The Expendables 3 (2014) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Barney, Christmas and the rest of the team comes face-to-face with Conrad Stonebanks, who years ago co-founded The Expendables with Barney. Stonebanks subsequently became a ruthless arms trader and someone who Barney was forced to kill… or so he thought. Stonebanks, who eluded death once before, now is making it his mission to end The Expendables -- but Barney has other plans. Barney decides that he has to fight old blood with new blood, and brings in a new era of Expendables team members, recruiting individuals who are younger… Sign up for the full guide
Rated PG-13 • 2014 • 2h 6m
Barney Ross recruits a new generation of younger mercenaries to capture a former Expendables founder who became an international arms dealer. Mel Gibson as the villain. PG-13 covers action violence.
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Is The Expendables 3 appropriate for kids?
Barney Ross recruits a new generation of younger mercenaries to capture a former Expendables founder who became an international arms dealer. Mel Gibson as the villain. PG-13 covers action violence. Read more — free account
Content severity in The Expendables 3
What happens in The Expendables 3, moment by moment
- 0:08 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
- 0:08 🔥 Mature Themes 2/10
- 0:15 💬 Language 3/10
Sex and nudity in The Expendables 3
There is no actual sexual content or nudity depicted throughout the film. The focus remains strictly on action and team dynamics, with only very brief, harmless flirting occurring between some characters. This absence of romance is typical for the franchise's heavy focus on mercenary missions.
Violence and gore in The Expendables 3
Action violence — the franchise formula at PG-13 intensity. Less extreme than the R-rated entries.
Language in The Expendables 3
The film contains moderate language consistent with its PG-13 rating, including several uses of the s-word and various mild profanities such as 'hell' and 'damn.' There are also a few instances of aggressive verbal insults traded between the mercenaries and their rivals. While frequent, the dialogue avoids the more pervasive coarse language found in the earlier R-rated entries of the series.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Expendables 3
There is no significant use of alcohol, illegal drugs, or smoking depicted in this installment. While the characters occasionally gather in social settings like bars or hangouts, no one is shown becoming intoxicated or abusing substances. The narrative avoids these elements in favor of focusing on the tactical and physical nature of the mercenaries' work.
Mature themes in The Expendables 3
The franchise's controversial PG-13 entry. Mel Gibson's Stonebanks is the franchise's best villain. Wesley Snipes's return to action cinema.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Expendables 3 appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Expendables 3 is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. Barney Ross recruits a new generation of younger mercenaries to capture a former Expendables founder who became an international arms dealer. Mel Gibson as the villain. PG-13 covers action violence.
What age rating does The Expendables 3 have?
The Expendables 3 is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is The Expendables 3 about?
Barney Ross recruits a new generation of younger mercenaries to capture a former Expendables founder who became an international arms dealer. Mel Gibson as the villain. PG-13 covers action violence.
Is there sex or nudity in The Expendables 3?
There is no actual sexual content or nudity depicted throughout the film. The focus remains strictly on action and team dynamics, with only very brief, harmless flirting occurring between some characters. This absence of romance is typical for the franchise's…
How violent is The Expendables 3?
Action violence — the franchise formula at PG-13 intensity. Less extreme than the R-rated entries.
Is the language in The Expendables 3 appropriate for kids?
The film contains moderate language consistent with its PG-13 rating, including several uses of the s-word and various mild profanities such as 'hell' and 'damn.' There are also a few instances of aggressive verbal insults traded between the mercenaries and…
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Expendables 3?
There is no significant use of alcohol, illegal drugs, or smoking depicted in this installment. While the characters occasionally gather in social settings like bars or hangouts, no one is shown becoming intoxicated or abusing substances. The narrative avoids…
What mature themes appear in The Expendables 3?
The franchise's controversial PG-13 entry. Mel Gibson's Stonebanks is the franchise's best villain. Wesley Snipes's return to action cinema.
How long is The Expendables 3?
The Expendables 3 runs 126 minutes, directed by Patrick Hughes, released in 2014.
Where can I read the full The Expendables 3 parent guide?
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