EXIT (2019) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
At his mother's 70th birthday party, Yong-nam runs into Eui-joo, who rejected him in college. When the city is engulfed in toxic gas from a terrorist attack, the two must find a way to escape using all the techniques they learned in their college rock climbing club.
Rated PG • 2019 • 1h 43m
The South Korean disaster film "EXIT" follows two former college rock climbers, Yong-nam and Eui-joo, as they try to survive a terrorist attack that has engulfed Seoul in a deadly toxic gas. The film's content concerns stem almost entirely from intense, sustained, and realistic peril, as the characters must scale skyscrapers to escape the rising gas. There is no sexual content, gore, or significant profanity. However, the constant… Sign up for the full guide
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Is EXIT appropriate for kids?
The South Korean disaster film "EXIT" follows two former college rock climbers, Yong-nam and Eui-joo, as they try to survive a terrorist attack that has engulfed Seoul in a deadly toxic gas. The film's content concerns stem almost entirely from intense, sustained, and realistic… Read more — free account
Content severity in EXIT
What happens in EXIT, moment by moment
- 0:12 🍷 Substances 2/10
- 0:21 ⚔ Violence & Gore 6/10
- 0:26 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
Sex and nudity in EXIT
Sexual content is not present in this film. There is no nudity, innuendo, or sexual situations between characters.
Violence and gore in EXIT
Violence is moderate and primarily pertains to disaster-related peril rather than combat. A terrorist attack releases a toxic gas that causes people to choke and collapse, though without graphic detail. Several extended sequences show characters in extreme danger, climbing tall buildings, falling, and narrowly avoiding death. There is a large explosion at a gas station. A character is slapped in the face in one brief, non-injurious moment.
Language in EXIT
Language is infrequent and mild. Characters use some minor exclamations and coarse words, but there is no strong profanity.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in EXIT
Characters are shown drinking alcohol socially during a birthday party scene early in the film. Separately, the central threat is a toxic gas released as a chemical weapon, but there is no depiction of recreational drug use.
Mature themes in EXIT
The primary themes are survival, courage, and self-sacrifice in the face of a large-scale disaster. The plot is initiated by an act of terrorism, leading to mass panic and implied casualties. Characters are faced with difficult choices, such as when Yong-nam and Eui-joo are forced to give up their spots on a rescue helicopter and later redirect another rescue to save a group of students.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is EXIT appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests EXIT is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG. The South Korean disaster film "EXIT" follows two former college rock climbers, Yong-nam and Eui-joo, as they try to survive a terrorist attack that has engulfed Seoul in a deadly toxic gas. The film's content concerns…
What age rating does EXIT have?
EXIT is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is EXIT about?
The South Korean disaster film "EXIT" follows two former college rock climbers, Yong-nam and Eui-joo, as they try to survive a terrorist attack that has engulfed Seoul in a deadly toxic gas. The film's content concerns stem almost entirely from intense, sustained, and realistic peril, as the characters must scale…
Is there sex or nudity in EXIT?
Sexual content is not present in this film. There is no nudity, innuendo, or sexual situations between characters.
How violent is EXIT?
Violence is moderate and primarily pertains to disaster-related peril rather than combat. A terrorist attack releases a toxic gas that causes people to choke and collapse, though without graphic detail. Several extended sequences show characters in extreme…
Is the language in EXIT appropriate for kids?
Language is infrequent and mild. Characters use some minor exclamations and coarse words, but there is no strong profanity.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in EXIT?
Characters are shown drinking alcohol socially during a birthday party scene early in the film. Separately, the central threat is a toxic gas released as a chemical weapon, but there is no depiction of recreational drug use.
What mature themes appear in EXIT?
The primary themes are survival, courage, and self-sacrifice in the face of a large-scale disaster. The plot is initiated by an act of terrorism, leading to mass panic and implied casualties. Characters are faced with difficult choices, such as when Yong-nam…
How long is EXIT?
EXIT runs 103 minutes, directed by Lee Sang-geun, released in 2019.
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