Ne Zha (2019) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
A young boy is born as the reincarnation of a demonic power, into a society that hates and fears him. Destined by prophecy to bring destruction to the world, Nezha must choose between good and evil to see if he can change his fate.
Rated NR • 2019 • 1h 50m
Ne Zha is a high-energy animated fantasy based on Chinese folklore, following a demonically-born boy struggling against his destined path of destruction. The film features frequent stylized martial arts combat, magical battles, and intense emotional stakes regarding the protagonist's ostracization. Parents should be aware of constant slapstick violence, brief moments of crude humor including partial nudity, and several scenes of… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Ne Zha appropriate for kids?
Ne Zha is a high-energy animated fantasy based on Chinese folklore, following a demonically-born boy struggling against his destined path of destruction. The film features frequent stylized martial arts combat, magical battles, and intense emotional stakes regarding the… Read more — free account
Content severity in Ne Zha
What happens in Ne Zha, moment by moment
- 0:15 ♥ Sex & Nudity 2/10
- 0:22 ♥ Sex & Nudity 2/10
- 0:28 ⚔ Violence & Gore 4/10
Sex and nudity in Ne Zha
The film contains brief instances of crude humor, including a scene where Ne Zha is shown with his pants down urinating and another scene featuring a young Ne Zha with his penis visible during a fight.
Violence and gore in Ne Zha
Frequent, fast-paced, and stylized martial arts combat is pervasive throughout the film. While the violence is animated and often slapstick in nature, characters are frequently struck, thrown against structures, set on fire, or restrained. Some scenes involve more intense combat, such as a character being punched until vomiting and destruction of a village.
Language in Ne Zha
Mild language is used sparingly, primarily involving occasional mild profanity.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Ne Zha
There is a brief instance of characters consuming alcohol during a celebratory scene.
Mature themes in Ne Zha
The film deals with heavy topics including social ostracization, parental deception, predestination, and self-sacrifice. The protagonist's struggle with his identity as a demon and the emotional weight of his parents' lies add a layer of narrative intensity.
Scary moments in Ne Zha
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Ne Zha 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 Ne Zha appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Ne Zha is best for ages 10+. It's rated NR. Ne Zha is a high-energy animated fantasy based on Chinese folklore, following a demonically-born boy struggling against his destined path of destruction. The film features frequent stylized martial arts combat, magical…
What age rating does Ne Zha have?
Ne Zha is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is Ne Zha about?
Ne Zha is a high-energy animated fantasy based on Chinese folklore, following a demonically-born boy struggling against his destined path of destruction. The film features frequent stylized martial arts combat, magical battles, and intense emotional stakes regarding the protagonist's ostracization. Parents should be…
Is there sex or nudity in Ne Zha?
The film contains brief instances of crude humor, including a scene where Ne Zha is shown with his pants down urinating and another scene featuring a young Ne Zha with his penis visible during a fight.
How violent is Ne Zha?
Frequent, fast-paced, and stylized martial arts combat is pervasive throughout the film. While the violence is animated and often slapstick in nature, characters are frequently struck, thrown against structures, set on fire, or restrained. Some scenes involve…
Is the language in Ne Zha appropriate for kids?
Mild language is used sparingly, primarily involving occasional mild profanity.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Ne Zha?
There is a brief instance of characters consuming alcohol during a celebratory scene.
What mature themes appear in Ne Zha?
The film deals with heavy topics including social ostracization, parental deception, predestination, and self-sacrifice. The protagonist's struggle with his identity as a demon and the emotional weight of his parents' lies add a layer of narrative intensity.
How long is Ne Zha?
Ne Zha runs 110 minutes, directed by Jiao Zi, released in 2019.
Where can I read the full Ne Zha parent guide?
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