Gone in Sixty Seconds (2000) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Ex-car thief Randall Raines is forced out of retirement to save his brother Kip after a boost gone wrong. With the help of allies old and new, they race to meet the demands of notorious crime boss Raymond Calitri as the police are in hot pursuit.
Rated PG-13 • 2000 • 1h 58m
Gone in Sixty Seconds is a high-octane action film centered on reformed car thief Memphis Raines, who is blackmailed by a gangster into stealing 50 cars to save his brother's life. The film's PG-13 rating is due to sustained action violence, sensuality, and language. Parents should be aware of numerous destructive car chases, shootouts, a climactic on-screen death, and a scene of sensuality that stops short of nudity. Profanity is… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Gone in Sixty Seconds appropriate for kids?
Gone in Sixty Seconds is a high-octane action film centered on reformed car thief Memphis Raines, who is blackmailed by a gangster into stealing 50 cars to save his brother's life. The film's PG-13 rating is due to sustained action violence, sensuality, and language. Parents… Read more — free account
Content severity in Gone in Sixty Seconds
What happens in Gone in Sixty Seconds, moment by moment
- 0:05 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
- 0:10 🔥 Mature Themes 7/10
- 0:20 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
Sex and nudity in Gone in Sixty Seconds
Contains one scene of moderate sensuality without explicit nudity, and some recurring sexual innuendo. Memphis and Sway partially undress and fall onto a bed before being interrupted, with a brief view of the side of her bare breast and his hand on her nearly bare buttock. In another scene, a character straddles a gear shift to kiss another character, accompanied by suggestive dialogue. A passing reference is made to masturbation.
Violence and gore in Gone in Sixty Seconds
Moderate action violence is present throughout. The film is packed with extensive and destructive car chases resulting in numerous crashes, though injuries are rarely shown. There are shootouts and fistfights, and a character is shot in the shoulder with some blood shown. Gangsters threaten characters at gunpoint repeatedly. The main villain, Calitri, falls from a high railing to his death in the climax.
Language in Gone in Sixty Seconds
Moderate profanity is frequent. The script includes over 25 uses of "s--t", around 20 uses of "ass", and various other exclamations like "damn", "hell" and "son of a bitch". The film also includes one use of the homophobic slur "f----t", which may be particularly concerning for some viewers. Uses of "Jesus Christ" and "God" as exclamations are also present.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Gone in Sixty Seconds
Substance use is mild and mostly incidental. Characters drink beer and other alcoholic beverages socially in bar scenes and at a celebratory barbecue. A large stash of heroin is discovered in the trunk of a stolen car, which the crew promptly disposes of without using any. There is a brief passing mention of rolling a joint, but no on-screen drug use occurs.
Mature themes in Gone in Sixty Seconds
The central plot is driven by themes of blackmail and intense familial endangerment, as Memphis is forced back into a life of crime under the threat of his brother being murdered in a car crusher. The criminal lifestyle, particularly grand theft auto, is a core thematic element, portrayed in a slick, action-oriented style. Loyalty and betrayal within the criminal crew are also explored.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gone in Sixty Seconds appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Gone in Sixty Seconds is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. Gone in Sixty Seconds is a high-octane action film centered on reformed car thief Memphis Raines, who is blackmailed by a gangster into stealing 50 cars to save his brother's life. The film's PG-13 rating is due to…
What age rating does Gone in Sixty Seconds have?
Gone in Sixty Seconds is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Gone in Sixty Seconds about?
Gone in Sixty Seconds is a high-octane action film centered on reformed car thief Memphis Raines, who is blackmailed by a gangster into stealing 50 cars to save his brother's life. The film's PG-13 rating is due to sustained action violence, sensuality, and language. Parents should be aware of numerous destructive car…
Is there sex or nudity in Gone in Sixty Seconds?
Contains one scene of moderate sensuality without explicit nudity, and some recurring sexual innuendo. Memphis and Sway partially undress and fall onto a bed before being interrupted, with a brief view of the side of her bare breast and his hand on her nearly…
How violent is Gone in Sixty Seconds?
Moderate action violence is present throughout. The film is packed with extensive and destructive car chases resulting in numerous crashes, though injuries are rarely shown. There are shootouts and fistfights, and a character is shot in the shoulder with some…
Is the language in Gone in Sixty Seconds appropriate for kids?
Moderate profanity is frequent. The script includes over 25 uses of "s--t", around 20 uses of "ass", and various other exclamations like "damn", "hell" and "son of a bitch". The film also includes one use of the homophobic slur "f----t", which may be…
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Gone in Sixty Seconds?
Substance use is mild and mostly incidental. Characters drink beer and other alcoholic beverages socially in bar scenes and at a celebratory barbecue. A large stash of heroin is discovered in the trunk of a stolen car, which the crew promptly disposes of…
What mature themes appear in Gone in Sixty Seconds?
The central plot is driven by themes of blackmail and intense familial endangerment, as Memphis is forced back into a life of crime under the threat of his brother being murdered in a car crusher. The criminal lifestyle, particularly grand theft auto, is a…
How long is Gone in Sixty Seconds?
Gone in Sixty Seconds runs 118 minutes, directed by Dominic Sena, released in 2000.
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