Paul, Apostle of Christ (2018) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Luke risks his life to visit Paul in a Roman prison, where the apostle awaits execution under Nero. As Paul reflects on his past and the Christian community faces persecution, Luke resolves to record the story of the early church.
Rated PG-13 • 2018 • 1h 48m
Paul, Apostle of Christ is a biographical drama focused on the final days of the apostle Paul as he awaits execution in a Roman prison. The film is rated PG-13 primarily due to its intense, sobering depictions of historical persecution and brutality against early Christians. Parents should be aware of scenes involving torture, executions, and depictions of ancient Roman cruelty. The film is aimed at mature audiences interested in… Sign up for the full guide
Cast
Is Paul, Apostle of Christ appropriate for kids?
Paul, Apostle of Christ is a biographical drama focused on the final days of the apostle Paul as he awaits execution in a Roman prison. The film is rated PG-13 primarily due to its intense, sobering depictions of historical persecution and brutality against early Christians… Read more — free account
Content severity in Paul, Apostle of Christ
What happens in Paul, Apostle of Christ, moment by moment
- 0:12 ⚔ Violence & Gore 6/10
- 0:18 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
- 0:25 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
Sex and nudity in Paul, Apostle of Christ
None. There are no sexual scenes or nudity; one brief, non-sexual mention of rape occurs in dialogue.
Violence and gore in Paul, Apostle of Christ
Moderate. The film contains scenes of historical violence, including accounts of people being burned alive, stonings, and lashings. While some graphic moments are obscured or kept off-camera, the atmosphere remains consistently grim and violent.
Language in Paul, Apostle of Christ
None. The language is clean and avoids profanity, though there are mild, non-vulgar exclamations.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Paul, Apostle of Christ
None. There are no depictions of drug or alcohol use.
Mature themes in Paul, Apostle of Christ
Strong. The film centers on the heavy themes of martyrdom, religious persecution, death, and the struggle to maintain faith under extreme duress. It explores the psychological toll of imprisonment and the cruelty of ancient Roman governance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Paul, Apostle of Christ appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Paul, Apostle of Christ is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. Paul, Apostle of Christ is a biographical drama focused on the final days of the apostle Paul as he awaits execution in a Roman prison. The film is rated PG-13 primarily due to its intense, sobering depictions of…
What age rating does Paul, Apostle of Christ have?
Paul, Apostle of Christ is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Paul, Apostle of Christ about?
Paul, Apostle of Christ is a biographical drama focused on the final days of the apostle Paul as he awaits execution in a Roman prison. The film is rated PG-13 primarily due to its intense, sobering depictions of historical persecution and brutality against early Christians. Parents should be aware of scenes involving…
Is there sex or nudity in Paul, Apostle of Christ?
None. There are no sexual scenes or nudity; one brief, non-sexual mention of rape occurs in dialogue.
How violent is Paul, Apostle of Christ?
Moderate. The film contains scenes of historical violence, including accounts of people being burned alive, stonings, and lashings. While some graphic moments are obscured or kept off-camera, the atmosphere remains consistently grim and violent.
Is the language in Paul, Apostle of Christ appropriate for kids?
None. The language is clean and avoids profanity, though there are mild, non-vulgar exclamations.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Paul, Apostle of Christ?
None. There are no depictions of drug or alcohol use.
What mature themes appear in Paul, Apostle of Christ?
Strong. The film centers on the heavy themes of martyrdom, religious persecution, death, and the struggle to maintain faith under extreme duress. It explores the psychological toll of imprisonment and the cruelty of ancient Roman governance.
How long is Paul, Apostle of Christ?
Paul, Apostle of Christ runs 108 minutes, directed by Andrew Hyatt, released in 2018.
Where can I read the full Paul, Apostle of Christ parent guide?
Create a free Bontent account to unlock the full scene-by-scene notes, filter by your kids' ages, and save titles to your personal watchlist.
Parents also checked these movies for 13-year-olds
Sign up to filter
Movies like Paul, Apostle of Christ with similar intensity
Sign up to filter
Less intense movies for families
Sign up to filter
More drama movies with parent guides
- Interstellar parent guide
- Fight Club parent guide
- The Shawshank Redemption parent guide
- Forrest Gump parent guide
- Django Unchained parent guide
- Joker parent guide
- Titanic parent guide
- The Wolf of Wall Street parent guide
- Shutter Island parent guide
- The Dark Knight Rises parent guide
- Inglourious Basterds parent guide
- Inside Out parent guide
More movies with Bontent parent guides
- Sibyl parent guide
- The Layover parent guide
- Boiling Point parent guide
- Planet Hulk parent guide
- Ophelia parent guide
- Full Speed parent guide
- Ruby Red parent guide
- Barbie: The Princess & the Popstar parent guide
- Mr. Church parent guide
- Day Watch parent guide
- Those Happy Days parent guide
- When a Stranger Calls parent guide
- The Night Before the Exams parent guide
- Scoop parent guide
- The Librarian: Return to King Solomon's Mines parent guide
- Did You Hear About the Morgans? parent guide