of the none explicit songs but I wouldn't let them watch it. It's a great show but not a children's show.

Drug use is glorified in even rap songs and Doja Cat's name.

I would rather DD be aware of what a pimp and porn are - just so she doesnt fall down a similar trap.

To be honest - I watched a large amount of it, and would rate most the episodes 12+ and just ep4 15+.

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Liliee · 05/06/2024 10:34

You sound like you've very much already made up your mind, so what were you hoping for from this thread? Lots of posts saying, yeah my 12 year old loves it too, all good?

Thebigfriendlymoth · 05/06/2024 10:33

Absolutely not. It explores VERY adult themes, including sexual violence and glorified drug use. My kids are both aware because I watch it, they listen to some of the none explicit songs but I wouldn't let them watch it. It's a great show but not a children's show.

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RareOpalRobin · 05/06/2024 10:31

OrlandointheWilderness · 05/06/2024 10:27

This has a pretty thorough synopsis of episode 4 (for those of us at work who can't watch it!!). I don't care HOW they are portraying the pimp - there is no bloody way by young DD is going to be watching ANYTHING where there is a pimp, sexual violence and worrying sexual themes!

HAZBIN HOTEL Recap: (S01E04) Masquerade (geekgirlauthority.com)

To be honest, that recap is a bit seedified then what I actually remember.

Yeah, there are crude jokes.

But I cannot remember much sex, and to be honest I cant see whats worse then squid game, ELITE or similar things, which her friends watch

DD became a fan of it quickly - and she understands that the pimp is the villain - the show doenst glorify him in any way.

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OrlandointheWilderness · 05/06/2024 10:27

This has a pretty thorough synopsis of episode 4 (for those of us at work who can't watch it!!). I don't care HOW they are portraying the pimp - there is no bloody way by young DD is going to be watching ANYTHING where there is a pimp, sexual violence and worrying sexual themes!

HAZBIN HOTEL Recap: (S01E04) Masquerade (geekgirlauthority.com)

HAZBIN HOTEL Recap: (S01E04) Masquerade

In Hazbin Hotel's "Masquerade," Angel Dust (Blake Roman) must get his shit together, or Husk (Keith David) will have to pick up the pieces. Read our recap!

https://www.geekgirlauthority.com/hazbin-hotel-recap-season-1-episode-4-masquerade/

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RareOpalRobin · 05/06/2024 10:26

ZombieBoob · 05/06/2024 10:22

Will add he's only a pornstar as he's being force by his contract with another character

And the contract is for his soul, not his being a pornstar afaik.

The pimp just exploits it to some degree.

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RareOpalRobin · 05/06/2024 10:25

Kaltenzahn · 05/06/2024 10:23

Hard no from me. I'm not sure what episodes you watched that you thought were ok but one of the main characters is forced into pornography where they're physically and sexually abused by a violent pimp. It's really not a kids programme at all.

I watched 1, 2 and then 4 when DD wanted to show me the characters whilst she was watching it.

I would say the abuse is more implied/behind closed doors.

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RareOpalRobin · 05/06/2024 10:24

ZombieBoob · 05/06/2024 10:21

Episode 4 explores the pornstars story. And there is alot of sexual abuse and a fair bit of sex scenes when he's signing his song. Watch it the song on YouTube and you can decide there. The rest of it isn't bad at all.
The song it poison by angeldust

Most of this flew over my head - poison isnt in the episode I think - it was fanmade originally - bit like gacha heat - and then added into the album - so it's not in the show.

Yeah, I get the abuse point, but I would rather DD watches this where they are actively portraying the pimp as a prick and trying to some point get rid of him/free angeldust, then some of those abuse glorifying influencers like andrew tate etcetera.

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Kaltenzahn · 05/06/2024 10:23

Hard no from me. I'm not sure what episodes you watched that you thought were ok but one of the main characters is forced into pornography where they're physically and sexually abused by a violent pimp. It's really not a kids programme at all.

ZombieBoob · 05/06/2024 10:22

Will add he's only a pornstar as he's being force by his contract with another character

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RareOpalRobin · 05/06/2024 10:21

OrlandointheWilderness · 05/06/2024 10:19

My 13 year old DDs friends all love it. However I watched a bit alone that dealt with some worrying sexual themes - abuse and rape - and its on the banned list in my house!

DD understands that what that pimp guy does is horrid (he's portrayed as a villain in some way)

I wouldnt ban it - I would rather she watches it then some of those more worrying teen shows.

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ZombieBoob · 05/06/2024 10:21

Episode 4 explores the pornstars story. And there is alot of sexual abuse and a fair bit of sex scenes when he's signing his song. Watch it the song on YouTube and you can decide there. The rest of it isn't bad at all.
The song it poison by angeldust

OrlandointheWilderness · 05/06/2024 10:19

My 13 year old DDs friends all love it. However I watched a bit alone that dealt with some worrying sexual themes - abuse and rape - and its on the banned list in my house!

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RareOpalRobin · 05/06/2024 10:16

Anyone?

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RareOpalRobin · 05/06/2024 10:14

I watched about 2 episodes, and it tbh doesnt seem that bad.

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