The Fugitive (1993) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Wrongfully convicted of murdering his wife and sentenced to death, Richard Kimble escapes from the law in an attempt to find the real killer and clear his name.
Rated PG-13 • 1993 • 2h 10m
A surgeon wrongly convicted of murder escapes custody and races to find the true killer while being hunted by a federal marshal. The film is rated PG-13 due to intense action sequences, including a major train wreck and frequent peril, along with moderate profanity and the central theme of a violent crime. It is a suspenseful thriller suitable for viewers ages 12 and up.
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Is The Fugitive appropriate for kids?
A surgeon wrongly convicted of murder escapes custody and races to find the true killer while being hunted by a federal marshal. The film is rated PG-13 due to intense action sequences, including a major train wreck and frequent peril, along with moderate profanity and the… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Fugitive
What happens in The Fugitive, moment by moment
- 0:05 ⚔ Violence & Gore 6/10
- 0:12 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
- 0:18 ⚔ Violence & Gore 7/10
Sex and nudity in The Fugitive
There is no sexual content or nudity depicted in the film. The story focuses entirely on the protagonist's survival and quest for justice, maintaining a professional tone without romantic or sexual subplots. Rare references to a marital relationship are purely sentimental and non-suggestive.
Violence and gore in The Fugitive
A prison bus-train collision — spectacular and intense. A dam jump. Chase sequences throughout. A murder revealed. Purposeful rather than gratuitous.
Language in The Fugitive
The film contains moderate profanity consistent with its PG-13 rating, including a few uses of the f-word and several instances of 'sh*t,' 'hell,' and 'damn.' Most of the language is heard during high-stress police pursuits or moments of confrontation. God's name is also used occasionally as an exclamation.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Fugitive
Drug and alcohol use are not featured in the movie. The characters remain focused on the investigative process and various action sequences, without scenes set in bars or involving intoxication. Occasional medical settings show equipment and prescriptions, but only within a legitimate clinical context.
Mature themes in The Fugitive
Institutional justice vs truth. A system that convicts innocent people and cannot admit its mistakes. One man against an enormous machine. Tommy Lee Jones's Marshal — doing his job without malice, gradually understanding he may be on the wrong side.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Fugitive appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Fugitive is best for ages 12+. It's rated PG-13. A surgeon wrongly convicted of murder escapes custody and races to find the true killer while being hunted by a federal marshal. The film is rated PG-13 due to intense action sequences, including a major train wreck and…
What age rating does The Fugitive have?
The Fugitive is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 12+.
What is The Fugitive about?
A surgeon wrongly convicted of murder escapes custody and races to find the true killer while being hunted by a federal marshal. The film is rated PG-13 due to intense action sequences, including a major train wreck and frequent peril, along with moderate profanity and the central theme of a violent crime. It is a…
Is there sex or nudity in The Fugitive?
There is no sexual content or nudity depicted in the film. The story focuses entirely on the protagonist's survival and quest for justice, maintaining a professional tone without romantic or sexual subplots. Rare references to a marital relationship are…
How violent is The Fugitive?
A prison bus-train collision — spectacular and intense. A dam jump. Chase sequences throughout. A murder revealed. Purposeful rather than gratuitous.
Is the language in The Fugitive appropriate for kids?
The film contains moderate profanity consistent with its PG-13 rating, including a few uses of the f-word and several instances of 'sh*t,' 'hell,' and 'damn.' Most of the language is heard during high-stress police pursuits or moments of confrontation. God's…
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Fugitive?
Drug and alcohol use are not featured in the movie. The characters remain focused on the investigative process and various action sequences, without scenes set in bars or involving intoxication. Occasional medical settings show equipment and prescriptions…
What mature themes appear in The Fugitive?
Institutional justice vs truth. A system that convicts innocent people and cannot admit its mistakes. One man against an enormous machine. Tommy Lee Jones's Marshal — doing his job without malice, gradually understanding he may be on the wrong side.
How long is The Fugitive?
The Fugitive runs 130 minutes, directed by Andrew Davis, released in 1993.
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