Priest (2011) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
In an alternate world, humanity and vampires have warred for centuries. After the last Vampire War, the veteran Warrior Priest lives in obscurity with other humans inside one of the Church's walled cities. When the Priest's niece is kidnapped by vampires, the Priest breaks his vows to hunt them down. He is accompanied by the niece's boyfriend, who is a wasteland sheriff, and a former Warrior Priestess.
Rated PG-13 • 2011 • 1h 27m
Priest is a dark, action-heavy sci-fi horror film whose PG-13 rating is earned primarily through intense and frequent sequences of stylized violence. The film follows a warrior Priest in a dystopian future as he hunts a pack of monstrous vampires who have kidnapped his niece. Parents should be aware of persistent fantasy violence, including stabbings, shootings, and creature dismemberment. The film also contains disturbing images… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Priest appropriate for kids?
Priest is a dark, action-heavy sci-fi horror film whose PG-13 rating is earned primarily through intense and frequent sequences of stylized violence. The film follows a warrior Priest in a dystopian future as he hunts a pack of monstrous vampires who have kidnapped his niece… Read more — free account
Content severity in Priest
What happens in Priest, moment by moment
- 0:03 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
- 0:09 ⚔ Violence & Gore 7/10
- 0:13 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
Sex and nudity in Priest
Sexual content is very light. One female character wears a combat outfit with a corset that exposes cleavage. Several male characters are seen shirtless briefly. There is no nudity or sexual activity.
Violence and gore in Priest
Violence is strong, frequent, and stylized. The film is packed with action sequences featuring humans fighting monstrous, non-humanoid vampires. Combat involves high-tech weaponry, bladed crosses, stabbings, and hand-to-hand fighting. While often dark and fast-paced, there are some clear shots of vampires being killed, dismembered, or exploding. Some human deaths are shown with bloody results, including a man's neck being slit and others being crucified. The overall tone is one of intense action-horror.
Language in Priest
Language is mostly mild, with the exception of a single, distinct use of "fuck". Other milder curses are infrequent.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Priest
There are minor references to alcohol and tobacco in a frontier town setting, but no on-screen consumption is shown.
Mature themes in Priest
The film explores themes of faith versus institutional dogma, as the main character must defy his religious order to do what's right. It also deals with the trauma of war, family secrets involving hidden parentage, and life under a totalitarian government. There is significant religious imagery, including crosses used as weapons and characters being crucified.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Priest appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Priest is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. Priest is a dark, action-heavy sci-fi horror film whose PG-13 rating is earned primarily through intense and frequent sequences of stylized violence. The film follows a warrior Priest in a dystopian future as he hunts a…
What age rating does Priest have?
Priest is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Priest about?
Priest is a dark, action-heavy sci-fi horror film whose PG-13 rating is earned primarily through intense and frequent sequences of stylized violence. The film follows a warrior Priest in a dystopian future as he hunts a pack of monstrous vampires who have kidnapped his niece. Parents should be aware of persistent…
Is there sex or nudity in Priest?
Sexual content is very light. One female character wears a combat outfit with a corset that exposes cleavage. Several male characters are seen shirtless briefly. There is no nudity or sexual activity.
How violent is Priest?
Violence is strong, frequent, and stylized. The film is packed with action sequences featuring humans fighting monstrous, non-humanoid vampires. Combat involves high-tech weaponry, bladed crosses, stabbings, and hand-to-hand fighting. While often dark and…
Is the language in Priest appropriate for kids?
Language is mostly mild, with the exception of a single, distinct use of "fuck". Other milder curses are infrequent.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Priest?
There are minor references to alcohol and tobacco in a frontier town setting, but no on-screen consumption is shown.
What mature themes appear in Priest?
The film explores themes of faith versus institutional dogma, as the main character must defy his religious order to do what's right. It also deals with the trauma of war, family secrets involving hidden parentage, and life under a totalitarian government…
How long is Priest?
Priest runs 87 minutes, directed by Scott Stewart, released in 2011.
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