The Six Triple Eight (2024) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
During World War II, the US Army's only all-Black, all-women battalion takes on an impossible mission: sorting through a three-year backlog of 17 million pieces of mail that hadn't been delivered to American soldiers and finish within six months.
Rated PG-13 • 2024 • 2h 10m
The Six Triple Eight follows the historic, real-life mission of the U.S. Army's 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion as they tackle a massive mail backlog during World War II. The film received a PG-13 rating primarily for historical language, including racial slurs, and intense thematic material regarding war and segregation. Parents should be aware of scenes depicting the emotional weight of war, loss of life, and the harsh… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Six Triple Eight appropriate for kids?
The Six Triple Eight follows the historic, real-life mission of the U.S. Army's 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion as they tackle a massive mail backlog during World War II. The film received a PG-13 rating primarily for historical language, including racial slurs, and… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Six Triple Eight
What happens in The Six Triple Eight, moment by moment
- 0:15 💬 Language 4/10
- 0:30 🍷 Substances 2/10
- 0:45 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
Sex and nudity in The Six Triple Eight
There is no sexual content or nudity in this film.
Violence and gore in The Six Triple Eight
The film contains mild war-related violence. This includes the sudden, off-screen death of two battalion members via an unexploded bomb, as well as general tensions involving wartime conditions and the dangers of military service.
Language in The Six Triple Eight
Moderate profanity is used throughout, including the use of racial slurs reflective of the 1940s historical setting. Other language includes 'bullsh*t', 'sh*t', and 't*tties'.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Six Triple Eight
Alcohol consumption is shown in various scenes, typical of military and social settings in the 1940s, but does not feature prominently.
Mature themes in The Six Triple Eight
The narrative focuses on the trauma of war, the loss of loved ones, systemic racial segregation, and the immense pressure of military duty during a global conflict.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Six Triple Eight appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Six Triple Eight is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. The Six Triple Eight follows the historic, real-life mission of the U.S. Army's 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion as they tackle a massive mail backlog during World War II. The film received a PG-13 rating…
What age rating does The Six Triple Eight have?
The Six Triple Eight is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is The Six Triple Eight about?
The Six Triple Eight follows the historic, real-life mission of the U.S. Army's 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion as they tackle a massive mail backlog during World War II. The film received a PG-13 rating primarily for historical language, including racial slurs, and intense thematic material regarding war…
Is there sex or nudity in The Six Triple Eight?
There is no sexual content or nudity in this film.
How violent is The Six Triple Eight?
The film contains mild war-related violence. This includes the sudden, off-screen death of two battalion members via an unexploded bomb, as well as general tensions involving wartime conditions and the dangers of military service.
Is the language in The Six Triple Eight appropriate for kids?
Moderate profanity is used throughout, including the use of racial slurs reflective of the 1940s historical setting. Other language includes 'bullsh*t', 'sh*t', and 't*tties'.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Six Triple Eight?
Alcohol consumption is shown in various scenes, typical of military and social settings in the 1940s, but does not feature prominently.
What mature themes appear in The Six Triple Eight?
The narrative focuses on the trauma of war, the loss of loved ones, systemic racial segregation, and the immense pressure of military duty during a global conflict.
How long is The Six Triple Eight?
The Six Triple Eight runs 130 minutes, directed by Tyler Perry, released in 2024.
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