The Incredible Hulk (2008) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Scientist Bruce Banner scours the planet for an antidote to the unbridled force of rage within him: the Hulk. But when the military masterminds who dream of exploiting his powers force him back to civilization, he finds himself coming face to face with a new, deadly foe.
Rated PG-13 • 2008 • 1h 54m
The Incredible Hulk follows Bruce Banner, a scientist desperately seeking a cure for his involuntary transformations into a massive, rage-filled monster. As he evades the U.S. military led by General Ross, Banner faces both his own dangerous potential and a ruthless soldier who undergoes a monstrous transformation of his own. The film earns its PG-13 rating for frequent, intense action violence and sci-fi imagery that may be unsettling… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Incredible Hulk appropriate for kids?
The Incredible Hulk follows Bruce Banner, a scientist desperately seeking a cure for his involuntary transformations into a massive, rage-filled monster. As he evades the U.S. military led by General Ross, Banner faces both his own dangerous potential and a ruthless soldier who… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Incredible Hulk
What happens in The Incredible Hulk, moment by moment
- 0:08 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
- 0:15 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
- 0:32 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
Sex and nudity in The Incredible Hulk
Mild. There are several scenes of romantic intimacy between Bruce and Betty, including passionate kissing in a bedroom and suggestive framing. A minor scene features Bruce inadvertently seeing a woman changing, though the imagery is non-explicit and fleeting.
Violence and gore in The Incredible Hulk
Moderate to Strong. The film features frequent, intense action sequences involving military weaponry, sonic cannons, and brutal hand-to-hand combat. The finale between the Hulk and the Abomination is particularly violent, featuring impalement, bone-breaking imagery, and green blood splatter.
Language in The Incredible Hulk
Mild. The dialogue includes infrequent profanity, with scattered uses of terms such as 'asshole,' 'bitch,' 'shit,' 'damn,' and 'goddamn.'
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Incredible Hulk
Mild. General Ross is frequently shown smoking cigars, and he is depicted consuming alcohol in a bar during a later scene.
Mature themes in The Incredible Hulk
Moderate. The film deals with heavy topics including weaponized science, the loss of bodily control, and the morality of military experimentation. The transformation scenes convey a significant sense of dread and physical suffering.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Incredible Hulk appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Incredible Hulk is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. The Incredible Hulk follows Bruce Banner, a scientist desperately seeking a cure for his involuntary transformations into a massive, rage-filled monster. As he evades the U.S. military led by General Ross, Banner faces…
What age rating does The Incredible Hulk have?
The Incredible Hulk is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is The Incredible Hulk about?
The Incredible Hulk follows Bruce Banner, a scientist desperately seeking a cure for his involuntary transformations into a massive, rage-filled monster. As he evades the U.S. military led by General Ross, Banner faces both his own dangerous potential and a ruthless soldier who undergoes a monstrous transformation of…
Is there sex or nudity in The Incredible Hulk?
Mild. There are several scenes of romantic intimacy between Bruce and Betty, including passionate kissing in a bedroom and suggestive framing. A minor scene features Bruce inadvertently seeing a woman changing, though the imagery is non-explicit and fleeting.
How violent is The Incredible Hulk?
Moderate to Strong. The film features frequent, intense action sequences involving military weaponry, sonic cannons, and brutal hand-to-hand combat. The finale between the Hulk and the Abomination is particularly violent, featuring impalement, bone-breaking…
Is the language in The Incredible Hulk appropriate for kids?
Mild. The dialogue includes infrequent profanity, with scattered uses of terms such as 'asshole,' 'bitch,' 'shit,' 'damn,' and 'goddamn.'
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Incredible Hulk?
Mild. General Ross is frequently shown smoking cigars, and he is depicted consuming alcohol in a bar during a later scene.
What mature themes appear in The Incredible Hulk?
Moderate. The film deals with heavy topics including weaponized science, the loss of bodily control, and the morality of military experimentation. The transformation scenes convey a significant sense of dread and physical suffering.
How long is The Incredible Hulk?
The Incredible Hulk runs 114 minutes, directed by Louis Leterrier, released in 2008.
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