Ant-Man (2015) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Armed with the astonishing ability to shrink in scale but increase in strength, master thief Scott Lang must embrace his inner-hero and help his mentor, Doctor Hank Pym, protect the secret behind his spectacular Ant-Man suit from a new generation of towering threats. Against seemingly insurmountable obstacles, Pym and Lang must plan and pull off a heist that will save the world.
Rated PG-13 • 2015 • 1h 57m
Primarily a comedic heist film, "Ant-Man" earns its PG-13 rating for sci-fi action violence that, while often cartoonish due to the shrinking-and-growing premise, includes some surprisingly intense moments. The main villain, Darren Cross, uses a weapon that gruesomely disintegrates people and animals into a small pile of goo, and the final battle involves a child being taken hostage. The language includes multiple uses of "s--t" and a… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Ant-Man appropriate for kids?
Primarily a comedic heist film, "Ant-Man" earns its PG-13 rating for sci-fi action violence that, while often cartoonish due to the shrinking-and-growing premise, includes some surprisingly intense moments. The main villain, Darren Cross, uses a weapon that gruesomely… Read more — free account
Content severity in Ant-Man
What happens in Ant-Man, moment by moment
- 0:06 ⚔ Violence & Gore 4/10
- 0:21 💬 Language 5/10
- 0:25 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
Sex and nudity in Ant-Man
This category is very light. There is a single, very brief kiss between two characters near the end. A character also makes a passing verbal reference to "the first boobs I ever touched."
Violence and gore in Ant-Man
Moderate to strong, frequent sci-fi action violence. While much of it is stylized and comedic, some scenes are intense. A man is disintegrated by a particle gun, turning into a small blob of goo which is then wiped up; the same thing happens to a lamb. There are numerous fights involving punching, kicking, and throwing, including one brawl where a man's face is slammed onto a table, resulting in a bloody nose. An elderly man is shot in the shoulder with some blood shown. The climactic battle is prolonged and…
Read more — free accountLanguage in Ant-Man
Moderate for a PG-13 film. The language includes multiple uses of "s--t" and one use of "son of a bitch." Other profanity includes "ass," "damn," and "hell." In a surprising addition for an MCU film, one character uses the term "pussy" as an insult and another makes a verbal reference to "boobs."
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Ant-Man
Minor. In one scene, a character gives three men what she says is half a dose of Xanax each to calm them down, played for comic effect. Adults drink alcohol in social settings, like at a party, but there is no drunkenness depicted.
Mature themes in Ant-Man
The film contains moderate thematic elements. The main character, Scott Lang, is an ex-convict trying to redeem himself and reconnect with his young daughter, dealing with themes of parental estrangement. Another key character, Hank Pym, is haunted by the presumed death of his wife, who sacrificed herself by shrinking to the subatomic level. The villain holds a child hostage in her bedroom to lure the hero into a final fight, which is an intense moment of peril. The hero also risks death by shrinking to a…
Read more — free accountFrequently Asked Questions
Is Ant-Man appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Ant-Man is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. Primarily a comedic heist film, "Ant-Man" earns its PG-13 rating for sci-fi action violence that, while often cartoonish due to the shrinking-and-growing premise, includes some surprisingly intense moments. The main…
What age rating does Ant-Man have?
Ant-Man is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Ant-Man about?
Primarily a comedic heist film, "Ant-Man" earns its PG-13 rating for sci-fi action violence that, while often cartoonish due to the shrinking-and-growing premise, includes some surprisingly intense moments. The main villain, Darren Cross, uses a weapon that gruesomely disintegrates people and animals into a small pile…
Is there sex or nudity in Ant-Man?
This category is very light. There is a single, very brief kiss between two characters near the end. A character also makes a passing verbal reference to "the first boobs I ever touched."
How violent is Ant-Man?
Moderate to strong, frequent sci-fi action violence. While much of it is stylized and comedic, some scenes are intense. A man is disintegrated by a particle gun, turning into a small blob of goo which is then wiped up; the same thing happens to a lamb. There…
Is the language in Ant-Man appropriate for kids?
Moderate for a PG-13 film. The language includes multiple uses of "s--t" and one use of "son of a bitch." Other profanity includes "ass," "damn," and "hell." In a surprising addition for an MCU film, one character uses the term "pussy" as an insult and…
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Ant-Man?
Minor. In one scene, a character gives three men what she says is half a dose of Xanax each to calm them down, played for comic effect. Adults drink alcohol in social settings, like at a party, but there is no drunkenness depicted.
What mature themes appear in Ant-Man?
The film contains moderate thematic elements. The main character, Scott Lang, is an ex-convict trying to redeem himself and reconnect with his young daughter, dealing with themes of parental estrangement. Another key character, Hank Pym, is haunted by the…
How long is Ant-Man?
Ant-Man runs 117 minutes, directed by Peyton Reed, released in 2015.
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