Hackers (1995) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Along with his new friends, a teenager who was arrested by the US Secret Service and banned from using a computer for writing a computer virus discovers a plot by a nefarious hacker, but they must use their computer skills to find the evidence while being pursued by the Secret Service and the evil computer genius behind the virus.
Rated PG-13 • 1995 • 1h 45m
This stylish 90s cult classic is rated PG-13 primarily for some sexuality and brief strong language. The film's rebellious, anti-authoritarian tone is its main feature, depicting a group of teenage hackers as heroes. Content includes a single use of the F-word, a very brief scene with female toplessness in a surreal dream sequence, and several scenes where the teen protagonists drink beer and smoke cigarettes. Violence is stylized and… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Hackers appropriate for kids?
This stylish 90s cult classic is rated PG-13 primarily for some sexuality and brief strong language. The film's rebellious, anti-authoritarian tone is its main feature, depicting a group of teenage hackers as heroes. Content includes a single use of the F-word, a very brief… Read more — free account
Content severity in Hackers
What happens in Hackers, moment by moment
- 0:02 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
- 0:21 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
- 0:28 🍷 Substances 4/10
Sex and nudity in Hackers
Sexuality is moderate but brief. There are a few scenes of teens kissing passionately. In one prank, an explicit personal ad is fabricated and read aloud. In a high school locker room prank, a boy's bare backside is briefly seen. The most notable moment is a surreal dream sequence which includes a very brief, dimly-lit shot of female toplessness. There are also a few instances of women wearing slightly sheer shirts.
Violence and gore in Hackers
Violence is infrequent and highly stylized, with no gore. The film opens with armed SWAT agents raiding the home of an 11-year-old child. Later, Secret Service agents with guns drawn arrest teen characters in tense scenes. The main characters are pursued by authorities in a climactic chase on rollerblades through New York City traffic. One character is briefly and non-graphically struck by his mother after being arrested.
Language in Hackers
Profanity is moderate, but earns its PG-13 rating with a single use of "f--k". Other language includes uses of "shit," "asshole," "damn," and "hell."
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Hackers
The main teenage characters are frequently shown drinking beer and smoking cigarettes in their nightclub hangout. The adult villain is often seen smoking cigars. There are also references to hard drugs in dialogue.
Mature themes in Hackers
The film's central themes involve cybercrime, rebellion against corporate and government authority, and the ethics of hacking. Characters are falsely accused of crimes, subjected to intimidation and blackmail by the villain, and face arrest. The plot also revolves around the threat of a large-scale, man-made environmental disaster (the capsizing of an oil tanker fleet).
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hackers appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Hackers is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. This stylish 90s cult classic is rated PG-13 primarily for some sexuality and brief strong language. The film's rebellious, anti-authoritarian tone is its main feature, depicting a group of teenage hackers as heroes…
What age rating does Hackers have?
Hackers is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Hackers about?
This stylish 90s cult classic is rated PG-13 primarily for some sexuality and brief strong language. The film's rebellious, anti-authoritarian tone is its main feature, depicting a group of teenage hackers as heroes. Content includes a single use of the F-word, a very brief scene with female toplessness in a surreal…
Is there sex or nudity in Hackers?
Sexuality is moderate but brief. There are a few scenes of teens kissing passionately. In one prank, an explicit personal ad is fabricated and read aloud. In a high school locker room prank, a boy's bare backside is briefly seen. The most notable moment is a…
How violent is Hackers?
Violence is infrequent and highly stylized, with no gore. The film opens with armed SWAT agents raiding the home of an 11-year-old child. Later, Secret Service agents with guns drawn arrest teen characters in tense scenes. The main characters are pursued by…
Is the language in Hackers appropriate for kids?
Profanity is moderate, but earns its PG-13 rating with a single use of "f--k". Other language includes uses of "shit," "asshole," "damn," and "hell."
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Hackers?
The main teenage characters are frequently shown drinking beer and smoking cigarettes in their nightclub hangout. The adult villain is often seen smoking cigars. There are also references to hard drugs in dialogue.
What mature themes appear in Hackers?
The film's central themes involve cybercrime, rebellion against corporate and government authority, and the ethics of hacking. Characters are falsely accused of crimes, subjected to intimidation and blackmail by the villain, and face arrest. The plot also…
How long is Hackers?
Hackers runs 105 minutes, directed by Iain Softley, released in 1995.
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