Over the Top (1987) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Lincoln Hawk a hard-luck big-rig trucker takes us under the glaring Las Vegas lights for all the boisterous action of the World Armwrestling Championship. Relying on wits and willpower, Hawk tries to rebuild his life by capturing the first-place prize money, and the love of the son he abandoned years earlier into the keeping of his rich, ruthless father-in-law.
Rated PG • 1987 • 1h 33m
Overall: A truck driver competes in an arm wrestling tournament in Las Vegas while fighting for custody of his son and the right to be in his life. Sylvester Stallone. PG rating — a Cannon Films production at its most earnest.
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Is Over the Top appropriate for kids?
Overall: A truck driver competes in an arm wrestling tournament in Las Vegas while fighting for custody of his son and the right to be in his life. Sylvester Stallone. PG rating — a Cannon Films production at its most earnest. Read more — free account
Content severity in Over the Top
What happens in Over the Top, moment by moment
- 0:08 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
- 0:12 💬 Language 2/10
- 0:38 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
Sex and nudity in Over the Top
None.
Violence and gore in Over the Top
Arm wrestling competition — physical but age-appropriate.
Language in Over the Top
Mild language consistent with PG.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Over the Top
None.
Mature themes in Over the Top
A father-son relationship tested by class, wealth, and the boy's grandfather's interference. The arm wrestling as a metaphor for a man's will to be part of his son's life. Earnestly delivered with complete sincerity.
Scary moments in Over the Top
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Over the Top appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Over the Top is best for ages 10+. It's rated PG. Overall: A truck driver competes in an arm wrestling tournament in Las Vegas while fighting for custody of his son and the right to be in his life. Sylvester Stallone. PG rating — a Cannon Films production at its most…
What age rating does Over the Top have?
Over the Top is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is Over the Top about?
Overall: A truck driver competes in an arm wrestling tournament in Las Vegas while fighting for custody of his son and the right to be in his life. Sylvester Stallone. PG rating — a Cannon Films production at its most earnest.
Is there sex or nudity in Over the Top?
None.
How violent is Over the Top?
Arm wrestling competition — physical but age-appropriate.
Is the language in Over the Top appropriate for kids?
Mild language consistent with PG.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Over the Top?
None.
What mature themes appear in Over the Top?
A father-son relationship tested by class, wealth, and the boy's grandfather's interference. The arm wrestling as a metaphor for a man's will to be part of his son's life. Earnestly delivered with complete sincerity.
How long is Over the Top?
Over the Top runs 93 minutes, directed by Menahem Golan, released in 1987.
Where can I read the full Over the Top parent guide?
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