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Dragonball Evolution (2009) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

On his 18th birthday, Goku receives a mystical Dragonball as a gift from his grandfather. There are only six others like it in the whole world, and legend has it that whoever possesses all seven will be granted one perfect wish. When the arrival of a dark force triggers a tragedy, Goku and his companions are propelled into an epic quest to collect the seven Dragonballs and save the Earth from destruction.

Rated PG • 2009 • 1h 25m

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Dragonball Evolution follows teenager Goku as he embarks on a quest to gather seven mystical orbs to stop the villainous Piccolo. The film features fantasy martial arts sequences, mild suggestive themes, and moderate peril related to supernatural threats and destruction. It is rated PG primarily for its stylized action and brief, mild language. Younger viewers may find the creature designs and themes of death and destruction… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Justin Chatwin
Justin Chatwin
Chow Yun-Fat
Chow Yun-Fat
Joon Park
Joon Park
Jamie Chung
Jamie Chung
Emmy Rossum
Emmy Rossum
James Marsters
James Marsters
Randall Duk Kim
Randall Duk Kim
Ernie Hudson
Ernie Hudson
Texas Battle
Texas Battle
Shavon Kirksey
Shavon Kirksey
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Eriko Tamura
Luis Arrieta
Luis Arrieta
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Is Dragonball Evolution appropriate for kids?

Dragonball Evolution follows teenager Goku as he embarks on a quest to gather seven mystical orbs to stop the villainous Piccolo. The film features fantasy martial arts sequences, mild suggestive themes, and moderate peril related to supernatural threats and destruction. It is… Read more — free account

Content severity in Dragonball Evolution

Sex Moderate 3/10
Violence Strong 5/10
Language Mild 2/10
Substances Mild 2/10
Themes Moderate 4/10

What happens in Dragonball Evolution, moment by moment

  1. 0:10 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
  2. 0:15 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
  3. 0:22 ♥ Sex & Nudity 2/10
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Sex and nudity in Dragonball Evolution

Contains light suggestive moments, including a teenage boy imagining a girl seductively eating a strawberry, a brief shot of a woman playing with a dragon ball near her cleavage, and an instance where a character makes inappropriate physical contact with a woman. Teenage characters kiss, and mild innuendo is present throughout.

Violence and gore in Dragonball Evolution

Features fantasy-based martial arts combat including punches, kicks, and energy-based attacks. The film depicts a house collapsing on a character, a strangulation scene, and various fights against henchmen. While some combat is intense, there is no realistic gore or significant blood shown.

Language in Dragonball Evolution

Contains very mild language, including two uses of 'hell' and one instance of 'damn', along with minor insults like 'sucks' and 'crap'.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Dragonball Evolution

Features a brief scene where teenagers are seen drinking what is implied to be alcohol at a party and one character smoking a pipe.

Mature themes in Dragonball Evolution

Includes themes of grief and death, notably the murder of Goku's grandfather and the destruction of his home. The plot revolves around an ancient, destructive demon seeking to conquer the world, which introduces dark fantasy stakes.

Scary moments in Dragonball Evolution

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Dragonball Evolution 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dragonball Evolution appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Dragonball Evolution is best for ages 10+. It's rated PG. Dragonball Evolution follows teenager Goku as he embarks on a quest to gather seven mystical orbs to stop the villainous Piccolo. The film features fantasy martial arts sequences, mild suggestive themes, and moderate…

What age rating does Dragonball Evolution have?

Dragonball Evolution is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.

What is Dragonball Evolution about?

Dragonball Evolution follows teenager Goku as he embarks on a quest to gather seven mystical orbs to stop the villainous Piccolo. The film features fantasy martial arts sequences, mild suggestive themes, and moderate peril related to supernatural threats and destruction. It is rated PG primarily for its stylized…

Is there sex or nudity in Dragonball Evolution?

Contains light suggestive moments, including a teenage boy imagining a girl seductively eating a strawberry, a brief shot of a woman playing with a dragon ball near her cleavage, and an instance where a character makes inappropriate physical contact with a…

How violent is Dragonball Evolution?

Features fantasy-based martial arts combat including punches, kicks, and energy-based attacks. The film depicts a house collapsing on a character, a strangulation scene, and various fights against henchmen. While some combat is intense, there is no realistic…

Is the language in Dragonball Evolution appropriate for kids?

Contains very mild language, including two uses of 'hell' and one instance of 'damn', along with minor insults like 'sucks' and 'crap'.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Dragonball Evolution?

Features a brief scene where teenagers are seen drinking what is implied to be alcohol at a party and one character smoking a pipe.

What mature themes appear in Dragonball Evolution?

Includes themes of grief and death, notably the murder of Goku's grandfather and the destruction of his home. The plot revolves around an ancient, destructive demon seeking to conquer the world, which introduces dark fantasy stakes.

How long is Dragonball Evolution?

Dragonball Evolution runs 85 minutes, directed by James Wong, released in 2009.

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