Creed III (2023) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
After dominating the boxing world, Adonis Creed has thrived in his career and family life. When a childhood friend and former boxing prodigy, Damian Anderson, resurfaces after serving a long sentence in prison, he is eager to prove that he deserves his shot in the ring. The face-off between former friends is more than just a fight. To settle the score, Adonis must put his future on the line to battle Damian — a fighter with nothing to lose.
Rated PG-13 • 2023 • 1h 56m
Creed III explores the volatile reunion between Adonis Creed and his childhood friend Damian Anderson, whose release from prison triggers a brutal collision of their pasts and futures. The film is rated PG-13 for its intense, sustained boxing sequences and heavy emotional themes regarding abandonment and trauma. Parents should be aware of frequent profanity, aggressive sporting violence, and characters dealing with the consequences of… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Creed III appropriate for kids?
Creed III explores the volatile reunion between Adonis Creed and his childhood friend Damian Anderson, whose release from prison triggers a brutal collision of their pasts and futures. The film is rated PG-13 for its intense, sustained boxing sequences and heavy emotional themes… Read more — free account
Content severity in Creed III
What happens in Creed III, moment by moment
- 0:08 ⚔ Violence & Gore 4/10
- 0:12 🍷 Substances 2/10
- 0:15 ♥ Sex & Nudity 3/10
Sex and nudity in Creed III
Content is mild and limited. There are brief romantic embraces, suggestive dialogue between husband and wife, and background images of scantily clad women in a boxing ring setting.
Violence and gore in Creed III
Violence is frequent and moderate, focusing on realistic boxing matches. Punches are shown in slow motion, characters suffer injuries including swelling and blood, and there is one scene of an explicit, painful tooth loss. The violence is intended to show the physical toll and stakes of the sport.
Language in Creed III
Language is moderate and pervasive throughout, including common profanities. Notably, the film features the frequent use of racial slurs within the soundtrack and occasional harsh language.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Creed III
Substance use is light and incidental. Characters are occasionally shown drinking, and there is a poster in the background that briefly mentions cannabis usage.
Mature themes in Creed III
Themes are strong and central to the plot, covering the pain of long-term imprisonment, foster home abuse, parental loss, and the burden of keeping secrets from family. The film deals with complex feelings of guilt and the psychological pressure of professional sports.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Creed III appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Creed III is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. Creed III explores the volatile reunion between Adonis Creed and his childhood friend Damian Anderson, whose release from prison triggers a brutal collision of their pasts and futures. The film is rated PG-13 for its…
What age rating does Creed III have?
Creed III is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Creed III about?
Creed III explores the volatile reunion between Adonis Creed and his childhood friend Damian Anderson, whose release from prison triggers a brutal collision of their pasts and futures. The film is rated PG-13 for its intense, sustained boxing sequences and heavy emotional themes regarding abandonment and trauma…
Is there sex or nudity in Creed III?
Content is mild and limited. There are brief romantic embraces, suggestive dialogue between husband and wife, and background images of scantily clad women in a boxing ring setting.
How violent is Creed III?
Violence is frequent and moderate, focusing on realistic boxing matches. Punches are shown in slow motion, characters suffer injuries including swelling and blood, and there is one scene of an explicit, painful tooth loss. The violence is intended to show the…
Is the language in Creed III appropriate for kids?
Language is moderate and pervasive throughout, including common profanities. Notably, the film features the frequent use of racial slurs within the soundtrack and occasional harsh language.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Creed III?
Substance use is light and incidental. Characters are occasionally shown drinking, and there is a poster in the background that briefly mentions cannabis usage.
What mature themes appear in Creed III?
Themes are strong and central to the plot, covering the pain of long-term imprisonment, foster home abuse, parental loss, and the burden of keeping secrets from family. The film deals with complex feelings of guilt and the psychological pressure of…
How long is Creed III?
Creed III runs 116 minutes, directed by Michael B. Jordan, released in 2023.
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