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Hikers (1997) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

A quartet of Parisians embark upon a guided hike in Corsica and end up working through the sometimes comical chaos of their individual lives.

Rated NR • 1997 • 1h 35m

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Hikers (Les randonneurs) is an unrated French dramedy about a quartet of Parisians on a guided hike in Corsica; official parental-guide entries are limited, so documented content is sparse. Expect mostly adult interpersonal material — brief kissing and implied sexual situations, regular drinking and smoking, and frank relationship talk. There is no evidence of graphic violence, but there are a few moments of physical mishap (a… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Benoît Poelvoorde
Benoît Poelvoorde
Vincent Elbaz
Vincent Elbaz
Karin Viard
Karin Viard
Géraldine Pailhas
Géraldine Pailhas
Philippe Harel
Philippe Harel
Zinedine Soualem
Zinedine Soualem
Marine Delterme
Marine Delterme
Clara Bellar
Clara Bellar
VA
Vicky Albertini
MC
Michel Casang
EC
Etienne Castelane
AC
Alexis Ceccaldi
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Is Hikers appropriate for kids?

Hikers (Les randonneurs) is an unrated French dramedy about a quartet of Parisians on a guided hike in Corsica; official parental-guide entries are limited, so documented content is sparse. Expect mostly adult interpersonal material — brief kissing and implied sexual situations… Read more — free account

Content severity in Hikers

Sex Moderate 3/10
Violence Moderate 3/10
Language Mild 2/10
Substances Mild 2/10
Themes Moderate 3/10

What happens in Hikers, moment by moment

  1. 0:09 💬 Language 2/10
  2. 0:12 ♥ Sex & Nudity 2/10
  3. 0:20 🍷 Substances 2/10
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Sex and nudity in Hikers

Light, brief sexual material is the primary on-screen intimacy reported: kisses, flirting, and implied off-screen sex; there may be one brief changing/partial-nudity moment. Nothing in available sources indicates explicit sex or graphic nudity; the tone is more romantic/awkward than erotic.

Violence and gore in Hikers

No graphic or sustained violence reported. The film contains minor physical mishaps and a short scuffle during a heated argument; injuries appear non-graphic (a twisted ankle, brief shove). These are incidental to interpersonal drama rather than action or horror.

Language in Hikers

Moderate mild-to-moderate profanity in French is likely (occasional swear words and angry exchanges). Dialogue includes raised voices and some coarse language, but there are no reports of repeated extreme slurs or pervasive f-bombs in available guides.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Hikers

Light depiction of adult substance use: characters drink alcohol socially and several smoke cigarettes while hiking and at evening stops. No verified reports of illegal drug use or on-screen overdose in the sources consulted.

Mature themes in Hikers

Adult relationship themes drive the story: infidelity, commitment anxiety, jealousy, and friendship strain recur across the trip. Emotional breakups and frank discussions about life choices appear; these are the film's central mature topics rather than traumatic abuse or child-focused harm.

Scary moments in Hikers

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Hikers 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 Hikers appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Hikers is best for ages 7+. It's rated NR. Hikers (Les randonneurs) is an unrated French dramedy about a quartet of Parisians on a guided hike in Corsica; official parental-guide entries are limited, so documented content is sparse. Expect mostly adult…

What age rating does Hikers have?

Hikers is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 7+.

What is Hikers about?

Hikers (Les randonneurs) is an unrated French dramedy about a quartet of Parisians on a guided hike in Corsica; official parental-guide entries are limited, so documented content is sparse. Expect mostly adult interpersonal material — brief kissing and implied sexual situations, regular drinking and smoking, and frank…

Is there sex or nudity in Hikers?

Light, brief sexual material is the primary on-screen intimacy reported: kisses, flirting, and implied off-screen sex; there may be one brief changing/partial-nudity moment. Nothing in available sources indicates explicit sex or graphic nudity; the tone is…

How violent is Hikers?

No graphic or sustained violence reported. The film contains minor physical mishaps and a short scuffle during a heated argument; injuries appear non-graphic (a twisted ankle, brief shove). These are incidental to interpersonal drama rather than action or…

Is the language in Hikers appropriate for kids?

Moderate mild-to-moderate profanity in French is likely (occasional swear words and angry exchanges). Dialogue includes raised voices and some coarse language, but there are no reports of repeated extreme slurs or pervasive f-bombs in available guides.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Hikers?

Light depiction of adult substance use: characters drink alcohol socially and several smoke cigarettes while hiking and at evening stops. No verified reports of illegal drug use or on-screen overdose in the sources consulted.

What mature themes appear in Hikers?

Adult relationship themes drive the story: infidelity, commitment anxiety, jealousy, and friendship strain recur across the trip. Emotional breakups and frank discussions about life choices appear; these are the film's central mature topics rather than…

How long is Hikers?

Hikers runs 95 minutes, directed by Philippe Harel, released in 1997.

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