The Transporter (2002) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Former Special Forces officer Frank Martin will deliver anything to anyone for the right price, and his no-questions-asked policy puts him in high demand. But when he realizes his latest cargo is alive, it sets in motion a dangerous chain of events. The bound and gagged Lai is being smuggled to France by a shady American businessman, and Frank works to save her as his own illegal activities are uncovered by a French detective.
Rated PG-13 • 2002 • 1h 32m
The Transporter earns its PG-13 rating with frequent, stylized martial arts combat and intense action sequences. The film follows Frank Martin, a professional driver whose "no questions asked" policy is tested when he finds a woman tied up in his trunk. Parents should be aware of multiple gunfights, explosions, and hand-to-hand combat scenes that are largely bloodless but nonetheless brutal. There is also one brief, implied sexual… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Transporter appropriate for kids?
The Transporter earns its PG-13 rating with frequent, stylized martial arts combat and intense action sequences. The film follows Frank Martin, a professional driver whose "no questions asked" policy is tested when he finds a woman tied up in his trunk. Parents should be aware… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Transporter
What happens in The Transporter, moment by moment
- 0:04 ⚔ Violence & Gore 7/10
- 0:08 ⚔ Violence & Gore 6/10
- 0:23 🔥 Mature Themes 6/10
Sex and nudity in The Transporter
There is one scene of sensuality. After escaping an attack, Frank and Lai return to his safe house. Wet from an underwater escape, they remove their clothes. Lai is seen in skimpy underwear (brief partial buttock nudity) before she kisses Frank. The scene implies they have sex, but cuts away as they embrace.
Violence and gore in The Transporter
Violence is frequent and stylized, forming the core of the film. There are numerous extended martial arts sequences where Frank fights multiple opponents, using his environment and sheer skill. These fights involve heavy punches, kicks, and blunt-force impacts, though they are mostly bloodless. The film also contains several shootings, car chases with destructive crashes, and large explosions, including a briefcase bomb and a missile attack that destroys a house. Several characters are shot and killed, and a main…
Read more — free accountLanguage in The Transporter
Profanity is used moderately throughout. The film includes over 10 uses of "shit" and its variations, as well as single uses of "asshole," "bitch," and "bastard." The lord's name is taken in vain a few times (e.g., "Goddamn"). There is also one muffled, partially inaudible use of "fuck."
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Transporter
Substance use is mild. Characters are seen smoking cigarettes socially in a few scenes. There is also a brief scene where people drink alcohol in a bar.
Mature themes in The Transporter
The central theme of the film is human trafficking, which is a mature and potentially disturbing topic. The plot revolves around a criminal ring smuggling people in shipping containers. The main female character is introduced while being transported, bound and gagged inside a large bag. The film also explores themes of betrayal and a character's conflict between apathy and doing the right thing. In the climax, a daughter shoots her own criminal father to save the protagonist.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Transporter appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Transporter is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. The Transporter earns its PG-13 rating with frequent, stylized martial arts combat and intense action sequences. The film follows Frank Martin, a professional driver whose "no questions asked" policy is tested when he…
What age rating does The Transporter have?
The Transporter is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is The Transporter about?
The Transporter earns its PG-13 rating with frequent, stylized martial arts combat and intense action sequences. The film follows Frank Martin, a professional driver whose "no questions asked" policy is tested when he finds a woman tied up in his trunk. Parents should be aware of multiple gunfights, explosions, and…
Is there sex or nudity in The Transporter?
There is one scene of sensuality. After escaping an attack, Frank and Lai return to his safe house. Wet from an underwater escape, they remove their clothes. Lai is seen in skimpy underwear (brief partial buttock nudity) before she kisses Frank. The scene…
How violent is The Transporter?
Violence is frequent and stylized, forming the core of the film. There are numerous extended martial arts sequences where Frank fights multiple opponents, using his environment and sheer skill. These fights involve heavy punches, kicks, and blunt-force…
Is the language in The Transporter appropriate for kids?
Profanity is used moderately throughout. The film includes over 10 uses of "shit" and its variations, as well as single uses of "asshole," "bitch," and "bastard." The lord's name is taken in vain a few times (e.g., "Goddamn"). There is also one muffled…
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Transporter?
Substance use is mild. Characters are seen smoking cigarettes socially in a few scenes. There is also a brief scene where people drink alcohol in a bar.
What mature themes appear in The Transporter?
The central theme of the film is human trafficking, which is a mature and potentially disturbing topic. The plot revolves around a criminal ring smuggling people in shipping containers. The main female character is introduced while being transported, bound…
How long is The Transporter?
The Transporter runs 92 minutes, directed by Corey Yuen, Louis Leterrier, released in 2002.
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