Hot Pursuit (2015) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Straight-arrow policewoman Cooper is excited and thrilled about her next assignment. Her task is to escort Daniella Riva, a wisecracking Colombian beauty, from San Antonio to Dallas so both she and her husband can testify against a drug lord. Plans go awry when Mr. Riva gets ambushed, leaving Daniella a widow. Cooper and her witness must now use their wits to escape from crooked cops and murderous gunmen, while not killing each other in the process.
Rated PG-13 • 2015 • 1h 27m
Hot Pursuit is a PG-13 action-comedy that earns its rating with frequent, though largely comedic, violence, sexual innuendo, and some drug material. The film follows Officer Cooper protecting a witness, Daniella Riva, leading to numerous shootouts and car chases where characters are shot and killed, though with minimal blood. Parents should be aware of persistent sexual humor, including cleavage-focused shots, discussions of women's… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Hot Pursuit appropriate for kids?
Hot Pursuit is a PG-13 action-comedy that earns its rating with frequent, though largely comedic, violence, sexual innuendo, and some drug material. The film follows Officer Cooper protecting a witness, Daniella Riva, leading to numerous shootouts and car chases where characters… Read more — free account
Content severity in Hot Pursuit
What happens in Hot Pursuit, moment by moment
- 0:02 ⚔ Violence & Gore 6/10
- 0:10 ⚔ Violence & Gore 7/10
- 0:22 💬 Language 4/10
Sex and nudity in Hot Pursuit
Sexual content consists mainly of innuendo and visual gags. Sofía Vergara's character frequently wears low-cut tops, and her cleavage is a recurring visual focus. There is a comedic scene where two women briefly kiss to get out of a situation, and brief views of characters in underwear or a bra. The dialogue includes jokes about menstruation and seduction.
Violence and gore in Hot Pursuit
Violence is frequent but largely comedic and not graphic. Multiple scenes feature gunfights where characters are shot and killed, but with little to no blood shown. In one scene, a man accidentally shoots his own finger off. A recurring gag involves a character being tasered and catching on fire, played for laughs. There are also several car chases, crashes, and fistfights.
Language in Hot Pursuit
The film includes some profanity, consistent with its PG-13 rating. Expect to hear words like 's--t,' 'bitch,' 'ass,' and 'piss,' as well as milder profanity like 'hell' and 'damn'. The language is used for comedic emphasis throughout the film.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Hot Pursuit
The plot revolves around taking down a drug cartel, so drugs are a central theme. One major scene involves a car crash that covers the main characters in cocaine; Officer Cooper subsequently gets high from inhaling it, and her altered state is played for comedy. There are also background scenes of characters drinking alcohol and smoking.
Mature themes in Hot Pursuit
The main themes involve loyalty, friendship, and justice. The entire plot is driven by the main characters being on the run from assassins and corrupt police, creating a constant sense of peril. The film also touches on revenge and the death of a family member, though these topics are handled within a light, comedic framework.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hot Pursuit appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Hot Pursuit is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. Hot Pursuit is a PG-13 action-comedy that earns its rating with frequent, though largely comedic, violence, sexual innuendo, and some drug material. The film follows Officer Cooper protecting a witness, Daniella Riva…
What age rating does Hot Pursuit have?
Hot Pursuit is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Hot Pursuit about?
Hot Pursuit is a PG-13 action-comedy that earns its rating with frequent, though largely comedic, violence, sexual innuendo, and some drug material. The film follows Officer Cooper protecting a witness, Daniella Riva, leading to numerous shootouts and car chases where characters are shot and killed, though with…
Is there sex or nudity in Hot Pursuit?
Sexual content consists mainly of innuendo and visual gags. Sofía Vergara's character frequently wears low-cut tops, and her cleavage is a recurring visual focus. There is a comedic scene where two women briefly kiss to get out of a situation, and brief views…
How violent is Hot Pursuit?
Violence is frequent but largely comedic and not graphic. Multiple scenes feature gunfights where characters are shot and killed, but with little to no blood shown. In one scene, a man accidentally shoots his own finger off. A recurring gag involves a…
Is the language in Hot Pursuit appropriate for kids?
The film includes some profanity, consistent with its PG-13 rating. Expect to hear words like 's--t,' 'bitch,' 'ass,' and 'piss,' as well as milder profanity like 'hell' and 'damn'. The language is used for comedic emphasis throughout the film.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Hot Pursuit?
The plot revolves around taking down a drug cartel, so drugs are a central theme. One major scene involves a car crash that covers the main characters in cocaine; Officer Cooper subsequently gets high from inhaling it, and her altered state is played for…
What mature themes appear in Hot Pursuit?
The main themes involve loyalty, friendship, and justice. The entire plot is driven by the main characters being on the run from assassins and corrupt police, creating a constant sense of peril. The film also touches on revenge and the death of a family…
How long is Hot Pursuit?
Hot Pursuit runs 87 minutes, directed by Anne Fletcher, released in 2015.
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