McHale's Navy (1997) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Retired Lieutenant Commander Quinton McHale spends his days puttering around the Caribbean in the old PT-73 selling homebrew, ice cream, and swimsuit calendars. He's brought out of retirement when his old nemesis turned the second best terrorist in the world, Major Vladikov, takes over the island of San Moreno and starts building a nuclear launch silo on it. With help from his old crew and hindrances from Captain Wallace B. Binghampton, who sank a cruise liner a while back, McHale tries to put Vladikov out of business.
Rated PG • 1997 • 1h 48m
McHale's Navy received its PG rating for its frequent but comedic action-violence. The plot centers on retired officer Quinton McHale battling a cartoonish terrorist, Major Vladikov, resulting in numerous large-scale explosions, non-graphic gunfights, and boat chases. Parents should be aware of some mild sexual innuendo, including jokes and the presence of a bikini calendar, as well as some light social drinking and cigar smoking. With… Sign up for the full guide
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Is McHale's Navy appropriate for kids?
McHale's Navy received its PG rating for its frequent but comedic action-violence. The plot centers on retired officer Quinton McHale battling a cartoonish terrorist, Major Vladikov, resulting in numerous large-scale explosions, non-graphic gunfights, and boat chases. Parents… Read more — free account
Content severity in McHale's Navy
What happens in McHale's Navy, moment by moment
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Sex and nudity in McHale's Navy
Contains mild innuendo and suggestive content. Characters look at a calendar with women in bikinis, one is seen reading from a Playboy magazine (no nudity is shown), and a few suggestive jokes are made. There is no nudity.
Violence and gore in McHale's Navy
Violence is moderate but frequent, always presented in a cartoonish and comedic action style. Expect numerous large explosions of boats and buildings, machine gun fire, a brief bar fight, and chases. A henchman is shot and killed non-graphically, and another has his ear shot off without any blood shown.
Language in McHale's Navy
Language is very mild. The word "damn" is used a few times, but there is no other profanity.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in McHale's Navy
Some casual drinking and smoking are present. McHale sells home-brewed beer to sailors, and characters are occasionally seen drinking beer or smoking cigars.
Mature themes in McHale's Navy
The main theme is a lighthearted take on terrorism, with the villain being portrayed as a comical figure. The film also includes the theme of revenge, as McHale is motivated by the fact that the villain previously killed a young boy's father. A child character is briefly put in peril.
Scary moments in McHale's Navy
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for McHale's Navy 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 McHale's Navy appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests McHale's Navy is best for ages 10+. It's rated PG. McHale's Navy received its PG rating for its frequent but comedic action-violence. The plot centers on retired officer Quinton McHale battling a cartoonish terrorist, Major Vladikov, resulting in numerous large-scale…
What age rating does McHale's Navy have?
McHale's Navy is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is McHale's Navy about?
McHale's Navy received its PG rating for its frequent but comedic action-violence. The plot centers on retired officer Quinton McHale battling a cartoonish terrorist, Major Vladikov, resulting in numerous large-scale explosions, non-graphic gunfights, and boat chases. Parents should be aware of some mild sexual…
Is there sex or nudity in McHale's Navy?
Contains mild innuendo and suggestive content. Characters look at a calendar with women in bikinis, one is seen reading from a Playboy magazine (no nudity is shown), and a few suggestive jokes are made. There is no nudity.
How violent is McHale's Navy?
Violence is moderate but frequent, always presented in a cartoonish and comedic action style. Expect numerous large explosions of boats and buildings, machine gun fire, a brief bar fight, and chases. A henchman is shot and killed non-graphically, and another…
Is the language in McHale's Navy appropriate for kids?
Language is very mild. The word "damn" is used a few times, but there is no other profanity.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in McHale's Navy?
Some casual drinking and smoking are present. McHale sells home-brewed beer to sailors, and characters are occasionally seen drinking beer or smoking cigars.
What mature themes appear in McHale's Navy?
The main theme is a lighthearted take on terrorism, with the villain being portrayed as a comical figure. The film also includes the theme of revenge, as McHale is motivated by the fact that the villain previously killed a young boy's father. A child…
How long is McHale's Navy?
McHale's Navy runs 108 minutes, directed by Bryan Spicer, released in 1997.
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