Mortal Kombat: Annihilation (1997) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
A group of heroic warriors has only six days to save the planet in "Mortal Kombat Annihilation." To succeed they must survive the most spectacular series of challenges any human, or god, has ever encountered as they battle an evil warlord bent on taking control of Earth.
Rated PG-13 • 1997 • 1h 35m
This sequel to "Mortal Kombat" earns its PG-13 rating primarily for non-stop, stylized martial arts violence. The film is a near-constant series of fights, resulting in multiple character deaths that are sometimes abrupt and intense for a teen-rated movie, including neck-snapping, impalement, and fantastical creature attacks. Thematic elements include betrayal and the death of heroic figures. Sexual content is mild, limited to… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Mortal Kombat: Annihilation appropriate for kids?
This sequel to "Mortal Kombat" earns its PG-13 rating primarily for non-stop, stylized martial arts violence. The film is a near-constant series of fights, resulting in multiple character deaths that are sometimes abrupt and intense for a teen-rated movie, including… Read more — free account
Content severity in Mortal Kombat: Annihilation
What happens in Mortal Kombat: Annihilation, moment by moment
- 0:05 ⚔ Violence & Gore 7/10
- 0:15 ⚔ Violence & Gore 6/10
- 0:18 💬 Language 2/10
Sex and nudity in Mortal Kombat: Annihilation
Sexual content is mild. Female characters (Sonya, Kitana, Jade) consistently wear revealing, form-fitting outfits that accentuate their figures. In one scene, the warrior Jade attempts to seduce Liu Kang as part of a 'test'; she wears a particularly skimpy cloth outfit and acts suggestively, though he rejects her advances. There is no nudity or explicit sexual activity.
Violence and gore in Mortal Kombat: Annihilation
The film contains strong and pervasive martial arts violence from start to finish. Fights are highly-stylized but frequent, featuring intense combat, fantasy powers, and numerous deaths. Early in the film, a main character from the original, Johnny Cage, has his neck snapped by Shao Kahn. Other characters are killed via execution, being kicked into a pit of fire, being crushed by a large object, and in one instance, a character is grabbed and killed by a living stone gargoyle. While not gory, the action is…
Read more — free accountLanguage in Mortal Kombat: Annihilation
Language is very mild and infrequent. There is a single use of "ass" and occasional uses of words like "hell" and "damn," typically uttered during moments of peril or combat.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Mortal Kombat: Annihilation
None. There is no depiction of alcohol, tobacco, or illicit drug use.
Mature themes in Mortal Kombat: Annihilation
Moderate themes of good versus evil and saving the world are central to the plot. More mature themes include the abrupt death of several heroic characters, which may be upsetting for some viewers. The film also explores betrayal, as a character who joins the heroes is revealed to be a double agent. Familial conflict is another key theme, including a long-lost mother brainwashed into evil and the revelation that the hero Rayden and villain Shao Kahn are brothers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mortal Kombat: Annihilation appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Mortal Kombat: Annihilation is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. This sequel to "Mortal Kombat" earns its PG-13 rating primarily for non-stop, stylized martial arts violence. The film is a near-constant series of fights, resulting in multiple character deaths that are sometimes…
What age rating does Mortal Kombat: Annihilation have?
Mortal Kombat: Annihilation is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Mortal Kombat: Annihilation about?
This sequel to "Mortal Kombat" earns its PG-13 rating primarily for non-stop, stylized martial arts violence. The film is a near-constant series of fights, resulting in multiple character deaths that are sometimes abrupt and intense for a teen-rated movie, including neck-snapping, impalement, and fantastical creature…
Is there sex or nudity in Mortal Kombat: Annihilation?
Sexual content is mild. Female characters (Sonya, Kitana, Jade) consistently wear revealing, form-fitting outfits that accentuate their figures. In one scene, the warrior Jade attempts to seduce Liu Kang as part of a 'test'; she wears a particularly skimpy…
How violent is Mortal Kombat: Annihilation?
The film contains strong and pervasive martial arts violence from start to finish. Fights are highly-stylized but frequent, featuring intense combat, fantasy powers, and numerous deaths. Early in the film, a main character from the original, Johnny Cage, has…
Is the language in Mortal Kombat: Annihilation appropriate for kids?
Language is very mild and infrequent. There is a single use of "ass" and occasional uses of words like "hell" and "damn," typically uttered during moments of peril or combat.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Mortal Kombat: Annihilation?
None. There is no depiction of alcohol, tobacco, or illicit drug use.
What mature themes appear in Mortal Kombat: Annihilation?
Moderate themes of good versus evil and saving the world are central to the plot. More mature themes include the abrupt death of several heroic characters, which may be upsetting for some viewers. The film also explores betrayal, as a character who joins the…
How long is Mortal Kombat: Annihilation?
Mortal Kombat: Annihilation runs 95 minutes, directed by John R. Leonetti, released in 1997.
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