
The Adam Project (2022) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
After accidentally crash-landing in 2022, time-traveling fighter pilot Adam Reed teams up with his 12-year-old self on a mission to save the future.
Rated PG-13 • 2022 • 1h 46m
In The Adam Project, a time-traveling pilot from 2050 crash-lands in 2022 and must team up with his 12-year-old self to save his wife and prevent a corrupt future leader from exploiting time travel. The film is rated PG-13 for frequent action violence, sci-fi weaponry, and occasional profanity. Families should be aware of thematic elements regarding the death of a parent and strained family dynamics. It is best suited for teenagers who… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Adam Project appropriate for kids?
In The Adam Project, a time-traveling pilot from 2050 crash-lands in 2022 and must team up with his 12-year-old self to save his wife and prevent a corrupt future leader from exploiting time travel. The film is rated PG-13 for frequent action violence, sci-fi weaponry, and… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Adam Project
What happens in The Adam Project, moment by moment
- 0:08 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
- 0:15 ⚔ Violence & Gore 6/10
- 0:22 ♥ Sex & Nudity 3/10
Sex and nudity in The Adam Project
The film contains fleeting suggestive humor, including a joke about a boy's anatomy and a reference to a condom. There is one brief, passionate kissing scene between an adult couple.
Violence and gore in The Adam Project
Action violence is frequent but generally bloodless, featuring sci-fi guns, hand-to-hand fighting, and explosions. Characters are occasionally shown with wounds or bruises, and several antagonists are vaporized by advanced weaponry.
Language in The Adam Project
Stronger language occurs intermittently, including approximately 13 uses of 'shit,' 17 uses of 'ass,' and occasional blasphemy. One character begins to say an 'f-word' but is cut off mid-sentence.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Adam Project
None. While adult characters are shown drinking, there is no significant focus on substances.
Mature themes in The Adam Project
The narrative explores the emotional fallout of a parent's death, childhood grief, and resentment. The story focuses heavily on the protagonists reconciling with their past and processing deep personal loss.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Adam Project appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Adam Project is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. In The Adam Project, a time-traveling pilot from 2050 crash-lands in 2022 and must team up with his 12-year-old self to save his wife and prevent a corrupt future leader from exploiting time travel. The film is rated…
What age rating does The Adam Project have?
The Adam Project is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is The Adam Project about?
In The Adam Project, a time-traveling pilot from 2050 crash-lands in 2022 and must team up with his 12-year-old self to save his wife and prevent a corrupt future leader from exploiting time travel. The film is rated PG-13 for frequent action violence, sci-fi weaponry, and occasional profanity. Families should be…
Is there sex or nudity in The Adam Project?
The film contains fleeting suggestive humor, including a joke about a boy's anatomy and a reference to a condom. There is one brief, passionate kissing scene between an adult couple.
How violent is The Adam Project?
Action violence is frequent but generally bloodless, featuring sci-fi guns, hand-to-hand fighting, and explosions. Characters are occasionally shown with wounds or bruises, and several antagonists are vaporized by advanced weaponry.
Is the language in The Adam Project appropriate for kids?
Stronger language occurs intermittently, including approximately 13 uses of 'shit,' 17 uses of 'ass,' and occasional blasphemy. One character begins to say an 'f-word' but is cut off mid-sentence.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Adam Project?
None. While adult characters are shown drinking, there is no significant focus on substances.
What mature themes appear in The Adam Project?
The narrative explores the emotional fallout of a parent's death, childhood grief, and resentment. The story focuses heavily on the protagonists reconciling with their past and processing deep personal loss.
How long is The Adam Project?
The Adam Project runs 106 minutes, directed by Shawn Levy, released in 2022.
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