Beverly Hills Ninja (1997) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Haru, an orphaned American who washes ashore in Japan and is mistaken for the great White Ninja of legend. Raised among the finest Ninjas, Haru grows strong and big - very big. With the grace of all Three Stooges rolled into one body, Haru is an embarrassment to his clan. But when a beautiful blonde pleads for his help, Haru is given one dangerous, disastrously funny chance to prove himself.
Rated PG-13 • 1997 • 1h 28m
Beverly Hills Ninja (1997) is rated PG-13 mainly for sex-related humor, martial-arts violence that includes gunshots and a bomb, and a brief drug gag. The film mixes broad physical comedy (Chris Farley's Haru) with a few real-world consequences: an on-screen murder during a counterfeiting subplot, a kidnapping, and a warehouse explosion. Parents should be aware of a strip-club scene, a very brief bare-butt gag, mild profanity, and a… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Beverly Hills Ninja appropriate for kids?
Beverly Hills Ninja (1997) is rated PG-13 mainly for sex-related humor, martial-arts violence that includes gunshots and a bomb, and a brief drug gag. The film mixes broad physical comedy (Chris Farley's Haru) with a few real-world consequences: an on-screen murder during a… Read more — free account
Content severity in Beverly Hills Ninja
What happens in Beverly Hills Ninja, moment by moment
- 0:12 ♥ Sex & Nudity 3/10
- 0:16 ♥ Sex & Nudity 3/10
- 0:18 ♥ Sex & Nudity 2/10
Sex and nudity in Beverly Hills Ninja
Mild and played for laughs: a strip-club sequence shows a dancer in underwear and bra, Haru briefly bares his butt while making a joke, and a quick silhouette shows a woman slipping off a robe. Nothing explicit or prolonged; material is comedic and brief.
Violence and gore in Beverly Hills Ninja
A mix of slapstick kung-fu and some real-world violence: fights, knife- and gun-related incidents, and a non-graphic on-screen murder during a criminal deal. Later sequences include a kidnapping, a tense warehouse fight, a bomb with a countdown, and an explosion — none are graphically gory but several result in deaths or serious peril.
Language in Beverly Hills Ninja
Mild profanity throughout — inexpensive insults and a few words like 'ass' and stronger swears reported in IMDb's guide. Language is occasional and usually delivered for comic effect rather than harsh drama.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Beverly Hills Ninja
Very light drug-related gag: a single scene where a man is given mushrooms and behaves comically; there is no sustained substance abuse or intoxication storyline.
Mature themes in Beverly Hills Ninja
Moderate themes: murder, kidnapping, wrongful accusation, and danger to adults are part of the plot (Alison's sister was killed, Haru is framed, Alison is abducted). These are treated within the film's comic-action tone but raise real stakes for characters.
Scary moments in Beverly Hills Ninja
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Beverly Hills Ninja appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Beverly Hills Ninja is best for ages 10+. It's rated PG-13. Beverly Hills Ninja (1997) is rated PG-13 mainly for sex-related humor, martial-arts violence that includes gunshots and a bomb, and a brief drug gag. The film mixes broad physical comedy (Chris Farley's Haru) with a…
What age rating does Beverly Hills Ninja have?
Beverly Hills Ninja is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is Beverly Hills Ninja about?
Beverly Hills Ninja (1997) is rated PG-13 mainly for sex-related humor, martial-arts violence that includes gunshots and a bomb, and a brief drug gag. The film mixes broad physical comedy (Chris Farley's Haru) with a few real-world consequences: an on-screen murder during a counterfeiting subplot, a kidnapping, and a…
Is there sex or nudity in Beverly Hills Ninja?
Mild and played for laughs: a strip-club sequence shows a dancer in underwear and bra, Haru briefly bares his butt while making a joke, and a quick silhouette shows a woman slipping off a robe. Nothing explicit or prolonged; material is comedic and brief.
How violent is Beverly Hills Ninja?
A mix of slapstick kung-fu and some real-world violence: fights, knife- and gun-related incidents, and a non-graphic on-screen murder during a criminal deal. Later sequences include a kidnapping, a tense warehouse fight, a bomb with a countdown, and an…
Is the language in Beverly Hills Ninja appropriate for kids?
Mild profanity throughout — inexpensive insults and a few words like 'ass' and stronger swears reported in IMDb's guide. Language is occasional and usually delivered for comic effect rather than harsh drama.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Beverly Hills Ninja?
Very light drug-related gag: a single scene where a man is given mushrooms and behaves comically; there is no sustained substance abuse or intoxication storyline.
What mature themes appear in Beverly Hills Ninja?
Moderate themes: murder, kidnapping, wrongful accusation, and danger to adults are part of the plot (Alison's sister was killed, Haru is framed, Alison is abducted). These are treated within the film's comic-action tone but raise real stakes for characters.
How long is Beverly Hills Ninja?
Beverly Hills Ninja runs 88 minutes, directed by Dennis Dugan, released in 1997.
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