The series features only the mildest of fanservice involving superhero costumes, and is for the most part easily accessible to all audiences.

As such, this unique superhero buddy story has an immediate hook. Superheroes and superhero movies are a staple of popular Western culture. The lack of usual anime tropes or fanservice makes it an easy introduction into the medium, and due to the compelling storyline and stellar writing your parents are likely to get hooked. This critically acclaimed psychological thriller, optioned at one point for an HBO series, is an easy watch if your parents are fans of mysteries or thrillers of any kind. It's possible your parents might actually enjoy them! However, if you dig deep enough, you can find solid titles that not only lack awkward scenes, but contain themes and elements familiar to a mainstream Western audience. It may seem like a lot of anime have alienating fan service, preventing you from ever proudly sharing your hobby with your parents. 'Oh, man, if my parents walked in while I was watching Nisemonogatari, I'd be disowned.' 'My mom actually did walk in while I was watching Kill la Kill. It's a common belief among anime fans that our entertainment would be shameful to our parents. Interested in writing or editing for us? Click here!

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