Batman & Robin (1997) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Batman and his sidekick Robin attempt to the foil the sinister schemes of a deranged set of new villains, most notably the melancholy Mr. Freeze, who wants to make Gotham City into an arctic region, and the sultry Poison Ivy, a botanical femme fatale. As the Dynamic Duo contend with these bad guys, a third hero, Batgirl, joins the ranks of the city's crime-fighters.
Rated PG-13 • 1997 • 2h 5m
This film is rated PG-13 for its strong stylized action and consistent sexual innuendo. The violence is frequent and cartoonish, featuring martial arts, characters being frozen solid, and large-scale destruction, but it is free of blood and gore. The film's tone is overtly campy, underscored by pervasive suggestive dialogue, particularly from the villain Poison Ivy, and infamous costume designs that emphasize anatomy. Parents should… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Batman & Robin appropriate for kids?
This film is rated PG-13 for its strong stylized action and consistent sexual innuendo. The violence is frequent and cartoonish, featuring martial arts, characters being frozen solid, and large-scale destruction, but it is free of blood and gore. The film's tone is overtly… Read more — free account
Content severity in Batman & Robin
What happens in Batman & Robin, moment by moment
- 0:08 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
- 0:12 ⚔ Violence & Gore 6/10
- 0:25 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
Sex and nudity in Batman & Robin
Innuendo and suggestive content are frequent and played for campy humor. The villain Poison Ivy consistently uses her sexuality to manipulate men, including using a 'pheromone dust' and a deadly kiss. Dialogue is filled with double-entendres (e.g., 'grab your rocks'). The Batsuits are famously designed with prominent, sculpted nipples and buttocks, and the camera often lingers on them. Ivy and Robin share a passionate kiss, and her costumes are often revealing.
Violence and gore in Batman & Robin
Violence is pervasive but highly stylized and cartoonish, with no blood or gore. It consists of frequent fistfights with choreographed martial arts, kicking, and gadget use. Mr. Freeze uses his ray gun to encase numerous people in blocks of ice. The hulking villain Bane throws people and causes destruction. A character is killed with a poisonous kiss, and another is thrown from a window, but the acts are not graphic. The climax involves city-wide peril as Gotham begins to freeze over.
Language in Batman & Robin
Language is very mild for a PG-13 film. There are a handful of uses of 'hell' and 'damn'.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Batman & Robin
Substance use is present and plot-relevant. The villain Bane is powered by 'Venom,' a green super-steroid pumped directly into his brain through tubes, and his transformation and withdrawal are shown. Poison Ivy uses a magical 'pheromone dust' to intoxicate and control people. In one scene, Mr. Freeze smokes a cigar.
Mature themes in Batman & Robin
Moderate thematic elements are present. A central plot point involves Mr. Freeze's desperate and tragic quest to cure his terminally ill wife, who is kept in cryogenic stasis. Batman's butler, Alfred, is also revealed to be suffering from the same fatal disease, creating personal stakes for the heroes. Themes also include betrayal, as Poison Ivy cruelly manipulates Mr. Freeze and attempts to turn Robin against Batman.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Batman & Robin appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Batman & Robin is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. This film is rated PG-13 for its strong stylized action and consistent sexual innuendo. The violence is frequent and cartoonish, featuring martial arts, characters being frozen solid, and large-scale destruction, but it…
What age rating does Batman & Robin have?
Batman & Robin is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Batman & Robin about?
This film is rated PG-13 for its strong stylized action and consistent sexual innuendo. The violence is frequent and cartoonish, featuring martial arts, characters being frozen solid, and large-scale destruction, but it is free of blood and gore. The film's tone is overtly campy, underscored by pervasive suggestive…
Is there sex or nudity in Batman & Robin?
Innuendo and suggestive content are frequent and played for campy humor. The villain Poison Ivy consistently uses her sexuality to manipulate men, including using a 'pheromone dust' and a deadly kiss. Dialogue is filled with double-entendres (e.g., 'grab your…
How violent is Batman & Robin?
Violence is pervasive but highly stylized and cartoonish, with no blood or gore. It consists of frequent fistfights with choreographed martial arts, kicking, and gadget use. Mr. Freeze uses his ray gun to encase numerous people in blocks of ice. The hulking…
Is the language in Batman & Robin appropriate for kids?
Language is very mild for a PG-13 film. There are a handful of uses of 'hell' and 'damn'.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Batman & Robin?
Substance use is present and plot-relevant. The villain Bane is powered by 'Venom,' a green super-steroid pumped directly into his brain through tubes, and his transformation and withdrawal are shown. Poison Ivy uses a magical 'pheromone dust' to intoxicate…
What mature themes appear in Batman & Robin?
Moderate thematic elements are present. A central plot point involves Mr. Freeze's desperate and tragic quest to cure his terminally ill wife, who is kept in cryogenic stasis. Batman's butler, Alfred, is also revealed to be suffering from the same fatal…
How long is Batman & Robin?
Batman & Robin runs 125 minutes, directed by Joel Schumacher, released in 1997.
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