Chernobyl: Abyss (2021) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
The aftermath of a shocking explosion at the Chernobyl nuclear power station made hundreds of people sacrifice their lives to clean up the site of the catastrophe and to successfully prevent an even bigger disaster that could have turned a large part of the European continent into an uninhabitable exclusion zone. This is their story.
Rated PG • 2021 • 2h 16m
Chernobyl: Abyss is a historical drama that follows firefighter Alexey Karpushin as he battles the immediate and long-term consequences of the 1986 nuclear disaster. Parents should be aware that the film contains frequent themes of terminal illness, severe radiation sickness, and sacrificial death. While there is no profanity, the intense depiction of the catastrophe and the physical toll of radiation on victims make this unsuitable… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Chernobyl: Abyss appropriate for kids?
Chernobyl: Abyss is a historical drama that follows firefighter Alexey Karpushin as he battles the immediate and long-term consequences of the 1986 nuclear disaster. Parents should be aware that the film contains frequent themes of terminal illness, severe radiation sickness… Read more — free account
Content severity in Chernobyl: Abyss
What happens in Chernobyl: Abyss, moment by moment
- 0:25 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
- 0:40 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
- 0:55 ♥ Sex & Nudity 2/10
Sex and nudity in Chernobyl: Abyss
The film includes mild scenes of romantic kissing and brief, non-sexual glimpses of backside nudity in a hospital setting where patients are being treated.
Violence and gore in Chernobyl: Abyss
Moderate violence focuses on the chaotic aftermath of the explosion, including scenes of firemen covered in burns, soot, and the physical suffering of radiation poisoning.
Language in Chernobyl: Abyss
None. There is no notable profanity used throughout the film.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Chernobyl: Abyss
There are brief, mild scenes involving the consumption of alcohol and incidental smoking, consistent with the era and setting.
Mature themes in Chernobyl: Abyss
The film deals heavily with the existential dread of nuclear catastrophe, the death of a young parent, the sacrifice of first responders, and the trauma of radiation-induced illness.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chernobyl: Abyss appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Chernobyl: Abyss is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG. Chernobyl: Abyss is a historical drama that follows firefighter Alexey Karpushin as he battles the immediate and long-term consequences of the 1986 nuclear disaster. Parents should be aware that the film contains…
What age rating does Chernobyl: Abyss have?
Chernobyl: Abyss is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Chernobyl: Abyss about?
Chernobyl: Abyss is a historical drama that follows firefighter Alexey Karpushin as he battles the immediate and long-term consequences of the 1986 nuclear disaster. Parents should be aware that the film contains frequent themes of terminal illness, severe radiation sickness, and sacrificial death. While there is no…
Is there sex or nudity in Chernobyl: Abyss?
The film includes mild scenes of romantic kissing and brief, non-sexual glimpses of backside nudity in a hospital setting where patients are being treated.
How violent is Chernobyl: Abyss?
Moderate violence focuses on the chaotic aftermath of the explosion, including scenes of firemen covered in burns, soot, and the physical suffering of radiation poisoning.
Is the language in Chernobyl: Abyss appropriate for kids?
None. There is no notable profanity used throughout the film.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Chernobyl: Abyss?
There are brief, mild scenes involving the consumption of alcohol and incidental smoking, consistent with the era and setting.
What mature themes appear in Chernobyl: Abyss?
The film deals heavily with the existential dread of nuclear catastrophe, the death of a young parent, the sacrifice of first responders, and the trauma of radiation-induced illness.
How long is Chernobyl: Abyss?
Chernobyl: Abyss runs 136 minutes, directed by Danila Kozlovsky, released in 2021.
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