Pokémon: Arceus and the Jewel of Life (2009) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
When the creator of the world, Arceus, comes to pass judgement on humanity for the theft of the legendary Jewel of Life, Ash and his friends are sent back in time to possibly reverse the events that led to Arceus' vendetta.
Rated G • 2009 • 1h 35m
Pokémon: Arceus and the Jewel of Life is a G-rated animated adventure where Ash Ketchum and his friends travel through time to prevent an ancient, powerful Pokémon named Arceus from destroying humanity. The film features significant fantasy battle sequences and intense peril involving legendary creatures, but maintains a standard cartoon tone without blood or graphic injury. Parents should be aware of scenes depicting temple collapses… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Pokémon: Arceus and the Jewel of Life appropriate for kids?
Pokémon: Arceus and the Jewel of Life is a G-rated animated adventure where Ash Ketchum and his friends travel through time to prevent an ancient, powerful Pokémon named Arceus from destroying humanity. The film features significant fantasy battle sequences and intense peril… Read more — free account
Content severity in Pokémon: Arceus and the Jewel of Life
What happens in Pokémon: Arceus and the Jewel of Life, moment by moment
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- 0:38 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
- 0:45 🍷 Substances 1/10
Sex and nudity in Pokémon: Arceus and the Jewel of Life
There is no sexual content in this film.
Violence and gore in Pokémon: Arceus and the Jewel of Life
The film contains extensive animated fantasy violence featuring supernatural creatures. Characters use elemental attacks like electricity, water, and energy beams, resulting in environmental destruction and slapstick-adjacent character tumbles. Because these are stylized Pokémon battles with no blood or lasting injuries, the severity is kept low.
Language in Pokémon: Arceus and the Jewel of Life
There is no profanity or offensive language in this film.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Pokémon: Arceus and the Jewel of Life
A single glass of wine is visible on a table during a dinner scene, which is incidental and non-interactive.
Mature themes in Pokémon: Arceus and the Jewel of Life
The story centers on betrayal, ancient grievances, and the moral ambiguity of characters like Marcus, who believes he is acting in the town's best interest. There are themes of sacrifice and the consequences of time travel, but these are handled in a manner accessible to children.
Scary moments in Pokémon: Arceus and the Jewel of Life
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Pokémon: Arceus and the Jewel of Life 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 Pokémon: Arceus and the Jewel of Life appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Pokémon: Arceus and the Jewel of Life is best for ages 6+. It's rated G. Pokémon: Arceus and the Jewel of Life is a G-rated animated adventure where Ash Ketchum and his friends travel through time to prevent an ancient, powerful Pokémon named Arceus from destroying humanity. The film…
What age rating does Pokémon: Arceus and the Jewel of Life have?
Pokémon: Arceus and the Jewel of Life is officially rated G. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 6+.
What is Pokémon: Arceus and the Jewel of Life about?
Pokémon: Arceus and the Jewel of Life is a G-rated animated adventure where Ash Ketchum and his friends travel through time to prevent an ancient, powerful Pokémon named Arceus from destroying humanity. The film features significant fantasy battle sequences and intense peril involving legendary creatures, but…
Is there sex or nudity in Pokémon: Arceus and the Jewel of Life?
There is no sexual content in this film.
How violent is Pokémon: Arceus and the Jewel of Life?
The film contains extensive animated fantasy violence featuring supernatural creatures. Characters use elemental attacks like electricity, water, and energy beams, resulting in environmental destruction and slapstick-adjacent character tumbles. Because these…
Is the language in Pokémon: Arceus and the Jewel of Life appropriate for kids?
There is no profanity or offensive language in this film.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Pokémon: Arceus and the Jewel of Life?
A single glass of wine is visible on a table during a dinner scene, which is incidental and non-interactive.
What mature themes appear in Pokémon: Arceus and the Jewel of Life?
The story centers on betrayal, ancient grievances, and the moral ambiguity of characters like Marcus, who believes he is acting in the town's best interest. There are themes of sacrifice and the consequences of time travel, but these are handled in a manner…
How long is Pokémon: Arceus and the Jewel of Life?
Pokémon: Arceus and the Jewel of Life runs 95 minutes, directed by Kunihiko Yuyama, released in 2009.
Where can I read the full Pokémon: Arceus and the Jewel of Life parent guide?
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