Pacific Rim: Uprising (2018) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
It has been ten years since The Battle of the Breach and the oceans are still, but restless. Vindicated by the victory at the Breach, the Jaeger program has evolved into the most powerful global defense force in human history. The PPDC now calls upon the best and brightest to rise up and become the next generation of heroes when the Kaiju threat returns.
Rated PG-13 • 2018 • 1h 51m
Pacific Rim: Uprising features large-scale destruction and intense robot-versus-monster battles that justify its PG-13 rating. The narrative centers on Jake Pentecost and his fellow Jaeger pilots as they defend Earth against a resurgent alien threat, involving frequent combat, weapon use, and urban devastation. Parents should note scenes of human casualties, intense peril, and mild language throughout the 111-minute runtime. The film… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Pacific Rim: Uprising appropriate for kids?
Pacific Rim: Uprising features large-scale destruction and intense robot-versus-monster battles that justify its PG-13 rating. The narrative centers on Jake Pentecost and his fellow Jaeger pilots as they defend Earth against a resurgent alien threat, involving frequent combat… Read more — free account
Content severity in Pacific Rim: Uprising
What happens in Pacific Rim: Uprising, moment by moment
- 0:05 ♥ Sex & Nudity 3/10
- 0:12 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
- 0:25 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
Sex and nudity in Pacific Rim: Uprising
The film contains a brief party scene with women wearing skimpy bikinis, with some side-breast visibility.
Violence and gore in Pacific Rim: Uprising
Action sequences are intense and sustained, featuring giant robots and monsters fighting through cities, resulting in massive property destruction and collateral human casualties. Specific combat includes punch-ups, robot decapitations, stabbings, and one scene where a character displays a burnt, injured arm. While much of the violence is directed at machines, humans are seen scrambling for cover and being crushed by falling debris.
Language in Pacific Rim: Uprising
Mild profanity is present, including uses of 'bastard,' 'ass,' and 'hell.'
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Pacific Rim: Uprising
Characters are briefly shown sharing beer on a couple of occasions.
Mature themes in Pacific Rim: Uprising
The film deals with themes of loss and duty, notably the death of a major character and the emotional trauma of a young girl witnessing the death of her parents during a previous monster attack.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pacific Rim: Uprising appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Pacific Rim: Uprising is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. Pacific Rim: Uprising features large-scale destruction and intense robot-versus-monster battles that justify its PG-13 rating. The narrative centers on Jake Pentecost and his fellow Jaeger pilots as they defend Earth…
What age rating does Pacific Rim: Uprising have?
Pacific Rim: Uprising is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Pacific Rim: Uprising about?
Pacific Rim: Uprising features large-scale destruction and intense robot-versus-monster battles that justify its PG-13 rating. The narrative centers on Jake Pentecost and his fellow Jaeger pilots as they defend Earth against a resurgent alien threat, involving frequent combat, weapon use, and urban devastation…
Is there sex or nudity in Pacific Rim: Uprising?
The film contains a brief party scene with women wearing skimpy bikinis, with some side-breast visibility.
How violent is Pacific Rim: Uprising?
Action sequences are intense and sustained, featuring giant robots and monsters fighting through cities, resulting in massive property destruction and collateral human casualties. Specific combat includes punch-ups, robot decapitations, stabbings, and one…
Is the language in Pacific Rim: Uprising appropriate for kids?
Mild profanity is present, including uses of 'bastard,' 'ass,' and 'hell.'
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Pacific Rim: Uprising?
Characters are briefly shown sharing beer on a couple of occasions.
What mature themes appear in Pacific Rim: Uprising?
The film deals with themes of loss and duty, notably the death of a major character and the emotional trauma of a young girl witnessing the death of her parents during a previous monster attack.
How long is Pacific Rim: Uprising?
Pacific Rim: Uprising runs 111 minutes, directed by Steven S. DeKnight, released in 2018.
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