The Legend of Hercules (2014) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
In Ancient Greece 1200 B.C., a queen succumbs to the lust of Zeus to bear a son promised to overthrow the tyrannical rule of the king and restore peace to a land in hardship. But this prince, Hercules, knows nothing of his real identity or his destiny. He desires only one thing: the love of Hebe, Princess of Crete, who has been promised to his own brother. When Hercules learns of his greater purpose, he must choose: to flee with his true love or to fulfill his destiny and become the true hero of his time. The story behind one of the… Sign up for the full guide
Rated PG-13 • 2014 • 1h 39m
The Legend of Hercules is a PG-13 retelling of the demigod’s origin that earned its rating mainly for repeated non-graphic battle violence and a few sensual moments. Parents should expect slow‑motion arena fights, a young Hercules strangling a lion, on-screen stabbings and murders (no explicit gore), plus brief sexual content such as shirtless/oiled men, a bathing scene, and an implied impregnation by an unseen Zeus. Language is mild… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Legend of Hercules appropriate for kids?
The Legend of Hercules is a PG-13 retelling of the demigod’s origin that earned its rating mainly for repeated non-graphic battle violence and a few sensual moments. Parents should expect slow‑motion arena fights, a young Hercules strangling a lion, on-screen stabbings and… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Legend of Hercules
What happens in The Legend of Hercules, moment by moment
- 0:04 ♥ Sex & Nudity 3/10
- 0:05 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
- 0:08 ⚔ Violence & Gore 6/10
Sex and nudity in The Legend of Hercules
Mild and brief. There are shirtless, oiled men (training/hero montage), kissing and implied sex (a couple lying on a cloth), and a bath scene where female cleavage is briefly visible but no full nudity. IMDb notes also describe Alcmene’s impregnation by an invisible Zeus — moaning is heard but nothing explicit is shown.
Violence and gore in The Legend of Hercules
Frequent, non-graphic combat and a number of on-screen killings. Early in the film Hercules strangles a lion; there are arena gladiator fights and slow‑motion battle sequences with people beaten, stabbed, impaled or shot with arrows (presented without visible gore). Key plot moments include Amphitryon stabbing Alcmene, a public flogging of Hercules, the murder of Chiron, Hebe fatally stabbing Iphicles, and the final duel that kills Amphitryon.
Language in The Legend of Hercules
Mild profanity only. Occasional use of swear words and harsh insults in battle or confrontation scenes, but no sustained coarse language or very strong expletives.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Legend of Hercules
None. No on-screen smoking, drugs, or alcohol use of note are reported in parental guides.
Mature themes in The Legend of Hercules
Strong themes of destiny, betrayal, loss and revenge recur throughout the film. The story centers on Hercules’ hidden parentage and fate, but also features the death of a mother and the murder of a trusted mentor, driving Hercules toward vengeance and kingship. These emotional beats are fairly intense and underpin much of the violence.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Legend of Hercules appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Legend of Hercules is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. The Legend of Hercules is a PG-13 retelling of the demigod’s origin that earned its rating mainly for repeated non-graphic battle violence and a few sensual moments. Parents should expect slow‑motion arena fights, a…
What age rating does The Legend of Hercules have?
The Legend of Hercules is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is The Legend of Hercules about?
The Legend of Hercules is a PG-13 retelling of the demigod’s origin that earned its rating mainly for repeated non-graphic battle violence and a few sensual moments. Parents should expect slow‑motion arena fights, a young Hercules strangling a lion, on-screen stabbings and murders (no explicit gore), plus brief sexual…
Is there sex or nudity in The Legend of Hercules?
Mild and brief. There are shirtless, oiled men (training/hero montage), kissing and implied sex (a couple lying on a cloth), and a bath scene where female cleavage is briefly visible but no full nudity. IMDb notes also describe Alcmene’s impregnation by an…
How violent is The Legend of Hercules?
Frequent, non-graphic combat and a number of on-screen killings. Early in the film Hercules strangles a lion; there are arena gladiator fights and slow‑motion battle sequences with people beaten, stabbed, impaled or shot with arrows (presented without visible…
Is the language in The Legend of Hercules appropriate for kids?
Mild profanity only. Occasional use of swear words and harsh insults in battle or confrontation scenes, but no sustained coarse language or very strong expletives.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Legend of Hercules?
None. No on-screen smoking, drugs, or alcohol use of note are reported in parental guides.
What mature themes appear in The Legend of Hercules?
Strong themes of destiny, betrayal, loss and revenge recur throughout the film. The story centers on Hercules’ hidden parentage and fate, but also features the death of a mother and the murder of a trusted mentor, driving Hercules toward vengeance and…
How long is The Legend of Hercules?
The Legend of Hercules runs 99 minutes, directed by Renny Harlin, released in 2014.
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