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The Hangover Part III (2013) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

This time, there's no wedding. No bachelor party. What could go wrong, right? But when the Wolfpack hits the road, all bets are off.

Rated R • 2013 • 1h 40m

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Overall: The Wolfpack is kidnapped and forced to hunt down Leslie Chow — who has stolen gold from a dangerous gangster. Bradley Cooper, Ed Helms, Zach Galifianakis, Ken Jeong. The R rating covers violence, language, and adult content.

Cast

Bradley Cooper
Bradley Cooper
Ed Helms
Ed Helms
Zach Galifianakis
Zach Galifianakis
Justin Bartha
Justin Bartha
Ken Jeong
Ken Jeong
John Goodman
John Goodman
Melissa McCarthy
Melissa McCarthy
Jeffrey Tambor
Jeffrey Tambor
Heather Graham
Heather Graham
Mike Epps
Mike Epps
Sasha Barrese
Sasha Barrese
Jamie Chung
Jamie Chung
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Is The Hangover Part III appropriate for kids?

Overall: The Wolfpack is kidnapped and forced to hunt down Leslie Chow — who has stolen gold from a dangerous gangster. Bradley Cooper, Ed Helms, Zach Galifianakis, Ken Jeong. The R rating covers violence, language, and adult content. Read more — free account

Content severity in The Hangover Part III

Sex None 0/10
Violence Strong 7/10
Language Strong 5/10
Substances None 0/10
Themes Moderate 3/10

What happens in The Hangover Part III, moment by moment

  1. 0:05 ⚔ Violence & Gore 6/10
  2. 0:08 💬 Language 5/10
  3. 0:12 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
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Sex and nudity in The Hangover Part III

This installment deviates from its predecessors by containing no actual sex scenes or explicit nudity. While there are some crude verbal references to sexual behavior, the film remains focused on the action-thriller plot rather than visual sexual content. The overall sexual impact is negligible compared to the previous films in the trilogy.

Violence and gore in The Hangover Part III

A giraffe decapitation in the opening. Gangster violence. The film abandons the hangover formula for a crime thriller. Action violence consistent with R.

Language in The Hangover Part III

The film features constant and aggressive strong language, including over 80 uses of the 'f-word' and various other profanities. Characters frequently use vulgarities during high-stress situations, arguments, and comedic exchanges. This pervasive use of coarse terminology is a primary factor in the film's R rating.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Hangover Part III

Unlike the previous movies which centered on drug-induced blackouts, this entry features no significant drug use or excessive drinking. The characters remain sober throughout their mission to track down Leslie Chow, shifting the tone away from substance-based humor. The absence of these elements aligns with the film's more straightforward heist-action narrative.

Mature themes in The Hangover Part III

The weakest entry — abandoning the formula entirely is a legitimate choice that didn't satisfy audiences. Ken Jeong's Chow gets his most screen time. A dark comedy that is darker than funny.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is The Hangover Part III appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests The Hangover Part III is best for ages 17+. It's rated R. Overall: The Wolfpack is kidnapped and forced to hunt down Leslie Chow — who has stolen gold from a dangerous gangster. Bradley Cooper, Ed Helms, Zach Galifianakis, Ken Jeong. The R rating covers violence, language, and…

What age rating does The Hangover Part III have?

The Hangover Part III is officially rated R. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 17+.

What is The Hangover Part III about?

Overall: The Wolfpack is kidnapped and forced to hunt down Leslie Chow — who has stolen gold from a dangerous gangster. Bradley Cooper, Ed Helms, Zach Galifianakis, Ken Jeong. The R rating covers violence, language, and adult content.

Is there sex or nudity in The Hangover Part III?

This installment deviates from its predecessors by containing no actual sex scenes or explicit nudity. While there are some crude verbal references to sexual behavior, the film remains focused on the action-thriller plot rather than visual sexual content. The…

How violent is The Hangover Part III?

A giraffe decapitation in the opening. Gangster violence. The film abandons the hangover formula for a crime thriller. Action violence consistent with R.

Is the language in The Hangover Part III appropriate for kids?

The film features constant and aggressive strong language, including over 80 uses of the 'f-word' and various other profanities. Characters frequently use vulgarities during high-stress situations, arguments, and comedic exchanges. This pervasive use of…

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Hangover Part III?

Unlike the previous movies which centered on drug-induced blackouts, this entry features no significant drug use or excessive drinking. The characters remain sober throughout their mission to track down Leslie Chow, shifting the tone away from substance-based…

What mature themes appear in The Hangover Part III?

The weakest entry — abandoning the formula entirely is a legitimate choice that didn't satisfy audiences. Ken Jeong's Chow gets his most screen time. A dark comedy that is darker than funny.

How long is The Hangover Part III?

The Hangover Part III runs 100 minutes, directed by Todd Phillips, released in 2013.

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