The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special (2022) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
On a mission to make Christmas unforgettable for Quill, the Guardians head to Earth in search of the perfect present.
Rated PG-13 • 2022 • 45m
This holiday special follows Mantis and Drax as they travel to Earth to kidnap Kevin Bacon as a Christmas present for Peter Quill. The special carries a PG-13 rating for light superhero action, some mild profanity, and thematic elements regarding family trauma. While it lacks the intensity of the mainline Guardians films, parents should be aware of a brief suggestive joke and scenes depicting a kidnapping. It is generally suitable for… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special appropriate for kids?
This holiday special follows Mantis and Drax as they travel to Earth to kidnap Kevin Bacon as a Christmas present for Peter Quill. The special carries a PG-13 rating for light superhero action, some mild profanity, and thematic elements regarding family trauma. While it lacks… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special
What happens in The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special, moment by moment
- 0:05 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
- 0:12 🍷 Substances 2/10
- 0:18 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
Sex and nudity in The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special
There is a single brief, suggestive joke regarding Mrs. Claus "working the pole."
Violence and gore in The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special
Action is mild and slapstick, including characters tipping over a police car, brief scuffles, and gunfire that does not result in blood or fatalities.
Language in The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special
Profanity is mild, consisting of sparse usage of words like "shit," "crap," and "ass."
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special
There is incidental background alcohol consumption shown in a bar setting.
Mature themes in The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special
The story deals with Peter Quill's sadness regarding the loss of Gamora, the childhood trauma of being raised by Yondu, and Mantis struggling with the burden of a family secret.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special is best for ages 11+. It's rated PG-13. This holiday special follows Mantis and Drax as they travel to Earth to kidnap Kevin Bacon as a Christmas present for Peter Quill. The special carries a PG-13 rating for light superhero action, some mild profanity, and…
What age rating does The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special have?
The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 11+.
What is The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special about?
This holiday special follows Mantis and Drax as they travel to Earth to kidnap Kevin Bacon as a Christmas present for Peter Quill. The special carries a PG-13 rating for light superhero action, some mild profanity, and thematic elements regarding family trauma. While it lacks the intensity of the mainline Guardians…
Is there sex or nudity in The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special?
There is a single brief, suggestive joke regarding Mrs. Claus "working the pole."
How violent is The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special?
Action is mild and slapstick, including characters tipping over a police car, brief scuffles, and gunfire that does not result in blood or fatalities.
Is the language in The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special appropriate for kids?
Profanity is mild, consisting of sparse usage of words like "shit," "crap," and "ass."
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special?
There is incidental background alcohol consumption shown in a bar setting.
What mature themes appear in The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special?
The story deals with Peter Quill's sadness regarding the loss of Gamora, the childhood trauma of being raised by Yondu, and Mantis struggling with the burden of a family secret.
How long is The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special?
The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special runs 45 minutes, directed by James Gunn, released in 2022.
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