I, Robot (2004) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Name: I, Robot
Director: Alex Proyas
Released: 2004
Duration: 115 min
Rating: 7.0

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

In 2035, where robots are commonplace and abide by the three laws of robotics, a technophobic cop investigates an apparent suicide. Suspecting that a robot may be responsible for the death, his investigation leads him to believe that humanity may be in danger.

Rated PG-13 • 2004 • 1h 55m

Directed by Alex Proyas

7.0

10K+

Average rating by Bontent members

Age

12+

A technophobic detective investigates a robot's suspected murder of its creator in 2035 and uncovers a larger conspiracy. Will Smith. Loosely based on Isaac Asimov's stories. The PG-13 rating covers action violence and robot combat. An entertaining sci-fi thriller that uses its Asimov foundation intelligently.

Cast

Will Smith

Bridget Moynahan

Alan Tudyk

James Cromwell

Bruce Greenwood

Adrian Ricard

Chi McBride

Jerry Wasserman

Fiona Hogan

Peter Shinkoda

Terry Chen

David Haysom

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Is I, Robot appropriate for kids?

Content severity in I, Robot

Sex None 0/10

Violence Strong 7/10

Language Moderate 3/10

Substances None 0/10

Themes Strong 6/10

What happens in I, Robot, moment by moment

0:12 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
0:18 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
0:22 💬 Language 3/10

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Sex and nudity in I, Robot

There is no sexual content or graphic nudity throughout the film. A scene features a man in the shower, but he is shown from the shoulders up and no private areas are visible. The focus remains on the investigative plot and the futuristic sci-fi setting.

Violence and gore in I, Robot

Robot combat — the NS-5 uprising. A highway chase with robots attempting to crush a car. Sustained action violence consistent with PG-13.

Language in I, Robot

The film contains moderate language consistent with its PG-13 rating, including occasional uses of 'sh*t,' 'hell,' and 'damn.' Some insults and aggressive dialogue are exchanged between the human characters and the machines. However, the use of profanity is relatively infrequent and serves to punctuate intense action sequences.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in I, Robot

There is no use of illegal drugs or significant depictions of alcohol consumption in the movie. The characters remain focused on the central murder investigation and the mystery of the robot conspiracy. No smoking or excessive drinking is present, maintaining a tone suitable for a general teenage audience.

Mature themes in I, Robot

The Three Laws of Robotics and their limitations — can following rules without understanding ethics lead to evil outcomes? A robot that chooses to save one life over many because the one has greater potential. Prejudice against a new class of beings.

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Is I, Robot appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests I, Robot is best for ages 12+. It's rated PG-13. A technophobic detective investigates a robot's suspected murder of its creator in 2035 and uncovers a larger conspiracy. Will Smith. Loosely based on Isaac Asimov's stories. The PG-13 rating covers action violence and…

What age rating does I, Robot have?

I, Robot is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 12+.

What is I, Robot about?

Is there sex or nudity in I, Robot?

How violent is I, Robot?

Robot combat — the NS-5 uprising. A highway chase with robots attempting to crush a car. Sustained action violence consistent with PG-13.

Is the language in I, Robot appropriate for kids?

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in I, Robot?

What mature themes appear in I, Robot?

How long is I, Robot?

I, Robot runs 115 minutes, directed by Alex Proyas, released in 2004.

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