The Fifth Element (1997) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
In 2257, a taxi driver is unintentionally given the task of saving a young girl who is part of the key that will ensure the survival of humanity.
Rated PG-13 • 1997 • 2h 6m
In 2263, a New York cab driver becomes the protector of a mysterious supreme being who is the key to defeating an ancient cosmic evil. Bruce Willis, Milla Jovovich, Gary Oldman. A gloriously maximalist visual spectacle. The PG-13 rating covers action violence, some crude humour, and Gary Oldman's magnificently over-the-top villain.
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Is The Fifth Element appropriate for kids?
In 2263, a New York cab driver becomes the protector of a mysterious supreme being who is the key to defeating an ancient cosmic evil. Bruce Willis, Milla Jovovich, Gary Oldman. A gloriously maximalist visual spectacle. The PG-13 rating covers action violence, some crude humour… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Fifth Element
What happens in The Fifth Element, moment by moment
- 0:08 ⚔ Violence & Gore 6/10
- 0:18 💬 Language 3/10
- 0:22 ♥ Sex & Nudity 3/10
Sex and nudity in The Fifth Element
Leeloo's outfit is minimal. A radio host (Chris Tucker) wears flamboyant outfits. Brief non-graphic content.
Violence and gore in The Fifth Element
An alien attack on a spacecraft. Combat in Fhloston Paradise. Gary Oldman's soldiers. Action violence consistent with PG-13 — exciting and colourful rather than graphic.
Language in The Fifth Element
The film contains moderate language consistent with a 1990s PG-13 action movie. Notable instances include a single use of the 'f-word' and several uses of terms like 'bitch,' 'hell,' and 'ass.' The dialogue primarily focuses on comedic bickering and high-stakes futuristic techno-babble.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Fifth Element
There is no significant use of illegal drugs or focus on intoxication throughout the film. Although the setting is a gritty future NYC, the characters do not engage in smoking or substance abuse scenes. The absence of these elements maintains the film's focus on its stylized action and science-fiction adventure.
Mature themes in The Fifth Element
Love as the fifth element — the film's answer to what defeats pure evil is both cheesy and genuinely moving. Leeloo discovering the history of human violence and losing her will to save humanity — and Korben's response — is the film's most honest moment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Fifth Element appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Fifth Element is best for ages 12+. It's rated PG-13. In 2263, a New York cab driver becomes the protector of a mysterious supreme being who is the key to defeating an ancient cosmic evil. Bruce Willis, Milla Jovovich, Gary Oldman. A gloriously maximalist visual spectacle…
What age rating does The Fifth Element have?
The Fifth Element is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 12+.
What is The Fifth Element about?
In 2263, a New York cab driver becomes the protector of a mysterious supreme being who is the key to defeating an ancient cosmic evil. Bruce Willis, Milla Jovovich, Gary Oldman. A gloriously maximalist visual spectacle. The PG-13 rating covers action violence, some crude humour, and Gary Oldman's magnificently…
Is there sex or nudity in The Fifth Element?
Leeloo's outfit is minimal. A radio host (Chris Tucker) wears flamboyant outfits. Brief non-graphic content.
How violent is The Fifth Element?
An alien attack on a spacecraft. Combat in Fhloston Paradise. Gary Oldman's soldiers. Action violence consistent with PG-13 — exciting and colourful rather than graphic.
Is the language in The Fifth Element appropriate for kids?
The film contains moderate language consistent with a 1990s PG-13 action movie. Notable instances include a single use of the 'f-word' and several uses of terms like 'bitch,' 'hell,' and 'ass.' The dialogue primarily focuses on comedic bickering and…
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Fifth Element?
There is no significant use of illegal drugs or focus on intoxication throughout the film. Although the setting is a gritty future NYC, the characters do not engage in smoking or substance abuse scenes. The absence of these elements maintains the film's focus…
What mature themes appear in The Fifth Element?
Love as the fifth element — the film's answer to what defeats pure evil is both cheesy and genuinely moving. Leeloo discovering the history of human violence and losing her will to save humanity — and Korben's response — is the film's most honest moment.
How long is The Fifth Element?
The Fifth Element runs 126 minutes, directed by Luc Besson, released in 1997.
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