The Dark Tower (2017) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
A boy haunted by visions of a parallel world aids its disillusioned guardian in preventing the destruction of the nexus of universes known as the Dark Tower.
Rated PG-13 • 2017 • 1h 35m
The Dark Tower is a dark fantasy action film that earns its PG-13 rating with frequent, stylized gun violence and intense thematic material. The story follows a young boy, Jake, who is haunted by visions and must help a lone Gunslinger, Roland, stop a sorcerer from destroying the universe. Parents should be aware of numerous shootouts, though they are largely bloodless, and several mature themes including the on-screen death of a… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Dark Tower appropriate for kids?
The Dark Tower is a dark fantasy action film that earns its PG-13 rating with frequent, stylized gun violence and intense thematic material. The story follows a young boy, Jake, who is haunted by visions and must help a lone Gunslinger, Roland, stop a sorcerer from destroying… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Dark Tower
What happens in The Dark Tower, moment by moment
- 0:05 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
- 0:12 ⚔ Violence & Gore 4/10
- 0:28 🔥 Mature Themes 7/10
Sex and nudity in The Dark Tower
None. There is no sexual content, innuendo, or nudity in the film.
Violence and gore in The Dark Tower
Violence is moderate and persistent, consisting mainly of stylized action. There are numerous gunfights where characters are shot and fall without visible blood or gore. The main villain, Walter, uses magic to kill people, sometimes by simply commanding them to stop breathing or by burning them. One character is stabbed in the hand with glass with some blood shown. The final act features a prolonged shootout with many henchmen being killed by the Gunslinger in creative ways.
Language in The Dark Tower
Language is very mild for a PG-13 film. There is a single use of "shit." Other language includes exclamations like "Jesus" and "for Christ's sake."
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Dark Tower
Substance use is minimal. After being wounded, a main character comically consumes a large number of painkillers. In one scene, a character is seen drinking a red liquid from a wine glass in a club-like setting.
Mature themes in The Dark Tower
The film deals with strong themes of loss, trauma, and child endangerment. The young protagonist, Jake, is dealing with the recent death of his father, and later discovers the charred remains of his murdered mother. A central plot point involves children with psychic abilities being kidnapped and strapped into a machine to have their life force drained, which is shown to be a terrifying and painful experience for them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Dark Tower appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Dark Tower is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. The Dark Tower is a dark fantasy action film that earns its PG-13 rating with frequent, stylized gun violence and intense thematic material. The story follows a young boy, Jake, who is haunted by visions and must help a…
What age rating does The Dark Tower have?
The Dark Tower is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is The Dark Tower about?
The Dark Tower is a dark fantasy action film that earns its PG-13 rating with frequent, stylized gun violence and intense thematic material. The story follows a young boy, Jake, who is haunted by visions and must help a lone Gunslinger, Roland, stop a sorcerer from destroying the universe. Parents should be aware of…
Is there sex or nudity in The Dark Tower?
None. There is no sexual content, innuendo, or nudity in the film.
How violent is The Dark Tower?
Violence is moderate and persistent, consisting mainly of stylized action. There are numerous gunfights where characters are shot and fall without visible blood or gore. The main villain, Walter, uses magic to kill people, sometimes by simply commanding them…
Is the language in The Dark Tower appropriate for kids?
Language is very mild for a PG-13 film. There is a single use of "shit." Other language includes exclamations like "Jesus" and "for Christ's sake."
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Dark Tower?
Substance use is minimal. After being wounded, a main character comically consumes a large number of painkillers. In one scene, a character is seen drinking a red liquid from a wine glass in a club-like setting.
What mature themes appear in The Dark Tower?
The film deals with strong themes of loss, trauma, and child endangerment. The young protagonist, Jake, is dealing with the recent death of his father, and later discovers the charred remains of his murdered mother. A central plot point involves children with…
How long is The Dark Tower?
The Dark Tower runs 95 minutes, directed by Nikolaj Arcel, released in 2017.
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