The Flintstones (1994) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Modern Stone Age family the Flintstones hit the big screen in this live-action version of the classic cartoon. Fred helps Barney adopt a child. Barney sees an opportunity to repay him when Slate Mining tests its employees to find a new executive. But no good deed goes unpunished.
Rated PG • 1994 • 1h 31m
This live-action adaptation of the classic cartoon earns its PG rating primarily for cartoonish slapstick violence and a few scenes of moderate peril. The plot involves corporate espionage, leading to moments where children are kidnapped and endangered, and main characters are threatened with being lynched by an angry mob; these scenes may be intense for younger viewers. The film also contains mild sexual innuendo (mostly involving a… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Flintstones appropriate for kids?
This live-action adaptation of the classic cartoon earns its PG rating primarily for cartoonish slapstick violence and a few scenes of moderate peril. The plot involves corporate espionage, leading to moments where children are kidnapped and endangered, and main characters are… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Flintstones
What happens in The Flintstones, moment by moment
- 0:03 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
- 0:08 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
- 0:12 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
Sex and nudity in The Flintstones
Content is mild and consists of innuendo. The villain's secretary, Sharon Stone (Halle Berry), is portrayed as overtly seductive in her mannerisms and dialogue to manipulate Fred. Wilma and Betty wear some low-cut dresses to a formal event. There are also brief mentions of walking around in underwear and a joke about how dinosaurs might become pregnant.
Violence and gore in The Flintstones
Violence is frequent but almost exclusively cartoonish slapstick with comical sound effects. Characters are bonked on the head, Bamm-Bamm hits people and objects with his club without causing injury, and a man is encased in concrete in a non-graphic manner. However, two scenes are more intense: an angry mob attempts to hang Fred and Barney (who are saved at the last moment), and the children are kidnapped and placed in peril on a rock-crushing machine.
Language in The Flintstones
Language is very mild. There is a single use of "damn" and some prehistoric-themed exclamations, such as "son of a brachiosaurus."
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Flintstones
Social drinking is depicted. Fred and his friends drink from a large stone mug at a Water Buffaloes meeting, and Fred appears intoxicated afterward. Characters drink wine at a restaurant. Wilma's mother is often portrayed as being tipsy. One scene shows a character smoking.
Mature themes in The Flintstones
The film explores themes of greed, friendship, and corporate corruption. Fred becomes arrogant and selfish after his promotion, betraying his best friend and alienating his family. The villains' plot revolves around embezzlement. More intense themes include the adoption of a 'wild' child (Bamm-Bamm), the kidnapping of children for ransom, and mob justice.
Scary moments in The Flintstones
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Flintstones appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Flintstones is best for ages 8+. It's rated PG. This live-action adaptation of the classic cartoon earns its PG rating primarily for cartoonish slapstick violence and a few scenes of moderate peril. The plot involves corporate espionage, leading to moments where…
What age rating does The Flintstones have?
The Flintstones is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 8+.
What is The Flintstones about?
This live-action adaptation of the classic cartoon earns its PG rating primarily for cartoonish slapstick violence and a few scenes of moderate peril. The plot involves corporate espionage, leading to moments where children are kidnapped and endangered, and main characters are threatened with being lynched by an angry…
Is there sex or nudity in The Flintstones?
Content is mild and consists of innuendo. The villain's secretary, Sharon Stone (Halle Berry), is portrayed as overtly seductive in her mannerisms and dialogue to manipulate Fred. Wilma and Betty wear some low-cut dresses to a formal event. There are also…
How violent is The Flintstones?
Violence is frequent but almost exclusively cartoonish slapstick with comical sound effects. Characters are bonked on the head, Bamm-Bamm hits people and objects with his club without causing injury, and a man is encased in concrete in a non-graphic manner…
Is the language in The Flintstones appropriate for kids?
Language is very mild. There is a single use of "damn" and some prehistoric-themed exclamations, such as "son of a brachiosaurus."
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Flintstones?
Social drinking is depicted. Fred and his friends drink from a large stone mug at a Water Buffaloes meeting, and Fred appears intoxicated afterward. Characters drink wine at a restaurant. Wilma's mother is often portrayed as being tipsy. One scene shows a…
What mature themes appear in The Flintstones?
The film explores themes of greed, friendship, and corporate corruption. Fred becomes arrogant and selfish after his promotion, betraying his best friend and alienating his family. The villains' plot revolves around embezzlement. More intense themes include…
How long is The Flintstones?
The Flintstones runs 91 minutes, directed by Brian Levant, released in 1994.
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