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Godzilla vs. Biollante (1989) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

After the previous Godzilla attack, a miniature arms race ensues to collect his cells. Concerned over Godzilla's possible return, the Japanese government uses the cells to create a new bio-weapon, ANEB (Anti-Nuclear Energy Bacteria). They seeks the aid of geneticist Genshiro Shiragami, who's experiments result in a new mutation.

Rated PG • 1989 • 1h 45m

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This 1989 entry in the Godzilla series earns its PG rating for sustained sequences of monster-on-monster violence and some surprisingly mature themes. The plot follows a scientist, Dr. Shiragami, who merges his deceased daughter's cells with a rose and Godzilla's DNA, creating the plant-like monster Biollante. Parents should be aware of multiple intense battles between the two titans involving energy beams, biting, and impalement. The… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Kunihiko Mitamura
Kunihiko Mitamura
Yoshiko Tanaka
Yoshiko Tanaka
Masanobu Takashima
Masanobu Takashima
Kōji Takahashi
Kōji Takahashi
Toru Minegishi
Toru Minegishi
Megumi Odaka
Megumi Odaka
Toshiyuki Nagashima
Toshiyuki Nagashima
Ryūnosuke Kaneda
Ryūnosuke Kaneda
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Kazuma Matsubara
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Yasunori Yuge
Yoshiko Kuga
Yoshiko Kuga
Yasuko Sawaguchi
Yasuko Sawaguchi
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Is Godzilla vs. Biollante appropriate for kids?

This 1989 entry in the Godzilla series earns its PG rating for sustained sequences of monster-on-monster violence and some surprisingly mature themes. The plot follows a scientist, Dr. Shiragami, who merges his deceased daughter's cells with a rose and Godzilla's DNA, creating… Read more — free account

Content severity in Godzilla vs. Biollante

Sex None 0/10
Violence Strong 6/10
Language Mild 2/10
Substances None 0/10
Themes Strong 5/10

What happens in Godzilla vs. Biollante, moment by moment

  1. 0:05 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
  2. 0:26 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
  3. 0:39 ⚔ Violence & Gore 4/10
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Sex and nudity in Godzilla vs. Biollante

None. There is no sexual content, nudity, or romantic innuendo.

Violence and gore in Godzilla vs. Biollante

Violence is moderate and primarily consists of large-scale monster battles. Godzilla fights Biollante twice, with the creatures biting, impaling each other with tentacles, and firing energy beams, causing widespread destruction. Several human characters are killed, including a key character who dies during Godzilla's rampage, a scientist who is shot, and an agent who is graphically vaporized by a microwave weapon. An early scene depicts a laboratory exploding from a terrorist's bomb, which kills a main character's…

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Language in Godzilla vs. Biollante

Language is very mild. The English dub may contain isolated uses of terms like 'damn' or 'hell' during moments of peril, but there is no strong or frequent profanity.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Godzilla vs. Biollante

None. While the plot involves a fictional 'Anti-Nuclear Energy Bacteria' used as a weapon, there is no depiction of recreational drug use, smoking, or alcohol consumption.

Mature themes in Godzilla vs. Biollante

The film's core themes are mature and may be unsettling for younger viewers. The plot is driven by a scientist's intense grief following his daughter's death in a bombing. In an attempt to preserve her soul, he engages in ethically questionable genetic experiments, merging her DNA with a plant and Godzilla's cells, leading to tragic consequences. The story also touches on bio-terrorism, international espionage, and the dangers of tampering with nature.

Scary moments in Godzilla vs. Biollante

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Godzilla vs. Biollante 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 Godzilla vs. Biollante appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Godzilla vs. Biollante is best for ages 10+. It's rated PG. This 1989 entry in the Godzilla series earns its PG rating for sustained sequences of monster-on-monster violence and some surprisingly mature themes. The plot follows a scientist, Dr. Shiragami, who merges his deceased…

What age rating does Godzilla vs. Biollante have?

Godzilla vs. Biollante is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.

What is Godzilla vs. Biollante about?

This 1989 entry in the Godzilla series earns its PG rating for sustained sequences of monster-on-monster violence and some surprisingly mature themes. The plot follows a scientist, Dr. Shiragami, who merges his deceased daughter's cells with a rose and Godzilla's DNA, creating the plant-like monster Biollante. Parents…

Is there sex or nudity in Godzilla vs. Biollante?

None. There is no sexual content, nudity, or romantic innuendo.

How violent is Godzilla vs. Biollante?

Violence is moderate and primarily consists of large-scale monster battles. Godzilla fights Biollante twice, with the creatures biting, impaling each other with tentacles, and firing energy beams, causing widespread destruction. Several human characters are…

Is the language in Godzilla vs. Biollante appropriate for kids?

Language is very mild. The English dub may contain isolated uses of terms like 'damn' or 'hell' during moments of peril, but there is no strong or frequent profanity.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Godzilla vs. Biollante?

None. While the plot involves a fictional 'Anti-Nuclear Energy Bacteria' used as a weapon, there is no depiction of recreational drug use, smoking, or alcohol consumption.

What mature themes appear in Godzilla vs. Biollante?

The film's core themes are mature and may be unsettling for younger viewers. The plot is driven by a scientist's intense grief following his daughter's death in a bombing. In an attempt to preserve her soul, he engages in ethically questionable genetic…

How long is Godzilla vs. Biollante?

Godzilla vs. Biollante runs 105 minutes, directed by Kazuki Ōmori, released in 1989.

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