The Last Mercenary (2021) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
A legendary secret service agent comes out of hiding and returns to France to help the son he's never met get out of trouble.
Rated NR • 2021 • 1h 50m
The Last Mercenary is a French action-comedy that earns its TV-MA rating primarily for language and some brief nudity. The film follows legendary secret agent Richard Brumère (Jean-Claude Van Damme) as he comes out of retirement to save the son he never knew from a false terrorism charge. Parents should be aware of frequent, though largely bloodless and stylized, martial arts violence, multiple uses of profanity including 'f--k', and a… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Last Mercenary appropriate for kids?
The Last Mercenary is a French action-comedy that earns its TV-MA rating primarily for language and some brief nudity. The film follows legendary secret agent Richard Brumère (Jean-Claude Van Damme) as he comes out of retirement to save the son he never knew from a false… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Last Mercenary
What happens in The Last Mercenary, moment by moment
- 0:15 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
- 0:16 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
- 0:18 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
Sex and nudity in The Last Mercenary
Content is mild, consisting mostly of some comedic innuendo. There is one scene where a man is seen from behind in a shower, with his buttocks briefly visible. In another scene, two women fight while wearing bikinis, with some focus on their bodies.
Violence and gore in The Last Mercenary
Violence is moderate and frequent but highly stylized and presented in a comedic, action-oriented context. There are numerous martial arts fights, brawls, and chase sequences. Most of the violence involves hand-to-hand combat, with characters being punched, kicked, and thrown. While there are guns, the violence is largely bloodless.
Language in The Last Mercenary
Language is moderate to strong. The dialogue includes uses of "fuck", "shit", "bitch", and "prick", with the F-word used on at least one occasion.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Last Mercenary
Substance use is mild. Characters are occasionally seen drinking alcohol in social settings like bars or clubs.
Mature themes in The Last Mercenary
The film's central themes include father-son estrangement and reconciliation, as Archibald deals with feelings of abandonment and betrayal upon learning Richard is his father. There are also themes of false accusation, as Archibald is framed for terrorism and must clear his name.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Last Mercenary appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Last Mercenary is best for ages 13+. It's rated NR. The Last Mercenary is a French action-comedy that earns its TV-MA rating primarily for language and some brief nudity. The film follows legendary secret agent Richard Brumère (Jean-Claude Van Damme) as he comes out of…
What age rating does The Last Mercenary have?
The Last Mercenary is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is The Last Mercenary about?
The Last Mercenary is a French action-comedy that earns its TV-MA rating primarily for language and some brief nudity. The film follows legendary secret agent Richard Brumère (Jean-Claude Van Damme) as he comes out of retirement to save the son he never knew from a false terrorism charge. Parents should be aware of…
Is there sex or nudity in The Last Mercenary?
Content is mild, consisting mostly of some comedic innuendo. There is one scene where a man is seen from behind in a shower, with his buttocks briefly visible. In another scene, two women fight while wearing bikinis, with some focus on their bodies.
How violent is The Last Mercenary?
Violence is moderate and frequent but highly stylized and presented in a comedic, action-oriented context. There are numerous martial arts fights, brawls, and chase sequences. Most of the violence involves hand-to-hand combat, with characters being punched…
Is the language in The Last Mercenary appropriate for kids?
Language is moderate to strong. The dialogue includes uses of "fuck", "shit", "bitch", and "prick", with the F-word used on at least one occasion.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Last Mercenary?
Substance use is mild. Characters are occasionally seen drinking alcohol in social settings like bars or clubs.
What mature themes appear in The Last Mercenary?
The film's central themes include father-son estrangement and reconciliation, as Archibald deals with feelings of abandonment and betrayal upon learning Richard is his father. There are also themes of false accusation, as Archibald is framed for terrorism and…
How long is The Last Mercenary?
The Last Mercenary runs 110 minutes, directed by David Charhon, released in 2021.
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