Runaway Jury (2003) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
After a workplace shooting in New Orleans, a trial against the gun manufacturer pits lawyer Wendell Rohr against shady jury consultant Rankin Fitch, who uses illegal means to stack the jury with people sympathetic to the defense. But when juror Nicholas Easter and his girlfriend Marlee reveal their ability to sway the jury into delivering any verdict they want, a high-stakes cat-and-mouse game begins.
Rated PG-13 • 2003 • 2h 7m
Runaway Jury is a tense legal thriller rated PG-13 for its mature themes, violence, and language. The film's plot is set in motion by a mass shooting, a theme that underlies the entire story. Parents should be aware of scenes involving jury tampering and intimidation, including blackmail, arson, and a physical assault where a woman is threatened with a knife. A single use of the F-word is present, along with a scene depicting the… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Runaway Jury appropriate for kids?
Runaway Jury is a tense legal thriller rated PG-13 for its mature themes, violence, and language. The film's plot is set in motion by a mass shooting, a theme that underlies the entire story. Parents should be aware of scenes involving jury tampering and intimidation, including… Read more — free account
Content severity in Runaway Jury
What happens in Runaway Jury, moment by moment
- 0:02 ⚔ Violence & Gore 7/10
- 0:15 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
- 0:28 💬 Language 4/10
Sex and nudity in Runaway Jury
Sexual content is very light. In one scene, a woman takes off her blouse, revealing her bra straps, as she and her boyfriend embrace and kiss in a bedroom. There is no nudity or further sexual activity shown.
Violence and gore in Runaway Jury
Violence is moderate but includes some intense moments. The film opens with a mass shooting in an office building; the chaos and aftermath are shown, but the violence isn't graphically depicted. Later, a woman is stalked and attacked, slammed against a wall, and threatened with a knife before she stabs her attacker in the leg to escape. A brief scuffle also breaks out in a courtroom, and an apartment is intentionally set on fire.
Language in Runaway Jury
Language is moderate for a PG-13 rating. There is one use of the F-word in a moment of frustration. Other profanity is used infrequently and includes terms like 'shit,' 'goddamn,' and exclamatory uses of 'Jesus.'
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Runaway Jury
Substance use is moderate. Characters occasionally smoke cigarettes and drink alcohol in social settings like bars and restaurants. A significant scene involves a character being found unconscious after an apparent overdose on sleeping pills as part of a blackmail plot.
Mature themes in Runaway Jury
The film is built on strong, mature themes. The central plot revolves around the aftermath of a mass shooting and the corporate liability of a gun manufacturer. The narrative involves extensive corruption, including illegal surveillance, blackmail, intimidation, and jury tampering. A significant plot point involves a character's distress following blackmail.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Runaway Jury appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Runaway Jury is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. Runaway Jury is a tense legal thriller rated PG-13 for its mature themes, violence, and language. The film's plot is set in motion by a mass shooting, a theme that underlies the entire story. Parents should be aware of…
What age rating does Runaway Jury have?
Runaway Jury is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Runaway Jury about?
Runaway Jury is a tense legal thriller rated PG-13 for its mature themes, violence, and language. The film's plot is set in motion by a mass shooting, a theme that underlies the entire story. Parents should be aware of scenes involving jury tampering and intimidation, including blackmail, arson, and a physical assault…
Is there sex or nudity in Runaway Jury?
Sexual content is very light. In one scene, a woman takes off her blouse, revealing her bra straps, as she and her boyfriend embrace and kiss in a bedroom. There is no nudity or further sexual activity shown.
How violent is Runaway Jury?
Violence is moderate but includes some intense moments. The film opens with a mass shooting in an office building; the chaos and aftermath are shown, but the violence isn't graphically depicted. Later, a woman is stalked and attacked, slammed against a wall…
Is the language in Runaway Jury appropriate for kids?
Language is moderate for a PG-13 rating. There is one use of the F-word in a moment of frustration. Other profanity is used infrequently and includes terms like 'shit,' 'goddamn,' and exclamatory uses of 'Jesus.'
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Runaway Jury?
Substance use is moderate. Characters occasionally smoke cigarettes and drink alcohol in social settings like bars and restaurants. A significant scene involves a character being found unconscious after an apparent overdose on sleeping pills as part of a…
What mature themes appear in Runaway Jury?
The film is built on strong, mature themes. The central plot revolves around the aftermath of a mass shooting and the corporate liability of a gun manufacturer. The narrative involves extensive corruption, including illegal surveillance, blackmail…
How long is Runaway Jury?
Runaway Jury runs 127 minutes, directed by Gary Fleder, released in 2003.
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