23 000 Lives (2026) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
A group of young people sets sail for the Mediterranean to save the lives of refugees — a mission that puts their ideas of law and justice to the test.
Rated NR • 2026 • 1h 40m
23 000 Lives follows a group of young Berliners who buy an old ship and sail into the Mediterranean to rescue refugees. The film is unrated but contains moderate, realistic peril tied to sea rescues and the refugee crisis, plus some coarse language, drinking, and brief romantic contact. Parents should be aware that the strongest material is tense rescue scenes (overcrowded boats, people in the water) and emotional scenes about… Sign up for the full guide
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Is 23 000 Lives appropriate for kids?
23 000 Lives follows a group of young Berliners who buy an old ship and sail into the Mediterranean to rescue refugees. The film is unrated but contains moderate, realistic peril tied to sea rescues and the refugee crisis, plus some coarse language, drinking, and brief romantic… Read more — free account
Content severity in 23 000 Lives
What happens in 23 000 Lives, moment by moment
- 0:06 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
- 0:12 💬 Language 3/10
- 0:20 🍷 Substances 3/10
Sex and nudity in 23 000 Lives
Light and infrequent. The film includes brief, non-graphic romantic moments (a short kiss between crew members) and off-screen references to relationships; there is no nudity reported. IMDb's Parents Guide currently contains no viewer-submitted sexual-content incidents for this title.
Violence and gore in 23 000 Lives
Moderate, non-graphic peril and occasional physical confrontations. Tense sea-rescue scenes show overcrowded boats, people in the water, panic and scuffles aboard the rescue ship; injuries are implied or brief but not graphic. The film leans on realistic danger (drowning risk, rough seas) rather than on-screen gore.
Language in 23 000 Lives
Occasional coarse language and swearing in heated conversations and confrontations. Not constant or pervasive, but some adults use strong words during arguments and stressful moments. IMDb's Parents Guide currently lists no detailed language incidents.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in 23 000 Lives
Some alcohol and cigarette use among the crew. Scenes include drinking (brief celebratory toasts and casual bar conversation) and a few characters smoking; substance use is presented matter-of-factly rather than glamorized.
Mature themes in 23 000 Lives
Strong, mature themes drive the film: the refugee crisis, death and near-death at sea, moral and legal ambiguity, and the emotional toll on rescuers and rescued. The story raises questions about breaking the law to save lives and shows trauma, grief, and difficult ethical choices. IMDb's Parents Guide currently contains no viewer-submitted theme specifics, so descriptions here follow the film synopsis.
Scary moments in 23 000 Lives
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for 23 000 Lives yet. Because this title is recommended for younger kids, sign up to get community-flagged jump scares, tense scenes, and startling imagery as parents submit them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 23 000 Lives appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests 23 000 Lives is best for ages 10+. It's rated NR. 23 000 Lives follows a group of young Berliners who buy an old ship and sail into the Mediterranean to rescue refugees. The film is unrated but contains moderate, realistic peril tied to sea rescues and the refugee…
What age rating does 23 000 Lives have?
23 000 Lives is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is 23 000 Lives about?
23 000 Lives follows a group of young Berliners who buy an old ship and sail into the Mediterranean to rescue refugees. The film is unrated but contains moderate, realistic peril tied to sea rescues and the refugee crisis, plus some coarse language, drinking, and brief romantic contact. Parents should be aware that…
Is there sex or nudity in 23 000 Lives?
Light and infrequent. The film includes brief, non-graphic romantic moments (a short kiss between crew members) and off-screen references to relationships; there is no nudity reported. IMDb's Parents Guide currently contains no viewer-submitted sexual-content…
How violent is 23 000 Lives?
Moderate, non-graphic peril and occasional physical confrontations. Tense sea-rescue scenes show overcrowded boats, people in the water, panic and scuffles aboard the rescue ship; injuries are implied or brief but not graphic. The film leans on realistic…
Is the language in 23 000 Lives appropriate for kids?
Occasional coarse language and swearing in heated conversations and confrontations. Not constant or pervasive, but some adults use strong words during arguments and stressful moments. IMDb's Parents Guide currently lists no detailed language incidents.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in 23 000 Lives?
Some alcohol and cigarette use among the crew. Scenes include drinking (brief celebratory toasts and casual bar conversation) and a few characters smoking; substance use is presented matter-of-factly rather than glamorized.
What mature themes appear in 23 000 Lives?
Strong, mature themes drive the film: the refugee crisis, death and near-death at sea, moral and legal ambiguity, and the emotional toll on rescuers and rescued. The story raises questions about breaking the law to save lives and shows trauma, grief, and…
How long is 23 000 Lives?
23 000 Lives runs 100 minutes, directed by Markus Goller, released in 2026.
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