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The Three Musketeers (2011) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

The hot-headed young D'Artagnan along with three former legendary but now down on their luck Musketeers must unite and defeat a beautiful double agent and her villainous employer from seizing the French throne and engulfing Europe in war.

Rated PG-13 • 2011 • 1h 50m

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This 2011 adaptation of The Three Musketeers is rated PG-13 primarily for pervasive swashbuckling adventure violence. The film features constant swordplay, cannon fire, and airship combat that, while stylized, is frequent throughout the runtime. Parents should note mild suggestive dialogue and minimal profanity involving characters like Milady de Winter and D'Artagnan. It is suited for older children and teens who can handle extended… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Logan Lerman
Logan Lerman
Milla Jovovich
Milla Jovovich
Matthew Macfadyen
Matthew Macfadyen
Ray Stevenson
Ray Stevenson
Luke Evans
Luke Evans
Gabriella Wilde
Gabriella Wilde
Juno Temple
Juno Temple
Mads Mikkelsen
Mads Mikkelsen
Christoph Waltz
Christoph Waltz
Orlando Bloom
Orlando Bloom
James Corden
James Corden
Til Schweiger
Til Schweiger
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Is The Three Musketeers appropriate for kids?

This 2011 adaptation of The Three Musketeers is rated PG-13 primarily for pervasive swashbuckling adventure violence. The film features constant swordplay, cannon fire, and airship combat that, while stylized, is frequent throughout the runtime. Parents should note mild… Read more — free account

Content severity in The Three Musketeers

Sex Moderate 3/10
Violence Strong 6/10
Language Mild 2/10
Substances Mild 1/10
Themes Moderate 4/10

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Sex and nudity in The Three Musketeers

There are a few brief instances of suggestive dialogue and flirtatious posturing. Milady de Winter occasionally uses her appearance to manipulate others, including a scene where she asks a man if there is anything she could remove for him, which he ignores. Another moment involves a man bending a woman backward while claiming to check her for hidden weapons.

Violence and gore in The Three Musketeers

The film contains constant, fast-paced action involving sword duels, gunfire, and explosive airship battles. While there is no gore, characters are frequently struck, knocked down, or shot with period-appropriate weaponry. Major sequences include the musketeers fighting off waves of guards and the climactic crash onto Notre Dame.

Language in The Three Musketeers

Profanity is very sparse, consisting primarily of a few uses of words like "shit" and "ass." These instances are infrequent and not used in a highly aggressive manner.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Three Musketeers

There are incidental depictions of tobacco and alcohol use throughout the film consistent with the 17th-century setting. Characters are seen in taverns or drinking during social events, but substance abuse is not a plot element.

Mature themes in The Three Musketeers

The core themes revolve around political intrigue, betrayal, and the quest for honor. There is a focus on the moral conflict between duty to the crown and personal survival, alongside the consequences of treachery in a court setting.

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Is The Three Musketeers appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests The Three Musketeers is best for ages 12+. It's rated PG-13. This 2011 adaptation of The Three Musketeers is rated PG-13 primarily for pervasive swashbuckling adventure violence. The film features constant swordplay, cannon fire, and airship combat that, while stylized, is…

What age rating does The Three Musketeers have?

The Three Musketeers is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 12+.

What is The Three Musketeers about?

This 2011 adaptation of The Three Musketeers is rated PG-13 primarily for pervasive swashbuckling adventure violence. The film features constant swordplay, cannon fire, and airship combat that, while stylized, is frequent throughout the runtime. Parents should note mild suggestive dialogue and minimal profanity…

Is there sex or nudity in The Three Musketeers?

There are a few brief instances of suggestive dialogue and flirtatious posturing. Milady de Winter occasionally uses her appearance to manipulate others, including a scene where she asks a man if there is anything she could remove for him, which he ignores…

How violent is The Three Musketeers?

The film contains constant, fast-paced action involving sword duels, gunfire, and explosive airship battles. While there is no gore, characters are frequently struck, knocked down, or shot with period-appropriate weaponry. Major sequences include the…

Is the language in The Three Musketeers appropriate for kids?

Profanity is very sparse, consisting primarily of a few uses of words like "shit" and "ass." These instances are infrequent and not used in a highly aggressive manner.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Three Musketeers?

There are incidental depictions of tobacco and alcohol use throughout the film consistent with the 17th-century setting. Characters are seen in taverns or drinking during social events, but substance abuse is not a plot element.

What mature themes appear in The Three Musketeers?

The core themes revolve around political intrigue, betrayal, and the quest for honor. There is a focus on the moral conflict between duty to the crown and personal survival, alongside the consequences of treachery in a court setting.

How long is The Three Musketeers?

The Three Musketeers runs 110 minutes, directed by Paul W. S. Anderson, released in 2011.

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