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Initial D Legend 2: Racer (2015) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

The leader of rival group Myogi NightKids, Takeshi, wants to challenge the now infamous Takumi in a race down Akina. As Takumi questions his identity as a racer, he discovers that, behind the wheel, there’s more to lose than just a simple race.

Rated PG • 2015 • 1h 0m

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This animated film, the second in a trilogy, focuses on high-speed, illegal street racing. The unrated movie's content is equivalent to a PG or mild PG-13 rating, earned primarily for intense racing sequences that place characters in peril. Parents should be aware of several scenes depicting dangerous driving on mountain roads, including near-misses and crashes, though the animated format prevents any graphic depiction of injury. With… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Hiroaki Hirata
Hiroaki Hirata
Hiroshi Tsuchida
Hiroshi Tsuchida
Maaya Uchida
Maaya Uchida
Mamoru Miyano
Mamoru Miyano
Yuichi Nakamura
Yuichi Nakamura
Junichi Suwabe
Junichi Suwabe
Minoru Shiraishi
Minoru Shiraishi
Shuhei Sakaguchi
Shuhei Sakaguchi
Daisuke Ono
Daisuke Ono
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Is Initial D Legend 2: Racer appropriate for kids?

This animated film, the second in a trilogy, focuses on high-speed, illegal street racing. The unrated movie's content is equivalent to a PG or mild PG-13 rating, earned primarily for intense racing sequences that place characters in peril. Parents should be aware of several… Read more — free account

Content severity in Initial D Legend 2: Racer

Sex None 0/10
Violence Strong 5/10
Language Moderate 3/10
Substances None 0/10
Themes Moderate 4/10

What happens in Initial D Legend 2: Racer, moment by moment

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  2. 0:15 💬 Language 2/10
  3. 0:22 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
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Sex and nudity in Initial D Legend 2: Racer

None. Sexual content is not present in the film.

Violence and gore in Initial D Legend 2: Racer

Violence is moderate and entirely vehicle-based. The film's core content consists of intense, high-speed car races on dangerous mountain roads. Characters engage in risky maneuvers like 'drifting' around corners, coming extremely close to guardrails and other cars. One or two crashes occur, but they are not graphic and characters are not shown with serious injuries, as the animated format stylizes the impact.

Language in Initial D Legend 2: Racer

Language is minimal and mild. There are a few instances of minor insults or exclamations like 'damn' used by characters in the heat of competition or out of frustration.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Initial D Legend 2: Racer

None. There is no depiction of alcohol, smoking, or drug use.

Mature themes in Initial D Legend 2: Racer

The primary themes involve rivalry, the pressure of maintaining a reputation, and a young driver's journey of self-discovery. The film's premise also inherently normalizes the culture of illegal street racing, presenting it as a respected and skillful sport, which may be a point of discussion for parents.

Scary moments in Initial D Legend 2: Racer

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Initial D Legend 2: Racer 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 Initial D Legend 2: Racer appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Initial D Legend 2: Racer is best for ages 10+. It's rated PG. This animated film, the second in a trilogy, focuses on high-speed, illegal street racing. The unrated movie's content is equivalent to a PG or mild PG-13 rating, earned primarily for intense racing sequences that place…

What age rating does Initial D Legend 2: Racer have?

Initial D Legend 2: Racer is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.

What is Initial D Legend 2: Racer about?

This animated film, the second in a trilogy, focuses on high-speed, illegal street racing. The unrated movie's content is equivalent to a PG or mild PG-13 rating, earned primarily for intense racing sequences that place characters in peril. Parents should be aware of several scenes depicting dangerous driving on…

Is there sex or nudity in Initial D Legend 2: Racer?

None. Sexual content is not present in the film.

How violent is Initial D Legend 2: Racer?

Violence is moderate and entirely vehicle-based. The film's core content consists of intense, high-speed car races on dangerous mountain roads. Characters engage in risky maneuvers like 'drifting' around corners, coming extremely close to guardrails and other…

Is the language in Initial D Legend 2: Racer appropriate for kids?

Language is minimal and mild. There are a few instances of minor insults or exclamations like 'damn' used by characters in the heat of competition or out of frustration.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Initial D Legend 2: Racer?

None. There is no depiction of alcohol, smoking, or drug use.

What mature themes appear in Initial D Legend 2: Racer?

The primary themes involve rivalry, the pressure of maintaining a reputation, and a young driver's journey of self-discovery. The film's premise also inherently normalizes the culture of illegal street racing, presenting it as a respected and skillful sport…

How long is Initial D Legend 2: Racer?

Initial D Legend 2: Racer runs 60 minutes, directed by Masamitsu Hidaka, released in 2015.

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