Superman/Shazam!: The Return of Black Adam (2010) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Chosen the world’s protector against the Seven Deadly Enemies of Man – pride, envy, greed, hatred, selfishness, laziness and injustice – young Billy Batson accepts his destiny as Captain Marvel. Battling alongside Superman against nefarious Black Adam, Billy soon discovers the challenge super heroes ultimately face: is it revenge or justice?
Rated PG • 2010 • 25m
Superman/Shazam!: The Return of Black Adam is a brief animated feature following young Billy Batson as he is chosen to become the champion Captain Marvel. The film explores themes of justice and vengeance as Billy and Superman confront the dangerous Black Adam. Parents should be aware that the film features superhero-style combat, moments of peril for a child, and an intense climactic sequence involving death. It is generally suitable… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Superman/Shazam!: The Return of Black Adam appropriate for kids?
Superman/Shazam!: The Return of Black Adam is a brief animated feature following young Billy Batson as he is chosen to become the champion Captain Marvel. The film explores themes of justice and vengeance as Billy and Superman confront the dangerous Black Adam. Parents should be… Read more — free account
Content severity in Superman/Shazam!: The Return of Black Adam
What happens in Superman/Shazam!: The Return of Black Adam, moment by moment
- 0:04 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
- 0:07 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
- 0:09 💬 Language 3/10
Sex and nudity in Superman/Shazam!: The Return of Black Adam
There is no sexual content in this film.
Violence and gore in Superman/Shazam!: The Return of Black Adam
The film contains moderate superhero-style violence, including punching, energy blasts, and property destruction. Black Adam uses his powers to threaten and intimidate, including a scene where he drops a hostage from a great height. The climax involves a character aging rapidly and dying on-screen as a result of his hubris.
Language in Superman/Shazam!: The Return of Black Adam
Language is mild, featuring a single use of the word 'ass' and an off-hand mention of 'crap'.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Superman/Shazam!: The Return of Black Adam
There is a brief, incidental depiction of a character appearing to be homeless, with minor allusions to substance misuse issues common to that demographic setting, though no actual drug use is depicted on-screen.
Mature themes in Superman/Shazam!: The Return of Black Adam
The film deals with themes of vengeance, justice, abandonment, and the loss of innocence. The concept of death by rapid aging is a major plot point, and the villain's cruel behavior toward children and civilians is a recurring source of tension.
Scary moments in Superman/Shazam!: The Return of Black Adam
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Superman/Shazam!: The Return of Black Adam 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 Superman/Shazam!: The Return of Black Adam appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Superman/Shazam!: The Return of Black Adam is best for ages 10+. It's rated PG. Superman/Shazam!: The Return of Black Adam is a brief animated feature following young Billy Batson as he is chosen to become the champion Captain Marvel. The film explores themes of justice and vengeance as Billy and…
What age rating does Superman/Shazam!: The Return of Black Adam have?
Superman/Shazam!: The Return of Black Adam is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is Superman/Shazam!: The Return of Black Adam about?
Superman/Shazam!: The Return of Black Adam is a brief animated feature following young Billy Batson as he is chosen to become the champion Captain Marvel. The film explores themes of justice and vengeance as Billy and Superman confront the dangerous Black Adam. Parents should be aware that the film features…
Is there sex or nudity in Superman/Shazam!: The Return of Black Adam?
There is no sexual content in this film.
How violent is Superman/Shazam!: The Return of Black Adam?
The film contains moderate superhero-style violence, including punching, energy blasts, and property destruction. Black Adam uses his powers to threaten and intimidate, including a scene where he drops a hostage from a great height. The climax involves a…
Is the language in Superman/Shazam!: The Return of Black Adam appropriate for kids?
Language is mild, featuring a single use of the word 'ass' and an off-hand mention of 'crap'.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Superman/Shazam!: The Return of Black Adam?
There is a brief, incidental depiction of a character appearing to be homeless, with minor allusions to substance misuse issues common to that demographic setting, though no actual drug use is depicted on-screen.
What mature themes appear in Superman/Shazam!: The Return of Black Adam?
The film deals with themes of vengeance, justice, abandonment, and the loss of innocence. The concept of death by rapid aging is a major plot point, and the villain's cruel behavior toward children and civilians is a recurring source of tension.
How long is Superman/Shazam!: The Return of Black Adam?
Superman/Shazam!: The Return of Black Adam runs 25 minutes, directed by Joaquim Dos Santos, released in 2010.
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