Anaconda (1997) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
A 'National Geographic' film crew is taken hostage by an insane hunter, who takes them along on his quest to capture the world's largest — and deadliest — snake.
Rated PG-13 • 1997 • 1h 30m
The PG-13 rated creature feature "Anaconda" follows a documentary film crew on the Amazon River whose expedition is hijacked by a sinister snake hunter named Paul Serone. The rating is primarily for intense and frightening creature violence, including several scenes where characters are constricted and swallowed whole by the titular giant snake. Parents should be aware of multiple on-screen deaths, some of which are sudden and intense… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Anaconda appropriate for kids?
The PG-13 rated creature feature "Anaconda" follows a documentary film crew on the Amazon River whose expedition is hijacked by a sinister snake hunter named Paul Serone. The rating is primarily for intense and frightening creature violence, including several scenes where… Read more — free account
Content severity in Anaconda
What happens in Anaconda, moment by moment
- 0:02 ⚔ Violence & Gore 7/10
- 0:07 ♥ Sex & Nudity 2/10
- 0:16 ⚔ Violence & Gore 6/10
Sex and nudity in Anaconda
Content is light and brief. In one scene depicting an indigenous tribe, women are shown topless in a non-sexual, anthropological context. In another scene, two characters kiss passionately before being interrupted. A female character is also briefly shown in a nightshirt where the outline of her nipples may be visible through the fabric.
Violence and gore in Anaconda
Violence is strong and central to the plot, typical of the creature-feature genre. The film contains numerous intense and frightening attacks by giant anacondas. People are shown being constricted, crushed (with sounds of bones breaking), and swallowed whole. One character's outline is visible through the snake's belly after being eaten. Other violence includes a man being strangled, a bloody emergency tracheotomy performed with a knife, and a man shooting himself (off-screen). The snakes are shot, stabbed, and…
Read more — free accountLanguage in Anaconda
The film contains a moderate amount of profanity. There is one use of "fuck," several uses of "shit," and other terms like "ass," "bitch," and "bastard." One profane hand gesture is also briefly shown.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Anaconda
Substance use is mild. Characters are briefly seen drinking alcohol socially on their boat. A tranquilizer dart is used as a weapon in one scene to subdue a character. There is no depiction of illicit drug use.
Mature themes in Anaconda
The primary themes involve survival horror, greed, and betrayal. The film crew is held hostage by the obsessed hunter, Paul Serone, creating a tense human-vs-human conflict alongside the human-vs-nature one. Multiple main characters die, often suddenly and violently, which may be upsetting for some viewers. The theme of obsession leading to destruction is central to Serone's character arc.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Anaconda appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Anaconda is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. The PG-13 rated creature feature "Anaconda" follows a documentary film crew on the Amazon River whose expedition is hijacked by a sinister snake hunter named Paul Serone. The rating is primarily for intense and…
What age rating does Anaconda have?
Anaconda is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Anaconda about?
The PG-13 rated creature feature "Anaconda" follows a documentary film crew on the Amazon River whose expedition is hijacked by a sinister snake hunter named Paul Serone. The rating is primarily for intense and frightening creature violence, including several scenes where characters are constricted and swallowed whole…
Is there sex or nudity in Anaconda?
Content is light and brief. In one scene depicting an indigenous tribe, women are shown topless in a non-sexual, anthropological context. In another scene, two characters kiss passionately before being interrupted. A female character is also briefly shown in…
How violent is Anaconda?
Violence is strong and central to the plot, typical of the creature-feature genre. The film contains numerous intense and frightening attacks by giant anacondas. People are shown being constricted, crushed (with sounds of bones breaking), and swallowed whole…
Is the language in Anaconda appropriate for kids?
The film contains a moderate amount of profanity. There is one use of "fuck," several uses of "shit," and other terms like "ass," "bitch," and "bastard." One profane hand gesture is also briefly shown.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Anaconda?
Substance use is mild. Characters are briefly seen drinking alcohol socially on their boat. A tranquilizer dart is used as a weapon in one scene to subdue a character. There is no depiction of illicit drug use.
What mature themes appear in Anaconda?
The primary themes involve survival horror, greed, and betrayal. The film crew is held hostage by the obsessed hunter, Paul Serone, creating a tense human-vs-human conflict alongside the human-vs-nature one. Multiple main characters die, often suddenly and…
How long is Anaconda?
Anaconda runs 90 minutes, directed by Luis Llosa, released in 1997.
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