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The Pirates: The Last Royal Treasure (2022) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

A gutsy crew of Joseon pirates and bandits battle stormy waters, puzzling clues and militant rivals in search of royal gold lost at sea.

Rated 15 • 2022 • 2h 6m

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This Korean swashbuckling action-comedy follows a group of pirates and bandits on a high-seas search for lost gold. The film's unrated status belies content that aligns with a PG-13 rating, stemming almost entirely from frequent, stylized action violence. Viewers can expect large-scale battles with sword fighting, cannon fire, and martial arts, though with little blood or gore. Language is reportedly infrequent and mild. With no sexual… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Kang Ha-neul
Kang Ha-neul
Han Hyo-joo
Han Hyo-joo
Lee Kwang-soo
Lee Kwang-soo
Kwon Sang-woo
Kwon Sang-woo
Chae Soo-bin
Chae Soo-bin
Sehun
Sehun
Kim Seung-o
Kim Seung-o
Park Ji-hwan
Park Ji-hwan
Sung Dong-il
Sung Dong-il
Kim Ki-doo
Kim Ki-doo
Kim Ki-bang
Kim Ki-bang
Kim Sang-kyung
Kim Sang-kyung
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Is The Pirates: The Last Royal Treasure appropriate for kids?

This Korean swashbuckling action-comedy follows a group of pirates and bandits on a high-seas search for lost gold. The film's unrated status belies content that aligns with a PG-13 rating, stemming almost entirely from frequent, stylized action violence. Viewers can expect… Read more — free account

Content severity in The Pirates: The Last Royal Treasure

Sex None 0/10
Violence Strong 7/10
Language Moderate 3/10
Substances None 0/10
Themes Strong 6/10

What happens in The Pirates: The Last Royal Treasure, moment by moment

  1. 0:09 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
  2. 0:25 ⚔ Violence & Gore 4/10
  3. 0:33 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
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Sex and nudity in The Pirates: The Last Royal Treasure

No sexual content or nudity is present in the film.

Violence and gore in The Pirates: The Last Royal Treasure

Contains frequent but stylized and largely bloodless action violence. Scenes include large-scale ship-to-ship battles with cannon fire, extensive sword duels, and hand-to-hand combat. Characters are often in peril, held at swordpoint, caught in explosions, and face dangerous natural phenomena. While deaths occur during battles, they are not depicted graphically.

Language in The Pirates: The Last Royal Treasure

Language is mild and infrequent. Some insults and exclamations may be used by the pirates during moments of frustration or in battle, but there is no pervasive or strong profanity reported.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Pirates: The Last Royal Treasure

No substance use is depicted. Characters are not shown drinking alcohol, smoking, or using drugs.

Mature themes in The Pirates: The Last Royal Treasure

The primary themes involve greed, betrayal, and the consequences of disloyalty as characters clash over the treasure. There are also recurring moments of mortal peril, with characters facing storms at sea, nearly drowning, and sacrificing themselves for others. The film explores camaraderie and what it means to be a leader.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is The Pirates: The Last Royal Treasure appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests The Pirates: The Last Royal Treasure is best for ages 13+. It's rated 15. This Korean swashbuckling action-comedy follows a group of pirates and bandits on a high-seas search for lost gold. The film's unrated status belies content that aligns with a PG-13 rating, stemming almost entirely from…

What age rating does The Pirates: The Last Royal Treasure have?

The Pirates: The Last Royal Treasure is officially rated 15. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.

What is The Pirates: The Last Royal Treasure about?

This Korean swashbuckling action-comedy follows a group of pirates and bandits on a high-seas search for lost gold. The film's unrated status belies content that aligns with a PG-13 rating, stemming almost entirely from frequent, stylized action violence. Viewers can expect large-scale battles with sword fighting…

Is there sex or nudity in The Pirates: The Last Royal Treasure?

No sexual content or nudity is present in the film.

How violent is The Pirates: The Last Royal Treasure?

Contains frequent but stylized and largely bloodless action violence. Scenes include large-scale ship-to-ship battles with cannon fire, extensive sword duels, and hand-to-hand combat. Characters are often in peril, held at swordpoint, caught in explosions…

Is the language in The Pirates: The Last Royal Treasure appropriate for kids?

Language is mild and infrequent. Some insults and exclamations may be used by the pirates during moments of frustration or in battle, but there is no pervasive or strong profanity reported.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Pirates: The Last Royal Treasure?

No substance use is depicted. Characters are not shown drinking alcohol, smoking, or using drugs.

What mature themes appear in The Pirates: The Last Royal Treasure?

The primary themes involve greed, betrayal, and the consequences of disloyalty as characters clash over the treasure. There are also recurring moments of mortal peril, with characters facing storms at sea, nearly drowning, and sacrificing themselves for…

How long is The Pirates: The Last Royal Treasure?

The Pirates: The Last Royal Treasure runs 126 minutes, directed by Kim Joung-hoon, released in 2022.

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