Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade (1989) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
In 1938, an art collector appeals to eminent archaeologist Dr. Indiana Jones to embark on a search for the Holy Grail. Indy learns that a medieval historian has vanished while searching for it, and the missing man is his own father, Dr. Henry Jones Sr.. He sets out to rescue his father by following clues in the old man's notebook, which his father had mailed to him before he went missing. Indy arrives in Venice, where he enlists the help of a beautiful academic, Dr. Elsa Schneider, along with Marcus Brody and Sallah. Together they… Sign up for the full guide
Rated PG-13 • 1989 • 2h 7m
The third installment of the Indiana Jones saga, this film earns its PG-13 rating primarily for its frequent action-adventure violence and some intense, frightening sequences. While fistfights, chases, and shootouts are common, parents should be aware of several standout moments, including a man being bloodlessly decapitated, another villain graphically dying by rapid aging, and the depiction of the Nazi regime, complete with a scene… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade appropriate for kids?
The third installment of the Indiana Jones saga, this film earns its PG-13 rating primarily for its frequent action-adventure violence and some intense, frightening sequences. While fistfights, chases, and shootouts are common, parents should be aware of several standout… Read more — free account
Content severity in Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade
What happens in Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade, moment by moment
- 0:07 ⚔ Violence & Gore 4/10
- 0:16 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
- 0:25 🍷 Substances 2/10
Sex and nudity in Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade
A single, brief scene implies sexual activity. After kissing passionately, Indiana Jones and Dr. Elsa Schneider lie down together before the camera cuts away; no nudity is shown. It is later mentioned that Elsa also had a relationship with Indy's father. This content is non-explicit and played for character drama.
Violence and gore in Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade
Violence is frequent and stylized, typical of the action-adventure genre. The film includes numerous fistfights, gunfights, and large-scale chase sequences involving boats, motorcycles, a biplane, and a tank. Some deaths are more intense and graphic, including a man being decapitated (the severed head is shown, but the act is quick and not bloody), a villain who rapidly ages and turns to dust, and an instance where Indy shoots three soldiers with a single bullet, showing bloody exit wounds.
Language in Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade
Language is very mild for a PG-13 film. There are a few uses of "hell" and "damn," along with exclamatory uses of God's and Jesus's name. The word "shit" is used once during a moment of stress.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade
Substance use is minimal and incidental. Characters drink champagne and wine at social functions and during dinner. In one scene, a character briefly smokes a cigarette indoors.
Mature themes in Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade
The film deals with significant mature themes, most notably the depiction of the Nazi party in 1938 Germany. This includes a scene at a mass book-burning rally where Adolf Hitler briefly appears. The central quest involves religious artifacts and themes of faith, mortality, and eternal life. Other themes include the consequences of greed, betrayal between characters, and the peril faced by a main character who is shot and nearly dies, which is an intense and emotional moment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. The third installment of the Indiana Jones saga, this film earns its PG-13 rating primarily for its frequent action-adventure violence and some intense, frightening sequences. While fistfights, chases, and shootouts are…
What age rating does Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade have?
Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade about?
The third installment of the Indiana Jones saga, this film earns its PG-13 rating primarily for its frequent action-adventure violence and some intense, frightening sequences. While fistfights, chases, and shootouts are common, parents should be aware of several standout moments, including a man being bloodlessly…
Is there sex or nudity in Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade?
A single, brief scene implies sexual activity. After kissing passionately, Indiana Jones and Dr. Elsa Schneider lie down together before the camera cuts away; no nudity is shown. It is later mentioned that Elsa also had a relationship with Indy's father. This…
How violent is Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade?
Violence is frequent and stylized, typical of the action-adventure genre. The film includes numerous fistfights, gunfights, and large-scale chase sequences involving boats, motorcycles, a biplane, and a tank. Some deaths are more intense and graphic…
Is the language in Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade appropriate for kids?
Language is very mild for a PG-13 film. There are a few uses of "hell" and "damn," along with exclamatory uses of God's and Jesus's name. The word "shit" is used once during a moment of stress.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade?
Substance use is minimal and incidental. Characters drink champagne and wine at social functions and during dinner. In one scene, a character briefly smokes a cigarette indoors.
What mature themes appear in Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade?
The film deals with significant mature themes, most notably the depiction of the Nazi party in 1938 Germany. This includes a scene at a mass book-burning rally where Adolf Hitler briefly appears. The central quest involves religious artifacts and themes of…
How long is Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade?
Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade runs 127 minutes, directed by Steven Spielberg, released in 1989.
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