Jack Reacher: Never Go Back (2016) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Years after resigning command of an elite military police unit, the nomadic, righter-of-wrongs Reacher is drawn back into the life he left behind when his friend and successor, Major Susan Turner is framed for espionage. Reacher will stop at nothing to prove her innocence and to expose the real perpetrators behind the killings of his former soldiers.
Rated PG-13 • 2016 • 1h 58m
Jack Reacher: Never Go Back is a high-stakes action thriller following Jack Reacher as he attempts to clear the name of Major Susan Turner after she is framed for espionage. The film features persistent, often brutal hand-to-hand combat and intense sequences of violence, including gunplay and a prolonged, lethal final showdown. While the story centers on military conspiracy and corruption, it includes mature themes of murder and danger… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Jack Reacher: Never Go Back appropriate for kids?
Jack Reacher: Never Go Back is a high-stakes action thriller following Jack Reacher as he attempts to clear the name of Major Susan Turner after she is framed for espionage. The film features persistent, often brutal hand-to-hand combat and intense sequences of violence… Read more — free account
Content severity in Jack Reacher: Never Go Back
What happens in Jack Reacher: Never Go Back, moment by moment
- 0:18 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
- 0:25 💬 Language 4/10
- 0:42 ⚔ Violence & Gore 6/10
Sex and nudity in Jack Reacher: Never Go Back
None, other than brief, non-sexual shots of a woman in a bra.
Violence and gore in Jack Reacher: Never Go Back
The film features frequent, intense hand-to-hand combat, gunfights, and bone-breaking violence. Several scenes involve characters being shot with brief blood splatter, and one sequence shows a man's arm and leg being broken before he is killed. The final fight is notably brutal and sustained.
Language in Jack Reacher: Never Go Back
Language is consistent with PG-13 action fare, including several uses of 'shit,' 'hell,' 'ass,' and 'bitch,' along with isolated uses of 'dickhead' and various religious expletives.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Jack Reacher: Never Go Back
Light; there are references to drug addiction, and characters are seen in environments associated with illicit drug use, though actual consumption is not the focus.
Mature themes in Jack Reacher: Never Go Back
The narrative centers on murder, government corruption, conspiracy, and the danger posed to a minor caught in the middle of a lethal hunt.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Jack Reacher: Never Go Back appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Jack Reacher: Never Go Back is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. Jack Reacher: Never Go Back is a high-stakes action thriller following Jack Reacher as he attempts to clear the name of Major Susan Turner after she is framed for espionage. The film features persistent, often brutal…
What age rating does Jack Reacher: Never Go Back have?
Jack Reacher: Never Go Back is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Jack Reacher: Never Go Back about?
Jack Reacher: Never Go Back is a high-stakes action thriller following Jack Reacher as he attempts to clear the name of Major Susan Turner after she is framed for espionage. The film features persistent, often brutal hand-to-hand combat and intense sequences of violence, including gunplay and a prolonged, lethal final…
Is there sex or nudity in Jack Reacher: Never Go Back?
None, other than brief, non-sexual shots of a woman in a bra.
How violent is Jack Reacher: Never Go Back?
The film features frequent, intense hand-to-hand combat, gunfights, and bone-breaking violence. Several scenes involve characters being shot with brief blood splatter, and one sequence shows a man's arm and leg being broken before he is killed. The final…
Is the language in Jack Reacher: Never Go Back appropriate for kids?
Language is consistent with PG-13 action fare, including several uses of 'shit,' 'hell,' 'ass,' and 'bitch,' along with isolated uses of 'dickhead' and various religious expletives.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Jack Reacher: Never Go Back?
Light; there are references to drug addiction, and characters are seen in environments associated with illicit drug use, though actual consumption is not the focus.
What mature themes appear in Jack Reacher: Never Go Back?
The narrative centers on murder, government corruption, conspiracy, and the danger posed to a minor caught in the middle of a lethal hunt.
How long is Jack Reacher: Never Go Back?
Jack Reacher: Never Go Back runs 118 minutes, directed by Edward Zwick, released in 2016.
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