
Dragon Ball Z: Wrath of the Dragon (1995) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
The Z Warriors discover an unopenable music box and are told to open it with the Dragon Balls. The contents turn out to be a warrior named Tapion who had sealed himself inside along with a monster called Hildegarn. Goku must now perfect a new technique to defeat the evil monster.
Rated PG • 1995 • 51m
This Dragon Ball Z movie earns its PG rating for sustained, non-gory animated violence and thematic intensity. The plot centers on the Z Warriors battling a giant monster named Hirudegarn that lays waste to a city, endangering civilians and defeating several main characters. The violence consists of martial arts combat and energy blasts, with some characters shown with minor bloody bruises. Thematic content is heavier than in some… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Dragon Ball Z: Wrath of the Dragon appropriate for kids?
This Dragon Ball Z movie earns its PG rating for sustained, non-gory animated violence and thematic intensity. The plot centers on the Z Warriors battling a giant monster named Hirudegarn that lays waste to a city, endangering civilians and defeating several main characters. The… Read more — free account
Content severity in Dragon Ball Z: Wrath of the Dragon
What happens in Dragon Ball Z: Wrath of the Dragon, moment by moment
- 0:01 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
- 0:03 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
- 0:18 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
Sex and nudity in Dragon Ball Z: Wrath of the Dragon
None. There is no sexual content, dialogue, or innuendo.
Violence and gore in Dragon Ball Z: Wrath of the Dragon
Contains sustained animated martial arts violence, typical of the Dragon Ball Z franchise. The monster Hirudegarn attacks a city, crushing buildings and causing widespread destruction. Characters engage in prolonged fights involving energy blasts, punches, and kicks. Some characters are shown with minor injuries like bloody bruises or scratches, but there is no graphic gore.
Language in Dragon Ball Z: Wrath of the Dragon
Language is very mild and infrequent. Some English dubs may contain a stray use of a word like "damn," but stronger profanity is absent.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Dragon Ball Z: Wrath of the Dragon
None. No characters are shown drinking, smoking, or using drugs.
Mature themes in Dragon Ball Z: Wrath of the Dragon
The primary themes involve heroism and sacrifice, but some moments are emotionally intense. The film opens with a man attempting to jump from a building, and a key plot point involves a hero begging to be killed to stop the monster sealed inside him. The monster's rampage causes mass destruction and peril for civilians, and a flashback alludes to the death of a child.
Scary moments in Dragon Ball Z: Wrath of the Dragon
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Dragon Ball Z: Wrath of the Dragon yet. Because this title is recommended for younger kids, sign up to get community-flagged jump scares, tense scenes, and startling imagery as parents submit them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dragon Ball Z: Wrath of the Dragon appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Dragon Ball Z: Wrath of the Dragon is best for ages 10+. It's rated PG. This Dragon Ball Z movie earns its PG rating for sustained, non-gory animated violence and thematic intensity. The plot centers on the Z Warriors battling a giant monster named Hirudegarn that lays waste to a city…
What age rating does Dragon Ball Z: Wrath of the Dragon have?
Dragon Ball Z: Wrath of the Dragon is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is Dragon Ball Z: Wrath of the Dragon about?
This Dragon Ball Z movie earns its PG rating for sustained, non-gory animated violence and thematic intensity. The plot centers on the Z Warriors battling a giant monster named Hirudegarn that lays waste to a city, endangering civilians and defeating several main characters. The violence consists of martial arts…
Is there sex or nudity in Dragon Ball Z: Wrath of the Dragon?
None. There is no sexual content, dialogue, or innuendo.
How violent is Dragon Ball Z: Wrath of the Dragon?
Contains sustained animated martial arts violence, typical of the Dragon Ball Z franchise. The monster Hirudegarn attacks a city, crushing buildings and causing widespread destruction. Characters engage in prolonged fights involving energy blasts, punches…
Is the language in Dragon Ball Z: Wrath of the Dragon appropriate for kids?
Language is very mild and infrequent. Some English dubs may contain a stray use of a word like "damn," but stronger profanity is absent.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Dragon Ball Z: Wrath of the Dragon?
None. No characters are shown drinking, smoking, or using drugs.
What mature themes appear in Dragon Ball Z: Wrath of the Dragon?
The primary themes involve heroism and sacrifice, but some moments are emotionally intense. The film opens with a man attempting to jump from a building, and a key plot point involves a hero begging to be killed to stop the monster sealed inside him. The…
How long is Dragon Ball Z: Wrath of the Dragon?
Dragon Ball Z: Wrath of the Dragon runs 51 minutes, directed by Mitsuo Hashimoto, released in 1995.
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