Cold War II (2016) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
A suspected criminal mastermind escapes from police custody, throwing the city into turmoil. With the police department now divided, rival police chiefs are forced to take their fight to the streets of Hong Kong with deadly consequences.
Rated 18A • 2016 • 1h 50m
This unrated Hong Kong political thriller continues the complex story of police rivalries and widespread corruption. The film's rating is primarily due to strong action violence, including multiple intense shootouts, car chases, and a fatal car bombing. The plot is driven by mature and complex themes of conspiracy, betrayal, and murder-for-hire, which are pervasive throughout. Parents should also be aware of some moderate profanity and… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Cold War II appropriate for kids?
This unrated Hong Kong political thriller continues the complex story of police rivalries and widespread corruption. The film's rating is primarily due to strong action violence, including multiple intense shootouts, car chases, and a fatal car bombing. The plot is driven by… Read more — free account
Content severity in Cold War II
What happens in Cold War II, moment by moment
- 0:08 ⚔ Violence & Gore 6/10
- 0:19 🔥 Mature Themes 6/10
- 0:25 🍷 Substances 5/10
Sex and nudity in Cold War II
None. Sexual content and nudity are not present in the film.
Violence and gore in Cold War II
The film features strong action violence, though it is not excessively graphic. There are multiple intense shootouts where characters are shot and killed, with some brief bloody results. Several scenes involve peril, including a character being shot in the arm and a major car chase that ends in a fatal crash. A key character is killed in a large car bombing, and other assassinations are planned or discussed.
Language in Cold War II
Moderate. According to viewer reports, the film contains some profanity. The dialogue is in Cantonese with English subtitles, and expletives are used during tense confrontations and action scenes.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Cold War II
A central plot point from a flashback sequence involves a character embezzling confiscated heroin. This drug trafficking is a key motivator for the plot, but no on-screen drug use is depicted. Characters are also occasionally shown smoking cigarettes or drinking alcohol in social or business settings.
Mature themes in Cold War II
The film is built on strong, complex, and mature themes. Pervasive political and police corruption are central to the narrative, fueling the conflict between characters. Themes of deep-seated betrayal, elaborate conspiracy, and ruthless power struggles are constant. The plot also directly involves kidnapping, murder-for-hire, and characters dealing with the deadly consequences of past actions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cold War II appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Cold War II is best for ages 15+. It's rated 18A. This unrated Hong Kong political thriller continues the complex story of police rivalries and widespread corruption. The film's rating is primarily due to strong action violence, including multiple intense shootouts…
What age rating does Cold War II have?
Cold War II is officially rated 18A. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 15+.
What is Cold War II about?
This unrated Hong Kong political thriller continues the complex story of police rivalries and widespread corruption. The film's rating is primarily due to strong action violence, including multiple intense shootouts, car chases, and a fatal car bombing. The plot is driven by mature and complex themes of conspiracy…
Is there sex or nudity in Cold War II?
None. Sexual content and nudity are not present in the film.
How violent is Cold War II?
The film features strong action violence, though it is not excessively graphic. There are multiple intense shootouts where characters are shot and killed, with some brief bloody results. Several scenes involve peril, including a character being shot in the…
Is the language in Cold War II appropriate for kids?
Moderate. According to viewer reports, the film contains some profanity. The dialogue is in Cantonese with English subtitles, and expletives are used during tense confrontations and action scenes.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Cold War II?
A central plot point from a flashback sequence involves a character embezzling confiscated heroin. This drug trafficking is a key motivator for the plot, but no on-screen drug use is depicted. Characters are also occasionally shown smoking cigarettes or…
What mature themes appear in Cold War II?
The film is built on strong, complex, and mature themes. Pervasive political and police corruption are central to the narrative, fueling the conflict between characters. Themes of deep-seated betrayal, elaborate conspiracy, and ruthless power struggles are…
How long is Cold War II?
Cold War II runs 110 minutes, directed by Leung Lok-Man, Sunny Luk Kim-Ching, released in 2016.
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