Midnight Run (1988) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
A bounty hunter pursues a former Mafia accountant who is also being chased by a rival bounty hunter, the F.B.I., and his old mob boss after jumping bail.
Rated R • 1988 • 2h 2m
A bounty hunter must transport a bail-jumping accountant from New York to Los Angeles by any means necessary. Robert De Niro and Charles Grodin. The R rating covers language. One of the great buddy comedies.
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Is Midnight Run appropriate for kids?
A bounty hunter must transport a bail-jumping accountant from New York to Los Angeles by any means necessary. Robert De Niro and Charles Grodin. The R rating covers language. One of the great buddy comedies. Read more — free account
Content severity in Midnight Run
What happens in Midnight Run, moment by moment
- 0:05 💬 Language 6/10
- 0:12 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
- 0:22 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
Sex and nudity in Midnight Run
There is no sexual content or nudity depicted in the film. The story focuses entirely on the professional and personal conflict between the two protagonists, maintaining a complete absence of romantic or sexual subplots.
Violence and gore in Midnight Run
The film features moderate action violence, including several stylized gunfights and a high-speed car chase involving multiple vehicles. Characters are frequently placed in physical peril, though the tone remains largely comedic and the injuries are generally non-graphic. The physical altercations are consistent with a late-80s action-adventure rating.
Language in Midnight Run
Strong profanity is pervasive throughout the dialogue, serving as the primary reason for the R rating. Robert De Niro’s character uses the 'f-word' and other aggressive expletives in almost every scene to punctuate his frustration. The sheer frequency of the language makes it unsuitable for younger children, even if the context is humorous.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Midnight Run
There is no significant use of illegal drugs or alcohol abuse shown in the movie. While characters may appear in environments like bars or diners where smoking is present, there are no scenes depicting intoxication or substance dependency. The focus remains on the cross-country journey and the characters' dialogue rather than chemical use.
Mature themes in Midnight Run
A film that works because De Niro and Grodin's chemistry is genuine — two professionals who hate each other coming to respect each other across a cross-country ordeal. Grodin's slow-burn comedy is extraordinary. Worth watching back to back with Planes, Trains.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Midnight Run appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Midnight Run is best for ages 15+. It's rated R. A bounty hunter must transport a bail-jumping accountant from New York to Los Angeles by any means necessary. Robert De Niro and Charles Grodin. The R rating covers language. One of the great buddy comedies.
What age rating does Midnight Run have?
Midnight Run is officially rated R. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 15+.
What is Midnight Run about?
A bounty hunter must transport a bail-jumping accountant from New York to Los Angeles by any means necessary. Robert De Niro and Charles Grodin. The R rating covers language. One of the great buddy comedies.
Is there sex or nudity in Midnight Run?
There is no sexual content or nudity depicted in the film. The story focuses entirely on the professional and personal conflict between the two protagonists, maintaining a complete absence of romantic or sexual subplots.
How violent is Midnight Run?
The film features moderate action violence, including several stylized gunfights and a high-speed car chase involving multiple vehicles. Characters are frequently placed in physical peril, though the tone remains largely comedic and the injuries are generally…
Is the language in Midnight Run appropriate for kids?
Strong profanity is pervasive throughout the dialogue, serving as the primary reason for the R rating. Robert De Niro’s character uses the 'f-word' and other aggressive expletives in almost every scene to punctuate his frustration. The sheer frequency of the…
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Midnight Run?
There is no significant use of illegal drugs or alcohol abuse shown in the movie. While characters may appear in environments like bars or diners where smoking is present, there are no scenes depicting intoxication or substance dependency. The focus remains…
What mature themes appear in Midnight Run?
A film that works because De Niro and Grodin's chemistry is genuine — two professionals who hate each other coming to respect each other across a cross-country ordeal. Grodin's slow-burn comedy is extraordinary. Worth watching back to back with Planes, Trains.
How long is Midnight Run?
Midnight Run runs 122 minutes, directed by Martin Brest, released in 1988.
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