John Wick (2014) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Ex-hitman John Wick comes out of retirement to track down the gangsters that took everything from him.
Rated R • 2014 • 1h 41m
John Wick is a high-octane action thriller centered on a retired hitman who embarks on a brutal quest for vengeance after Russian gangsters kill his puppy. The film earned its R rating for pervasive, graphic violence, frequent strong profanity, and dark themes involving murder and organized crime. It features stylized, close-quarters combat and numerous shootouts that prioritize cold-blooded execution. Viewers should be prepared for… Sign up for the full guide
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Is John Wick appropriate for kids?
John Wick is a high-octane action thriller centered on a retired hitman who embarks on a brutal quest for vengeance after Russian gangsters kill his puppy. The film earned its R rating for pervasive, graphic violence, frequent strong profanity, and dark themes involving murder… Read more — free account
Content severity in John Wick
What happens in John Wick, moment by moment
- 0:10 🔥 Mature Themes 7/10
- 0:15 ⚔ Violence & Gore 8/10
- 0:30 ♥ Sex & Nudity 2/10
Sex and nudity in John Wick
Contains brief, non-explicit scenes of social intimacy, including characters kissing in a hotel environment and background shots of women in swimwear at a lounge.
Violence and gore in John Wick
The film features persistent, intense, and bloody violence throughout. Frequent scenes of tactical shooting, hand-to-hand combat, knife fighting, and bone-breaking occur, often resulting in visible blood spray and gore. Characters are frequently shot in the head, stabbed, and killed at close range.
Language in John Wick
Strong profanity is pervasive, including numerous uses of the 'f-word', 'shit', and other derogatory terms. Many instances are delivered with aggressive intent or found in subtitles.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in John Wick
There is brief, casual depiction of drug use, including scenes where characters are seen consuming cocaine and marijuana. Alcohol consumption is present in various social and criminal settings.
Mature themes in John Wick
The narrative is driven by heavy themes of grief, loss, and the cycle of violence. John’s trauma over his wife's death and the senseless destruction of his last connection to her—his dog—set a grim, dark tone for the entire story.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is John Wick appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests John Wick is best for ages 17+. It's rated R. John Wick is a high-octane action thriller centered on a retired hitman who embarks on a brutal quest for vengeance after Russian gangsters kill his puppy. The film earned its R rating for pervasive, graphic violence…
What age rating does John Wick have?
John Wick is officially rated R. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 17+.
What is John Wick about?
John Wick is a high-octane action thriller centered on a retired hitman who embarks on a brutal quest for vengeance after Russian gangsters kill his puppy. The film earned its R rating for pervasive, graphic violence, frequent strong profanity, and dark themes involving murder and organized crime. It features…
Is there sex or nudity in John Wick?
Contains brief, non-explicit scenes of social intimacy, including characters kissing in a hotel environment and background shots of women in swimwear at a lounge.
How violent is John Wick?
The film features persistent, intense, and bloody violence throughout. Frequent scenes of tactical shooting, hand-to-hand combat, knife fighting, and bone-breaking occur, often resulting in visible blood spray and gore. Characters are frequently shot in the…
Is the language in John Wick appropriate for kids?
Strong profanity is pervasive, including numerous uses of the 'f-word', 'shit', and other derogatory terms. Many instances are delivered with aggressive intent or found in subtitles.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in John Wick?
There is brief, casual depiction of drug use, including scenes where characters are seen consuming cocaine and marijuana. Alcohol consumption is present in various social and criminal settings.
What mature themes appear in John Wick?
The narrative is driven by heavy themes of grief, loss, and the cycle of violence. John’s trauma over his wife's death and the senseless destruction of his last connection to her—his dog—set a grim, dark tone for the entire story.
How long is John Wick?
John Wick runs 101 minutes, directed by Chad Stahelski, released in 2014.
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