Red Eye (2005) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
An overnight flight to Miami quickly becomes a battle for survival when Lisa realizes her seatmate plans to use her as part of a chilling assassination plot against the Deputy Secretary of Homeland Security. If she refuses to cooperate, her own father will be killed. As the miles tick by, she's in a race against time to find a way to warn the potential victims before it's too late.
Rated PG-13 • 2005 • 1h 25m
This tense thriller earns its PG-13 rating for sustained psychological menace, intense sequences of violence, and some strong language. The plot centers on hotel manager Lisa Reisert, who is taken hostage on a red-eye flight by her seemingly charming seatmate, Jackson Rippner; he threatens to have her father killed unless she helps him facilitate a political assassination. The film's first half is a claustrophobic psychological battle… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Red Eye appropriate for kids?
This tense thriller earns its PG-13 rating for sustained psychological menace, intense sequences of violence, and some strong language. The plot centers on hotel manager Lisa Reisert, who is taken hostage on a red-eye flight by her seemingly charming seatmate, Jackson Rippner… Read more — free account
Content severity in Red Eye
What happens in Red Eye, moment by moment
- 0:08 🍷 Substances 2/10
- 0:22 🔥 Mature Themes 6/10
- 0:35 ⚔ Violence & Gore 7/10
Sex and nudity in Red Eye
Sexual content is very light and mostly thematic. A past sexual assault is a crucial part of the protagonist's backstory and is referenced as a source of trauma, but it is not depicted. In one scene, a character is briefly seen in her bra while changing. During a violent struggle, her underwear is fleetingly visible as she falls down a flight of stairs. A flight attendant makes a mistaken, off-color comment about two characters having a 'quickie' in the restroom.
Violence and gore in Red Eye
Violence is intermittent but often sudden and intense, escalating significantly in the final act. Most of the film relies on the threat of violence, with a character being held hostage under constant menace. Explicit violence includes a scene where a woman is choked and slammed against walls, then headbutted (a trickle of blood is seen). A key moment involves a character being stabbed in the throat with a pen. The climax features a man being hit by a car and killed (a pool of blood is shown), a massive explosion…
Read more — free accountLanguage in Red Eye
The film contains infrequent but strong language. The dialogue includes one use of the 'f-word'. Other profanity used includes several instances of 'shit' and 'ass', as well as a few uses of 'hell' and 'damn'. There are also numerous vain uses of 'God'.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Red Eye
Substance use is very mild. The two main characters meet at an airport bar and share one drink each before their flight. There is no other depiction of alcohol, smoking, or drug use.
Mature themes in Red Eye
The film is built on intense and sustained themes of psychological terror and coercion. The central plot involves domestic terrorism, political assassination, and a woman being held hostage via threats against her family. The protagonist's resolve is explicitly tied to her trauma from a past violent assault, a recurring theme that empowers her to fight back. The constant sense of dread and helplessness is a core element.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Red Eye appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Red Eye is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. This tense thriller earns its PG-13 rating for sustained psychological menace, intense sequences of violence, and some strong language. The plot centers on hotel manager Lisa Reisert, who is taken hostage on a red-eye…
What age rating does Red Eye have?
Red Eye is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Red Eye about?
This tense thriller earns its PG-13 rating for sustained psychological menace, intense sequences of violence, and some strong language. The plot centers on hotel manager Lisa Reisert, who is taken hostage on a red-eye flight by her seemingly charming seatmate, Jackson Rippner; he threatens to have her father killed…
Is there sex or nudity in Red Eye?
Sexual content is very light and mostly thematic. A past sexual assault is a crucial part of the protagonist's backstory and is referenced as a source of trauma, but it is not depicted. In one scene, a character is briefly seen in her bra while changing…
How violent is Red Eye?
Violence is intermittent but often sudden and intense, escalating significantly in the final act. Most of the film relies on the threat of violence, with a character being held hostage under constant menace. Explicit violence includes a scene where a woman is…
Is the language in Red Eye appropriate for kids?
The film contains infrequent but strong language. The dialogue includes one use of the 'f-word'. Other profanity used includes several instances of 'shit' and 'ass', as well as a few uses of 'hell' and 'damn'. There are also numerous vain uses of 'God'.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Red Eye?
Substance use is very mild. The two main characters meet at an airport bar and share one drink each before their flight. There is no other depiction of alcohol, smoking, or drug use.
What mature themes appear in Red Eye?
The film is built on intense and sustained themes of psychological terror and coercion. The central plot involves domestic terrorism, political assassination, and a woman being held hostage via threats against her family. The protagonist's resolve is…
How long is Red Eye?
Red Eye runs 85 minutes, directed by Wes Craven, released in 2005.
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