Once Upon a Time in the West (1968) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
As the railroad builders advance unstoppably through the Arizona desert on their way to the sea, Jill arrives in the small town of Flagstone with the intention of starting a new life.
Rated PG • 1968 • 2h 45m
A mysterious harmonica-playing man, a dangerous bandit, and a widow all converge on a piece of frontier land. Henry Fonda, Charles Bronson, Claudia Cardinale. The PG rating covers violence. One of the greatest Westerns.
Cast
Is Once Upon a Time in the West appropriate for kids?
A mysterious harmonica-playing man, a dangerous bandit, and a widow all converge on a piece of frontier land. Henry Fonda, Charles Bronson, Claudia Cardinale. The PG rating covers violence. One of the greatest Westerns. Read more — free account
Content severity in Once Upon a Time in the West
What happens in Once Upon a Time in the West, moment by moment
- 0:05 ⚔ Violence & Gore 6/10
- 0:15 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
- 0:28 ⚔ Violence & Gore 6/10
Sex and nudity in Once Upon a Time in the West
None.
Violence and gore in Once Upon a Time in the West
The opening sequence — three gunmen killed by a fourth. Shootouts. A family massacred. Classic Western violence.
Language in Once Upon a Time in the West
None of note.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Once Upon a Time in the West
None.
Mature themes in Once Upon a Time in the West
The death of the Old West by the railroad. Henry Fonda cast against type as villain. The harmonica's revelation is one of cinema's most satisfying payoffs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Once Upon a Time in the West appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Once Upon a Time in the West is best for ages 12+. It's rated PG. A mysterious harmonica-playing man, a dangerous bandit, and a widow all converge on a piece of frontier land. Henry Fonda, Charles Bronson, Claudia Cardinale. The PG rating covers violence. One of the greatest Westerns.
What age rating does Once Upon a Time in the West have?
Once Upon a Time in the West is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 12+.
What is Once Upon a Time in the West about?
A mysterious harmonica-playing man, a dangerous bandit, and a widow all converge on a piece of frontier land. Henry Fonda, Charles Bronson, Claudia Cardinale. The PG rating covers violence. One of the greatest Westerns.
Is there sex or nudity in Once Upon a Time in the West?
None.
How violent is Once Upon a Time in the West?
The opening sequence — three gunmen killed by a fourth. Shootouts. A family massacred. Classic Western violence.
Is the language in Once Upon a Time in the West appropriate for kids?
None of note.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Once Upon a Time in the West?
None.
What mature themes appear in Once Upon a Time in the West?
The death of the Old West by the railroad. Henry Fonda cast against type as villain. The harmonica's revelation is one of cinema's most satisfying payoffs.
How long is Once Upon a Time in the West?
Once Upon a Time in the West runs 165 minutes, directed by Sergio Leone, released in 1968.
Where can I read the full Once Upon a Time in the West parent guide?
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