Life of Pi (2012) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
The story of an Indian boy named Pi, a zookeeper's son who finds himself in the company of a hyena, zebra, orangutan, and a Bengal tiger after a shipwreck sets them adrift in the Pacific Ocean.
Rated PG • 2012 • 2h 7m
Life of Pi is a visually stunning survival drama about a young man named Pi who is stranded at sea with a Bengal tiger named Richard Parker after a tragic shipwreck. The film is rated PG primarily for emotional themes of loss, grief, and survival, alongside several intense action sequences depicting animal combat and peril. While the tone is generally contemplative and beautiful, it touches on mature, somber subject matter, including… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Life of Pi appropriate for kids?
Life of Pi is a visually stunning survival drama about a young man named Pi who is stranded at sea with a Bengal tiger named Richard Parker after a tragic shipwreck. The film is rated PG primarily for emotional themes of loss, grief, and survival, alongside several intense… Read more — free account
Content severity in Life of Pi
What happens in Life of Pi, moment by moment
- 0:15 💬 Language 2/10
- 0:22 ⚔ Violence & Gore 4/10
- 0:48 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
Sex and nudity in Life of Pi
None. Characters are shown in swimsuits and trunks in non-sexual contexts, and there is one fleeting, non-explicit shot of a tiger's anatomy when it urinates near Pi.
Violence and gore in Life of Pi
Moderate. The film features animal-on-animal violence, including scenes where a hyena kills a zebra and an orangutan, and a tiger kills the hyena. Pi is also seen killing fish and animals for survival using tools, with minimal blood, and there are intense moments of peril during a massive storm.
Language in Life of Pi
Very mild. The term 'pissing' is mentioned briefly in reference to Pi's original name, Piscine, which he changes to avoid bullying.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Life of Pi
None. No alcohol, drug use, or smoking is depicted.
Mature themes in Life of Pi
Strong emotional themes. The story centers on the sudden loss of Pi's entire family, the struggle to survive, and a disturbing alternate account of events involving cannibalism and murder that may be upsetting to younger viewers.
Scary moments in Life of Pi
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Life of Pi 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Life of Pi appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Life of Pi is best for ages 10+. It's rated PG. Life of Pi is a visually stunning survival drama about a young man named Pi who is stranded at sea with a Bengal tiger named Richard Parker after a tragic shipwreck. The film is rated PG primarily for emotional themes…
What age rating does Life of Pi have?
Life of Pi is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is Life of Pi about?
Life of Pi is a visually stunning survival drama about a young man named Pi who is stranded at sea with a Bengal tiger named Richard Parker after a tragic shipwreck. The film is rated PG primarily for emotional themes of loss, grief, and survival, alongside several intense action sequences depicting animal combat and…
Is there sex or nudity in Life of Pi?
None. Characters are shown in swimsuits and trunks in non-sexual contexts, and there is one fleeting, non-explicit shot of a tiger's anatomy when it urinates near Pi.
How violent is Life of Pi?
Moderate. The film features animal-on-animal violence, including scenes where a hyena kills a zebra and an orangutan, and a tiger kills the hyena. Pi is also seen killing fish and animals for survival using tools, with minimal blood, and there are intense…
Is the language in Life of Pi appropriate for kids?
Very mild. The term 'pissing' is mentioned briefly in reference to Pi's original name, Piscine, which he changes to avoid bullying.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Life of Pi?
None. No alcohol, drug use, or smoking is depicted.
What mature themes appear in Life of Pi?
Strong emotional themes. The story centers on the sudden loss of Pi's entire family, the struggle to survive, and a disturbing alternate account of events involving cannibalism and murder that may be upsetting to younger viewers.
How long is Life of Pi?
Life of Pi runs 127 minutes, directed by Ang Lee, released in 2012.
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