The Incredibles (2004) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Bob Parr has given up his superhero days to log in time as an insurance adjuster and raise his three children with his formerly heroic wife in suburbia. But when he receives a mysterious assignment, it's time to get back into costume.
Rated PG • 2004 • 1h 55m
Pixar's The Incredibles earned its PG rating primarily for its frequent and intense sequences of action violence and peril. The film follows the Parr family of superheroes, led by Bob Parr (Mr. Incredible), as they are forced out of retirement to battle a new threat. Parents should be aware of sustained superhero-style violence, including explosions, fistfights, characters being shot at, and a plane crash with children aboard. Thematic… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Incredibles appropriate for kids?
Pixar's The Incredibles earned its PG rating primarily for its frequent and intense sequences of action violence and peril. The film follows the Parr family of superheroes, led by Bob Parr (Mr. Incredible), as they are forced out of retirement to battle a new threat. Parents… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Incredibles
What happens in The Incredibles, moment by moment
- 0:02 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
- 0:04 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
- 0:18 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
Sex and nudity in The Incredibles
This category is very mild. A husband and wife (Bob and Helen) share kisses and flirty embraces, and in one brief moment, he playfully pinches her rear. The superhero costumes are form-fitting but not sexualized.
Violence and gore in The Incredibles
The film contains frequent and moderate-to-strong animated action violence. This includes large-scale destruction, explosions, fistfights, and characters being shot at with futuristic weaponry. Mr. Incredible is briefly subjected to electrical torture. A key sequence involves a plane carrying children being shot down. The final villain is killed when his cape is caught in a jet turbine, leading to an explosion.
Language in The Incredibles
Language is very mild. A character says "god forsaken jungle" and there are two uses of "my God." A character also begins to say "what the...?" but is cut off.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Incredibles
Substance use is brief and incidental. Characters are shown drinking wine at a dinner table. The costume designer, Edna Mode, is frequently seen smoking from a long cigarette holder.
Mature themes in The Incredibles
Thematic content is more mature than typical animated fare. The film opens with a man attempting suicide. A key plot point involves the villain, Syndrome, having systematically killed numerous other superheroes; a montage shows several dying in accidents and a skeleton of a dead hero is found. The main characters, including children, are placed in significant, life-threatening peril throughout the second half of the film.
Scary moments in The Incredibles
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for The Incredibles yet. Because this title is recommended for younger kids, sign up to get community-flagged jump scares, tense scenes, and startling imagery as parents submit them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Incredibles appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Incredibles is best for ages 8+. It's rated PG. Pixar's The Incredibles earned its PG rating primarily for its frequent and intense sequences of action violence and peril. The film follows the Parr family of superheroes, led by Bob Parr (Mr. Incredible), as they are…
What age rating does The Incredibles have?
The Incredibles is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 8+.
What is The Incredibles about?
Pixar's The Incredibles earned its PG rating primarily for its frequent and intense sequences of action violence and peril. The film follows the Parr family of superheroes, led by Bob Parr (Mr. Incredible), as they are forced out of retirement to battle a new threat. Parents should be aware of sustained…
Is there sex or nudity in The Incredibles?
This category is very mild. A husband and wife (Bob and Helen) share kisses and flirty embraces, and in one brief moment, he playfully pinches her rear. The superhero costumes are form-fitting but not sexualized.
How violent is The Incredibles?
The film contains frequent and moderate-to-strong animated action violence. This includes large-scale destruction, explosions, fistfights, and characters being shot at with futuristic weaponry. Mr. Incredible is briefly subjected to electrical torture. A key…
Is the language in The Incredibles appropriate for kids?
Language is very mild. A character says "god forsaken jungle" and there are two uses of "my God." A character also begins to say "what the...?" but is cut off.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Incredibles?
Substance use is brief and incidental. Characters are shown drinking wine at a dinner table. The costume designer, Edna Mode, is frequently seen smoking from a long cigarette holder.
What mature themes appear in The Incredibles?
Thematic content is more mature than typical animated fare. The film opens with a man attempting suicide. A key plot point involves the villain, Syndrome, having systematically killed numerous other superheroes; a montage shows several dying in accidents and…
How long is The Incredibles?
The Incredibles runs 115 minutes, directed by Brad Bird, released in 2004.
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