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Collide (2016) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

An American backpacker gets involved with a ring of drug smugglers as their driver, and winds up on the run from his employers across Cologne’s autobahns.

Rated PG-13 • 2016 • 1h 38m

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Collide is an action thriller following an American backpacker named Casey who gets caught up in a high-stakes criminal heist across Germany. The film earned its PG-13 rating primarily for its frequent, frenetic automotive action and gun-related violence. Parents should be aware of moderate drug-related themes, intense car chases, and brief suggestive scenes. It is best suited for older teens comfortable with intense, fast-paced… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Nicholas Hoult
Nicholas Hoult
Felicity Jones
Felicity Jones
Anthony Hopkins
Anthony Hopkins
Ben Kingsley
Ben Kingsley
Marwan Kenzari
Marwan Kenzari
AJ
Aleksandar Jovanović
Christian Rubeck
Christian Rubeck
Erdal Yıldız
Erdal Yıldız
Clemens Schick
Clemens Schick
Johnny Palmiero
Johnny Palmiero
Joachim Król
Joachim Król
MA
Markus Andreas Klauk
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Is Collide appropriate for kids?

Collide is an action thriller following an American backpacker named Casey who gets caught up in a high-stakes criminal heist across Germany. The film earned its PG-13 rating primarily for its frequent, frenetic automotive action and gun-related violence. Parents should be aware… Read more — free account

Content severity in Collide

Sex Moderate 3/10
Violence Strong 6/10
Language Strong 5/10
Substances Moderate 4/10
Themes Strong 5/10

What happens in Collide, moment by moment

  1. 0:08 🍷 Substances 4/10
  2. 0:15 ♥ Sex & Nudity 3/10
  3. 0:22 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
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Sex and nudity in Collide

Brief scenes show romantic intimacy with passionate kissing and characters in undergarments. A scene in a trailer features a group of women who appear to be sex workers; while some are topless, their nudity is obscured by their arms.

Violence and gore in Collide

Moderate; the film relies heavily on high-speed car chases, highway collisions, and frequent exchanges of gunfire. Characters engage in hand-to-hand combat, with sequences of general mayhem and pursuit.

Language in Collide

Moderate; includes one use of the 'f-word,' eight uses of the 's-word,' and one instance of the 'a-word.'

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Collide

Moderate; the plot revolves around drug smuggling, and characters are frequently seen interacting with illegal substances.

Mature themes in Collide

The film deals with desperate criminal choices, life-threatening medical emergencies, and the consequences of associating with high-level drug dealers.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Collide appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Collide is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. Collide is an action thriller following an American backpacker named Casey who gets caught up in a high-stakes criminal heist across Germany. The film earned its PG-13 rating primarily for its frequent, frenetic…

What age rating does Collide have?

Collide is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.

What is Collide about?

Collide is an action thriller following an American backpacker named Casey who gets caught up in a high-stakes criminal heist across Germany. The film earned its PG-13 rating primarily for its frequent, frenetic automotive action and gun-related violence. Parents should be aware of moderate drug-related themes…

Is there sex or nudity in Collide?

Brief scenes show romantic intimacy with passionate kissing and characters in undergarments. A scene in a trailer features a group of women who appear to be sex workers; while some are topless, their nudity is obscured by their arms.

How violent is Collide?

Moderate; the film relies heavily on high-speed car chases, highway collisions, and frequent exchanges of gunfire. Characters engage in hand-to-hand combat, with sequences of general mayhem and pursuit.

Is the language in Collide appropriate for kids?

Moderate; includes one use of the 'f-word,' eight uses of the 's-word,' and one instance of the 'a-word.'

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Collide?

Moderate; the plot revolves around drug smuggling, and characters are frequently seen interacting with illegal substances.

What mature themes appear in Collide?

The film deals with desperate criminal choices, life-threatening medical emergencies, and the consequences of associating with high-level drug dealers.

How long is Collide?

Collide runs 98 minutes, directed by Eran Creevy, released in 2016.

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