The Scorpion King 2: Rise of a Warrior (2008) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
The heroic tale of young Mathayus and his relentless quest for justice against an evil and powerful villain, King Sargon. Mathayus faces heart-stopping tribulations during his adventurous, odds-defying trajectory toward his ultimate destiny: becoming the formidable warrior king of an ancient desert empire.
Rated PG-13 • 2008 • 1h 49m
This prequel explores the origin of Mathayus, the Scorpion King, focusing on his quest for revenge against the tyrannical King Sargon. The film earns its PG-13 rating with frequent, though largely bloodless, fantasy violence, including numerous sword fights, creature battles, and magical combat. Sexual content is moderate, consisting of scantily clad female characters, sexual innuendo, and some implied situations. Thematic material… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Scorpion King 2: Rise of a Warrior appropriate for kids?
This prequel explores the origin of Mathayus, the Scorpion King, focusing on his quest for revenge against the tyrannical King Sargon. The film earns its PG-13 rating with frequent, though largely bloodless, fantasy violence, including numerous sword fights, creature battles… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Scorpion King 2: Rise of a Warrior
What happens in The Scorpion King 2: Rise of a Warrior, moment by moment
- 0:04 ⚔ Violence & Gore 6/10
- 0:12 ⚔ Violence & Gore 6/10
- 0:18 🔥 Mature Themes 7/10
Sex and nudity in The Scorpion King 2: Rise of a Warrior
Moderate. Several female characters, particularly the goddess Astarte and the warrior Layla, wear revealing outfits with significant cleavage and exposed midriffs. Sargon keeps a harem of scantily clad women, and it's implied Mathayus spends a night with multiple women (nothing is shown). The goddess Astarte wishes to keep Mathayus as her 'sex slave,' and in one scene, her magical costume change briefly exposes her bare back and the side of her breast. There is also some mild sexual innuendo.
Violence and gore in The Scorpion King 2: Rise of a Warrior
Strong and persistent throughout, typical of the sword-and-sorcery genre. Violence consists of frequent sword fights, battles with axes and other melee weapons, and hand-to-hand combat. People are stabbed, slashed, and shot with arrows, though gore is minimal. Key sequences include a battle with a Minotaur that impales men with its horns before being stabbed in the head, Sargon magically breaking a man's arm, and the final confrontation where Sargon transforms into a giant scorpion creature and is ultimately…
Read more — free accountLanguage in The Scorpion King 2: Rise of a Warrior
Mild and infrequent. The dialogue includes a handful of profanities, such as a single use of "b*stard" and "slut," and a few instances of "hell" and "damn." There is also some minor name-calling like "cow" and "bag of bones."
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Scorpion King 2: Rise of a Warrior
Very minor and incidental. In one scene, characters are shown drinking wine from goblets in a social context, but there is no depiction of drunkenness or substance abuse.
Mature themes in The Scorpion King 2: Rise of a Warrior
The central theme is revenge, as Mathayus seeks to avenge his father's murder. The film deals directly with the death of loved ones, including the on-screen deaths of Mathayus's father and brother, the latter of whom dies in his arms. Betrayal is a recurring motif, with a trusted friend siding with the villain for personal gain. Themes of destiny, dark magic, and sacrifice are also present.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Scorpion King 2: Rise of a Warrior appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Scorpion King 2: Rise of a Warrior is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. This prequel explores the origin of Mathayus, the Scorpion King, focusing on his quest for revenge against the tyrannical King Sargon. The film earns its PG-13 rating with frequent, though largely bloodless, fantasy…
What age rating does The Scorpion King 2: Rise of a Warrior have?
The Scorpion King 2: Rise of a Warrior is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is The Scorpion King 2: Rise of a Warrior about?
This prequel explores the origin of Mathayus, the Scorpion King, focusing on his quest for revenge against the tyrannical King Sargon. The film earns its PG-13 rating with frequent, though largely bloodless, fantasy violence, including numerous sword fights, creature battles, and magical combat. Sexual content is…
Is there sex or nudity in The Scorpion King 2: Rise of a Warrior?
Moderate. Several female characters, particularly the goddess Astarte and the warrior Layla, wear revealing outfits with significant cleavage and exposed midriffs. Sargon keeps a harem of scantily clad women, and it's implied Mathayus spends a night with…
How violent is The Scorpion King 2: Rise of a Warrior?
Strong and persistent throughout, typical of the sword-and-sorcery genre. Violence consists of frequent sword fights, battles with axes and other melee weapons, and hand-to-hand combat. People are stabbed, slashed, and shot with arrows, though gore is…
Is the language in The Scorpion King 2: Rise of a Warrior appropriate for kids?
Mild and infrequent. The dialogue includes a handful of profanities, such as a single use of "b*stard" and "slut," and a few instances of "hell" and "damn." There is also some minor name-calling like "cow" and "bag of bones."
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Scorpion King 2: Rise of a Warrior?
Very minor and incidental. In one scene, characters are shown drinking wine from goblets in a social context, but there is no depiction of drunkenness or substance abuse.
What mature themes appear in The Scorpion King 2: Rise of a Warrior?
The central theme is revenge, as Mathayus seeks to avenge his father's murder. The film deals directly with the death of loved ones, including the on-screen deaths of Mathayus's father and brother, the latter of whom dies in his arms. Betrayal is a recurring…
How long is The Scorpion King 2: Rise of a Warrior?
The Scorpion King 2: Rise of a Warrior runs 109 minutes, directed by Russell Mulcahy, released in 2008.
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