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The Last Airbender (2010) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

A century has passed since the Fire Nation declared war on the other three nations of air, water, and earth in its attempt for global domination. Aang, the long-lost Avatar, is found by Water Tribe siblings Katara and Sokka and must learn to master water, earth, and fire bending to defeat the Fire Nation and restore balance to the world.

Rated PG • 2010 • 1h 43m

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The Last Airbender is a live-action fantasy film centered on Aang, a young boy who must master the four elements to end a global war initiated by the Fire Nation. The movie contains moderate fantasy violence involving martial arts combat, elemental blasts, and battlefield confrontations. Parents should be aware of intense themes regarding the systematic destruction of entire cultures and the emotional trauma of a character disfigured… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Noah Ringer
Noah Ringer
Dev Patel
Dev Patel
Nicola Peltz
Nicola Peltz
Jackson Rathbone
Jackson Rathbone
Shaun Toub
Shaun Toub
Aasif Mandvi
Aasif Mandvi
Cliff Curtis
Cliff Curtis
Seychelle Gabriel
Seychelle Gabriel
Katharine Houghton
Katharine Houghton
Francis Guinan
Francis Guinan
Damon Gupton
Damon Gupton
Summer Bishil
Summer Bishil
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Is The Last Airbender appropriate for kids?

The Last Airbender is a live-action fantasy film centered on Aang, a young boy who must master the four elements to end a global war initiated by the Fire Nation. The movie contains moderate fantasy violence involving martial arts combat, elemental blasts, and battlefield… Read more — free account

Content severity in The Last Airbender

Sex None 0/10
Violence Strong 5/10
Language None 0/10
Substances None 0/10
Themes Strong 5/10

What happens in The Last Airbender, moment by moment

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  2. 0:22 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
  3. 0:35 ⚔ Violence & Gore 4/10
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Sex and nudity in The Last Airbender

There is no sexual content in the film; a brief, non-suggestive romantic kiss between two teenagers is the only moment of intimacy.

Violence and gore in The Last Airbender

The film features recurring fantasy violence, including martial arts battles and elemental attacks involving fire, water, earth, and air. Combatants are frequently struck, blasted with energy, or frozen, though the violence remains largely bloodless and stylized rather than graphic.

Language in The Last Airbender

There is no profanity or offensive language used throughout the film.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Last Airbender

There is no substance use; characters are occasionally seen holding mugs during toasts, but the contents are never identified as alcoholic.

Mature themes in The Last Airbender

The story deals with heavy themes, most notably the genocide of the Air Nomads and the emotional abuse Prince Zuko suffers at the hands of his father. There is a persistent sense of loss and the burden of duty placed on a young child.

Scary moments in The Last Airbender

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for The Last Airbender 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is The Last Airbender appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests The Last Airbender is best for ages 10+. It's rated PG. The Last Airbender is a live-action fantasy film centered on Aang, a young boy who must master the four elements to end a global war initiated by the Fire Nation. The movie contains moderate fantasy violence involving…

What age rating does The Last Airbender have?

The Last Airbender is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.

What is The Last Airbender about?

The Last Airbender is a live-action fantasy film centered on Aang, a young boy who must master the four elements to end a global war initiated by the Fire Nation. The movie contains moderate fantasy violence involving martial arts combat, elemental blasts, and battlefield confrontations. Parents should be aware of…

Is there sex or nudity in The Last Airbender?

There is no sexual content in the film; a brief, non-suggestive romantic kiss between two teenagers is the only moment of intimacy.

How violent is The Last Airbender?

The film features recurring fantasy violence, including martial arts battles and elemental attacks involving fire, water, earth, and air. Combatants are frequently struck, blasted with energy, or frozen, though the violence remains largely bloodless and…

Is the language in The Last Airbender appropriate for kids?

There is no profanity or offensive language used throughout the film.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Last Airbender?

There is no substance use; characters are occasionally seen holding mugs during toasts, but the contents are never identified as alcoholic.

What mature themes appear in The Last Airbender?

The story deals with heavy themes, most notably the genocide of the Air Nomads and the emotional abuse Prince Zuko suffers at the hands of his father. There is a persistent sense of loss and the burden of duty placed on a young child.

How long is The Last Airbender?

The Last Airbender runs 103 minutes, directed by M. Night Shyamalan, released in 2010.

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