Police Story 2 (1988) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
The Hong Kong super-cop must stop a group of blackmailing bombers at the same time that the villains of the first Police Story are out for revenge.
Rated PG-13 • 1988 • 1h 45m
Police Story 2 earned its PG-13 rating for pervasive martial arts action, violence, and intense sequences of peril. Following demoted police sergeant Chan Ka-kui, the film features numerous, intricately choreographed but largely bloodless fight scenes against bombers and past-nemeses. The most intense content for parents to be aware of involves large bomb explosions, the kidnapping and assault of Ka-kui's girlfriend May, and a tense… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Police Story 2 appropriate for kids?
Police Story 2 earned its PG-13 rating for pervasive martial arts action, violence, and intense sequences of peril. Following demoted police sergeant Chan Ka-kui, the film features numerous, intricately choreographed but largely bloodless fight scenes against bombers and… Read more — free account
Content severity in Police Story 2
What happens in Police Story 2, moment by moment
- 0:15 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
- 0:21 ⚔ Violence & Gore 6/10
- 0:26 ⚔ Violence & Gore 7/10
Sex and nudity in Police Story 2
This category is very mild. There is a brief scene in a police locker room where male buttocks are visible in the background of a shot. In another scene, a woman's underwear is briefly seen as her skirt is pushed up during a scuffle.
Violence and gore in Police Story 2
The film contains frequent and sustained martial arts violence typical of a Jackie Chan movie. Scenes include large-scale brawls in a restaurant and a playground, with acrobatic kicks, punches, and use of improvised weapons. More intense moments include a woman being beaten by thugs, large bomb explosions that destroy buildings, and a climactic fight in a fireworks warehouse where characters are hit with small explosives. The violence is highly choreographed and generally avoids blood and gore.
Language in Police Story 2
Language is infrequent and mild. The English-dubbed version contains uses of "bastard," and some subtitled versions include one use of "shit." Otherwise, profanity is not a significant feature of the film.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Police Story 2
Substance use is minimal. There are occasional scenes of characters smoking cigarettes or drinking alcohol socially in the background, but it is not a focus of the plot.
Mature themes in Police Story 2
Thematic content is strong for a PG-13 action film. The plot revolves around terrorism, with a gang using bombs for extortion, leading to public panic and large-scale destruction. Key themes include endangerment and kidnapping, as the main character's girlfriend is abducted and held hostage. Another intense sequence involves the hero being strapped to a live bomb vest and forced to participate in the crime.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Police Story 2 appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Police Story 2 is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. Police Story 2 earned its PG-13 rating for pervasive martial arts action, violence, and intense sequences of peril. Following demoted police sergeant Chan Ka-kui, the film features numerous, intricately choreographed…
What age rating does Police Story 2 have?
Police Story 2 is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Police Story 2 about?
Police Story 2 earned its PG-13 rating for pervasive martial arts action, violence, and intense sequences of peril. Following demoted police sergeant Chan Ka-kui, the film features numerous, intricately choreographed but largely bloodless fight scenes against bombers and past-nemeses. The most intense content for…
Is there sex or nudity in Police Story 2?
This category is very mild. There is a brief scene in a police locker room where male buttocks are visible in the background of a shot. In another scene, a woman's underwear is briefly seen as her skirt is pushed up during a scuffle.
How violent is Police Story 2?
The film contains frequent and sustained martial arts violence typical of a Jackie Chan movie. Scenes include large-scale brawls in a restaurant and a playground, with acrobatic kicks, punches, and use of improvised weapons. More intense moments include a…
Is the language in Police Story 2 appropriate for kids?
Language is infrequent and mild. The English-dubbed version contains uses of "bastard," and some subtitled versions include one use of "shit." Otherwise, profanity is not a significant feature of the film.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Police Story 2?
Substance use is minimal. There are occasional scenes of characters smoking cigarettes or drinking alcohol socially in the background, but it is not a focus of the plot.
What mature themes appear in Police Story 2?
Thematic content is strong for a PG-13 action film. The plot revolves around terrorism, with a gang using bombs for extortion, leading to public panic and large-scale destruction. Key themes include endangerment and kidnapping, as the main character's…
How long is Police Story 2?
Police Story 2 runs 105 minutes, directed by Jackie Chan, released in 1988.
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