Gremlins 2: The New Batch (1990) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Young sweethearts Billy and Kate move to the Big Apple, land jobs in a high-tech office park and soon reunite with the friendly and lovable Gizmo. But a series of accidents creates a whole new generation of Gremlins. The situation worsens when the devilish green creatures invade a top-secret laboratory and develop genetically altered powers, making them even harder to destroy!
Rated PG-13 • 1990 • 1h 46m
A group of mischievous creatures overruns a high-tech Manhattan skyscraper, resulting in a series of chaotic and experimental transformations. This sequel is rated PG-13 due to frequent comic-horror violence and creature-related mayhem that is zany but occasionally gruesome. While it is more satirical and less dark than the original, it is best suited for children ages 11 and up due to its monster-themed intensity and mild innuendo.
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Is Gremlins 2: The New Batch appropriate for kids?
A group of mischievous creatures overruns a high-tech Manhattan skyscraper, resulting in a series of chaotic and experimental transformations. This sequel is rated PG-13 due to frequent comic-horror violence and creature-related mayhem that is zany but occasionally gruesome… Read more — free account
Content severity in Gremlins 2: The New Batch
What happens in Gremlins 2: The New Batch, moment by moment
- 0:34 ♥ Sex & Nudity 3/10
- 0:50 🍷 Substances 3/10
- 0:54 ⚔ Violence & Gore 6/10
Sex and nudity in Gremlins 2: The New Batch
The content contains mild sexual innuendo and suggestive behavior primarily played for laughs. A female gremlin is depicted with exaggerated feminine features and pursues a human character romantically. This includes scenes where she wears heavy makeup and makes flirtatious, seductive gestures towards others.
Violence and gore in Gremlins 2: The New Batch
Moderate. Comic-horror gremlin mayhem, gruesome-but-cartoonish deaths, and creature attacks. Some blood; more zany and self-parodying than the first.
Language in Gremlins 2: The New Batch
The film features mild language that is consistent with its PG-13 rating and satirical tone. Viewers will hear occasional uses of words like 'hell' and 'damn,' as well as some light insults exchanged between the humans and monsters. No strong profanity or graphic vulgarity is present throughout the story.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Gremlins 2: The New Batch
Substance use is portrayed through the chaotic behavior of the creatures rather than realism. In several scenes, gremlins are shown drinking alcohol and celebrating in a bar-like setting within the skyscraper. These moments are brief and intended to highlight the creatures' mindless and destructive nature.
Mature themes in Gremlins 2: The New Batch
Satire of corporate culture and sequels, plus the original's responsibility theme. Wackier and less scary than the first, but still PG-13 creature violence.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gremlins 2: The New Batch appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Gremlins 2: The New Batch is best for ages 11+. It's rated PG-13. A group of mischievous creatures overruns a high-tech Manhattan skyscraper, resulting in a series of chaotic and experimental transformations. This sequel is rated PG-13 due to frequent comic-horror violence and…
What age rating does Gremlins 2: The New Batch have?
Gremlins 2: The New Batch is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 11+.
What is Gremlins 2: The New Batch about?
A group of mischievous creatures overruns a high-tech Manhattan skyscraper, resulting in a series of chaotic and experimental transformations. This sequel is rated PG-13 due to frequent comic-horror violence and creature-related mayhem that is zany but occasionally gruesome. While it is more satirical and less dark…
Is there sex or nudity in Gremlins 2: The New Batch?
The content contains mild sexual innuendo and suggestive behavior primarily played for laughs. A female gremlin is depicted with exaggerated feminine features and pursues a human character romantically. This includes scenes where she wears heavy makeup and…
How violent is Gremlins 2: The New Batch?
Moderate. Comic-horror gremlin mayhem, gruesome-but-cartoonish deaths, and creature attacks. Some blood; more zany and self-parodying than the first.
Is the language in Gremlins 2: The New Batch appropriate for kids?
The film features mild language that is consistent with its PG-13 rating and satirical tone. Viewers will hear occasional uses of words like 'hell' and 'damn,' as well as some light insults exchanged between the humans and monsters. No strong profanity or…
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Gremlins 2: The New Batch?
Substance use is portrayed through the chaotic behavior of the creatures rather than realism. In several scenes, gremlins are shown drinking alcohol and celebrating in a bar-like setting within the skyscraper. These moments are brief and intended to highlight…
What mature themes appear in Gremlins 2: The New Batch?
Satire of corporate culture and sequels, plus the original's responsibility theme. Wackier and less scary than the first, but still PG-13 creature violence.
How long is Gremlins 2: The New Batch?
Gremlins 2: The New Batch runs 106 minutes, directed by Joe Dante, released in 1990.
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