Commando (1985) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
John Matrix, the former leader of a special commando strike force that always got the toughest jobs done, is forced back into action when his young daughter is kidnapped. To find her, Matrix has to fight his way through an array of punks, killers, one of his former commandos, and a fully equipped private army. With the help of a feisty stewardess and an old friend, Matrix has only a few hours to overcome his greatest challenge: finding his daughter before she's killed.
Rated R • 1985 • 1h 30m
Overall: A retired Special Forces colonel's daughter is kidnapped to force him to assassinate a foreign leader — and he has 11 hours to get her back. Arnold Schwarzenegger. The R rating covers over-the-top action violence and one-liners.
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Is Commando appropriate for kids?
Overall: A retired Special Forces colonel's daughter is kidnapped to force him to assassinate a foreign leader — and he has 11 hours to get her back. Arnold Schwarzenegger. The R rating covers over-the-top action violence and one-liners. Read more — free account
Content severity in Commando
What happens in Commando, moment by moment
- 0:08 💬 Language 5/10
- 0:08 🔥 Mature Themes 2/10
- 0:12 ⚔ Violence & Gore 6/10
Sex and nudity in Commando
There is no sexual content or nudity featured in the film. The story focuses entirely on the rescue mission, maintaining a strictly platonic and action-oriented tone typical of 1980s thrillers.
Violence and gore in Commando
A body count in the hundreds — Schwarzenegger dispatches enemies with every available weapon. Violence that is cartoonishly extreme and self-aware.
Language in Commando
The film contains frequent use of strong language, including roughly 10 instances of the word 'f--k' and various other profanities. Much of the dialogue is delivered through stylized one-liners and aggressive verbal exchanges between the protagonist and his enemies.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Commando
Recreational drug use and alcohol consumption are not present in this movie. The characters remain focused on the tactical operation, and the R-rated content is derived from combat rather than substance abuse.
Mature themes in Commando
The film makes no pretence of seriousness — pure action movie wish fulfillment. Schwarzenegger's one-liners after each kill are the defining feature. Gleefully excessive.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Commando appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Commando is best for ages 15+. It's rated R. Overall: A retired Special Forces colonel's daughter is kidnapped to force him to assassinate a foreign leader — and he has 11 hours to get her back. Arnold Schwarzenegger. The R rating covers over-the-top action…
What age rating does Commando have?
Commando is officially rated R. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 15+.
What is Commando about?
Overall: A retired Special Forces colonel's daughter is kidnapped to force him to assassinate a foreign leader — and he has 11 hours to get her back. Arnold Schwarzenegger. The R rating covers over-the-top action violence and one-liners.
Is there sex or nudity in Commando?
There is no sexual content or nudity featured in the film. The story focuses entirely on the rescue mission, maintaining a strictly platonic and action-oriented tone typical of 1980s thrillers.
How violent is Commando?
A body count in the hundreds — Schwarzenegger dispatches enemies with every available weapon. Violence that is cartoonishly extreme and self-aware.
Is the language in Commando appropriate for kids?
The film contains frequent use of strong language, including roughly 10 instances of the word 'f--k' and various other profanities. Much of the dialogue is delivered through stylized one-liners and aggressive verbal exchanges between the protagonist and his…
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Commando?
Recreational drug use and alcohol consumption are not present in this movie. The characters remain focused on the tactical operation, and the R-rated content is derived from combat rather than substance abuse.
What mature themes appear in Commando?
The film makes no pretence of seriousness — pure action movie wish fulfillment. Schwarzenegger's one-liners after each kill are the defining feature. Gleefully excessive.
How long is Commando?
Commando runs 90 minutes, directed by Mark L. Lester, released in 1985.
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