Looper (2012) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
In the year 2044, time travel has not yet been invented but in 30 years it will have been. When the mob wants to get rid of someone, they will send their target into the past where a looper, a hired gun, like Joe is waiting to mop up. Joe is getting rich and life is good until the day the mob decides to close the loop, sending back Joe's future self for assassination.
Rated R • 2012 • 1h 58m
Looper is a gritty science-fiction thriller that earns its R rating primarily through intense, graphic violence and persistent, strong language. The plot follows Joe, a hired gun who executes targets sent from the future, only to face a moral crisis when he must assassinate his older self. Parents should be aware of scenes depicting self-mutilation, drug use, and threats against children, making this film unsuitable for younger… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Looper appropriate for kids?
Looper is a gritty science-fiction thriller that earns its R rating primarily through intense, graphic violence and persistent, strong language. The plot follows Joe, a hired gun who executes targets sent from the future, only to face a moral crisis when he must assassinate his… Read more — free account
Content severity in Looper
What happens in Looper, moment by moment
- 0:05 ⚔ Violence & Gore 7/10
- 0:12 💬 Language 6/10
- 0:25 ♥ Sex & Nudity 5/10
Sex and nudity in Looper
Contains moderate sexual content including brief, non-explicit scenes of toplessness and implied intimacy between the adult protagonists.
Violence and gore in Looper
Features severe, graphic violence throughout. This includes frequent shootings, brutal hand-to-hand combat, and a deeply disturbing sequence where a character is surgically mutilated as part of an interrogation.
Language in Looper
Strong and pervasive language is used throughout the film, including multiple uses of the 'f-word,' 'shit,' and various derogatory slurs.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Looper
Depicts recurring drug use, specifically characters applying substances to their eyes to achieve a high, along with instances of smoking and withdrawal symptoms.
Mature themes in Looper
Deals with grim, mature themes including child endangerment, the ethics of assassination, parental grief, and the psychological weight of one's own past actions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Looper appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Looper is best for ages 16+. It's rated R. Looper is a gritty science-fiction thriller that earns its R rating primarily through intense, graphic violence and persistent, strong language. The plot follows Joe, a hired gun who executes targets sent from the…
What age rating does Looper have?
Looper is officially rated R. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 16+.
What is Looper about?
Looper is a gritty science-fiction thriller that earns its R rating primarily through intense, graphic violence and persistent, strong language. The plot follows Joe, a hired gun who executes targets sent from the future, only to face a moral crisis when he must assassinate his older self. Parents should be aware of…
Is there sex or nudity in Looper?
Contains moderate sexual content including brief, non-explicit scenes of toplessness and implied intimacy between the adult protagonists.
How violent is Looper?
Features severe, graphic violence throughout. This includes frequent shootings, brutal hand-to-hand combat, and a deeply disturbing sequence where a character is surgically mutilated as part of an interrogation.
Is the language in Looper appropriate for kids?
Strong and pervasive language is used throughout the film, including multiple uses of the 'f-word,' 'shit,' and various derogatory slurs.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Looper?
Depicts recurring drug use, specifically characters applying substances to their eyes to achieve a high, along with instances of smoking and withdrawal symptoms.
What mature themes appear in Looper?
Deals with grim, mature themes including child endangerment, the ethics of assassination, parental grief, and the psychological weight of one's own past actions.
How long is Looper?
Looper runs 118 minutes, directed by Rian Johnson, released in 2012.
Where can I read the full Looper parent guide?
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