Allegiant (2016) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Beatrice Prior and Tobias Eaton venture into the world outside of the fence and are taken into protective custody by a mysterious agency known as the Bureau of Genetic Welfare.
Rated PG-13 • 2016 • 2h 0m
The third film in the Divergent series, "Allegiant" earns its PG-13 rating with frequent and intense sci-fi action violence and mature thematic elements. As Tris and Four venture beyond Chicago's walls, they encounter the Bureau of Genetic Welfare, leading to conflict. Parents should be aware of numerous scenes of combat involving guns and knives, several on-screen deaths including brief, non-graphic executions, and some disturbing… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Allegiant appropriate for kids?
The third film in the Divergent series, "Allegiant" earns its PG-13 rating with frequent and intense sci-fi action violence and mature thematic elements. As Tris and Four venture beyond Chicago's walls, they encounter the Bureau of Genetic Welfare, leading to conflict. Parents… Read more — free account
Content severity in Allegiant
What happens in Allegiant, moment by moment
- 0:08 ⚔ Violence & Gore 7/10
- 0:15 ⚔ Violence & Gore 6/10
- 0:31 ♥ Sex & Nudity 3/10
Sex and nudity in Allegiant
Content is mild and brief. In one scene, characters undergo a 'decontamination' process where they are seen in silhouette covered in a gel-like substance; a woman's buttocks and chest are briefly visible but details are obscured. There are also a few scenes of kissing between the main characters.
Violence and gore in Allegiant
The film contains frequent sequences of stylized sci-fi action violence that is largely bloodless but can be intense. There are multiple shootouts, fistfights, and knife combat. Several characters are shot and die, including a key ally early in the film and two others executed at point-blank range (the camera cuts away at the moment of impact). Another character is shot non-fatally in the leg. One sequence involves a character fighting multiple guards on an aircraft with punches and a knife.
Language in Allegiant
Language is infrequent and mild for a PG-13 film. There are a few uses of "shit" and other minor expletives like "hell" and "damn."
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Allegiant
There is no depiction of alcohol, tobacco, or illicit drug use throughout the film. Consistent with the high-stakes, dystopian sci-fi setting, characters remain focused on survival and tactical maneuvers rather than recreational substance use. Parents can expect this category to be entirely clean, as the narrative contains zero scenes involving drinking or smoking.
Mature themes in Allegiant
Thematic content is strong and central to the plot. The story revolves around mature concepts of genetic discrimination (dividing people into "pure" and "damaged" categories), civil war, and authoritarian control. Several scenes are emotionally intense, including the discovery that a secretive agency kidnaps children to forcibly erase their memories. Themes of betrayal, ethics in science, and the justification of violence for a cause are pervasive.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Allegiant appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Allegiant is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. The third film in the Divergent series, "Allegiant" earns its PG-13 rating with frequent and intense sci-fi action violence and mature thematic elements. As Tris and Four venture beyond Chicago's walls, they encounter…
What age rating does Allegiant have?
Allegiant is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Allegiant about?
The third film in the Divergent series, "Allegiant" earns its PG-13 rating with frequent and intense sci-fi action violence and mature thematic elements. As Tris and Four venture beyond Chicago's walls, they encounter the Bureau of Genetic Welfare, leading to conflict. Parents should be aware of numerous scenes of…
Is there sex or nudity in Allegiant?
Content is mild and brief. In one scene, characters undergo a 'decontamination' process where they are seen in silhouette covered in a gel-like substance; a woman's buttocks and chest are briefly visible but details are obscured. There are also a few scenes…
How violent is Allegiant?
The film contains frequent sequences of stylized sci-fi action violence that is largely bloodless but can be intense. There are multiple shootouts, fistfights, and knife combat. Several characters are shot and die, including a key ally early in the film and…
Is the language in Allegiant appropriate for kids?
Language is infrequent and mild for a PG-13 film. There are a few uses of "shit" and other minor expletives like "hell" and "damn."
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Allegiant?
There is no depiction of alcohol, tobacco, or illicit drug use throughout the film. Consistent with the high-stakes, dystopian sci-fi setting, characters remain focused on survival and tactical maneuvers rather than recreational substance use. Parents can…
What mature themes appear in Allegiant?
Thematic content is strong and central to the plot. The story revolves around mature concepts of genetic discrimination (dividing people into "pure" and "damaged" categories), civil war, and authoritarian control. Several scenes are emotionally intense…
How long is Allegiant?
Allegiant runs 120 minutes, directed by Robert Schwentke, released in 2016.
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