The Legend of Zorro (2005) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Despite trying to keep his swashbuckling to a minimum, a threat to California's pending statehood causes the adventure-loving Don Alejandro de la Vega and his wife, Elena, to take action.
Rated PG • 2005 • 2h 10m
This sequel sees Don Alejandro de la Vega's life as Zorro threatening his family, leading to marital strife with his wife, Elena, and peril for their son. The Legend of Zorro received its PG rating for frequent, sustained sequences of action violence and peril. While not bloody, the film contains numerous sword fights, gunfights, brawls, and large explosions, with several on-screen deaths. The plot also revolves around mature themes… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Legend of Zorro appropriate for kids?
This sequel sees Don Alejandro de la Vega's life as Zorro threatening his family, leading to marital strife with his wife, Elena, and peril for their son. The Legend of Zorro received its PG rating for frequent, sustained sequences of action violence and peril. While not bloody… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Legend of Zorro
What happens in The Legend of Zorro, moment by moment
- 0:05 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
- 0:15 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
- 0:20 ♥ Sex & Nudity 3/10
Sex and nudity in The Legend of Zorro
Content in this category is very mild. A husband and wife share a few passionate kisses. In one scene, a man who has been put to bed drunk wakes up shirtless, and it's implied he was naked under the sheets, but nothing is shown. Women wear dresses with low necklines, which is period-appropriate.
Violence and gore in The Legend of Zorro
The film contains moderate and frequent, though largely bloodless, action violence. There are numerous swashbuckling sword fights, fistfights, and gun battles from start to finish. Key scenes include a man being shot and dying on screen, a barn being set on fire, and a character spitting out teeth after being punched. The climax features an extended battle on a speeding train involving hostage situations, explosions, and fighting that leads to villains' deaths, one of whom is tied to the train before it crashes…
Read more — free accountLanguage in The Legend of Zorro
Language is very mild. According to IMDb, there is one use of "hell" and one instance of "son of a bitch" spoken in Spanish and translated in the subtitles.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Legend of Zorro
Substance use is present but mild. Following a fight with his wife, Alejandro gets heavily intoxicated on wine, and his horse is shown drinking alongside him for comic effect. Characters drink wine socially at a party. In one scene, Elena reluctantly smokes a pipe to create a distraction, causing her to cough.
Mature themes in The Legend of Zorro
The film deals with moderate themes, primarily the strain a hero's double life puts on his family, leading to marital conflict, separation, and divorce. The plot involves a large-scale terrorist conspiracy, political assassination, and the kidnapping of a child. The death of a side character and the constant peril faced by the main characters and their son are central plot points.
Scary moments in The Legend of Zorro
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Legend of Zorro appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Legend of Zorro is best for ages 10+. It's rated PG. This sequel sees Don Alejandro de la Vega's life as Zorro threatening his family, leading to marital strife with his wife, Elena, and peril for their son. The Legend of Zorro received its PG rating for frequent…
What age rating does The Legend of Zorro have?
The Legend of Zorro is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is The Legend of Zorro about?
This sequel sees Don Alejandro de la Vega's life as Zorro threatening his family, leading to marital strife with his wife, Elena, and peril for their son. The Legend of Zorro received its PG rating for frequent, sustained sequences of action violence and peril. While not bloody, the film contains numerous sword…
Is there sex or nudity in The Legend of Zorro?
Content in this category is very mild. A husband and wife share a few passionate kisses. In one scene, a man who has been put to bed drunk wakes up shirtless, and it's implied he was naked under the sheets, but nothing is shown. Women wear dresses with low…
How violent is The Legend of Zorro?
The film contains moderate and frequent, though largely bloodless, action violence. There are numerous swashbuckling sword fights, fistfights, and gun battles from start to finish. Key scenes include a man being shot and dying on screen, a barn being set on…
Is the language in The Legend of Zorro appropriate for kids?
Language is very mild. According to IMDb, there is one use of "hell" and one instance of "son of a bitch" spoken in Spanish and translated in the subtitles.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Legend of Zorro?
Substance use is present but mild. Following a fight with his wife, Alejandro gets heavily intoxicated on wine, and his horse is shown drinking alongside him for comic effect. Characters drink wine socially at a party. In one scene, Elena reluctantly smokes a…
What mature themes appear in The Legend of Zorro?
The film deals with moderate themes, primarily the strain a hero's double life puts on his family, leading to marital conflict, separation, and divorce. The plot involves a large-scale terrorist conspiracy, political assassination, and the kidnapping of a…
How long is The Legend of Zorro?
The Legend of Zorro runs 130 minutes, directed by Martin Campbell, released in 2005.
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