The Walk (2015) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
The story of French high-wire artist Philippe Petit's attempt to cross the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center in 1974.
Rated PG • 2015 • 2h 3m
Based on a true story, "The Walk" chronicles Philippe Petit's audacious high-wire walk between the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center in 1974. The film earns its PG rating primarily for its extended final act, which features extremely intense and sustained scenes of perilous heights that can be vertigo-inducing for many viewers. Other content includes a brief scene of non-sexual male nudity, a somewhat bloody injury from a nail… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Walk appropriate for kids?
Based on a true story, "The Walk" chronicles Philippe Petit's audacious high-wire walk between the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center in 1974. The film earns its PG rating primarily for its extended final act, which features extremely intense and sustained scenes of perilous… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Walk
What happens in The Walk, moment by moment
- 0:22 ♥ Sex & Nudity 3/10
- 0:35 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
- 0:42 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
Sex and nudity in The Walk
Contains some brief, non-sexual male nudity that is notable for a PG film. As Philippe Petit prepares for his walk on the rooftop, he strips down, and his bare buttocks and brief, non-sexual frontal nudity are visible. In an earlier scene, his romantic partner is shown in modest nightwear. Characters also kiss.
Violence and gore in The Walk
The film is largely free of violence, with one notable exception. While scouting the location, a character steps on a large nail that goes through his shoe and punctures his foot. The initial injury is shown, and his foot is later seen bleeding through its bandage, which may be unsettling for some.
Language in The Walk
Language is infrequent but includes a few uses of words stronger than typical PG fare. The words "shit," "bitch," and "ass" are used during moments of frustration or tension.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Walk
Substance use is present but not a focus. Characters are shown smoking cigarettes and drinking alcohol socially in several scenes. In the planning stages, the team recruits an accomplice who is identified as a marijuana user, and there are brief verbal references to drug use.
Mature themes in The Walk
The film's central theme is extreme, death-defying peril. The final 20 minutes are an exceptionally intense depiction of the high-wire walk, focusing on the immense danger and the character's focus. The act itself is illegal, framed as an "artistic crime," which involves lying to authorities and trespassing. There are also themes of pursuing one's dream against all odds and the poignant historical context of the World Trade Center.
Scary moments in The Walk
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for The Walk yet. Because this title is recommended for younger kids, sign up to get community-flagged jump scares, tense scenes, and startling imagery as parents submit them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Walk appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Walk is best for ages 10+. It's rated PG. Based on a true story, "The Walk" chronicles Philippe Petit's audacious high-wire walk between the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center in 1974. The film earns its PG rating primarily for its extended final act, which…
What age rating does The Walk have?
The Walk is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is The Walk about?
Based on a true story, "The Walk" chronicles Philippe Petit's audacious high-wire walk between the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center in 1974. The film earns its PG rating primarily for its extended final act, which features extremely intense and sustained scenes of perilous heights that can be vertigo-inducing for…
Is there sex or nudity in The Walk?
Contains some brief, non-sexual male nudity that is notable for a PG film. As Philippe Petit prepares for his walk on the rooftop, he strips down, and his bare buttocks and brief, non-sexual frontal nudity are visible. In an earlier scene, his romantic…
How violent is The Walk?
The film is largely free of violence, with one notable exception. While scouting the location, a character steps on a large nail that goes through his shoe and punctures his foot. The initial injury is shown, and his foot is later seen bleeding through its…
Is the language in The Walk appropriate for kids?
Language is infrequent but includes a few uses of words stronger than typical PG fare. The words "shit," "bitch," and "ass" are used during moments of frustration or tension.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Walk?
Substance use is present but not a focus. Characters are shown smoking cigarettes and drinking alcohol socially in several scenes. In the planning stages, the team recruits an accomplice who is identified as a marijuana user, and there are brief verbal…
What mature themes appear in The Walk?
The film's central theme is extreme, death-defying peril. The final 20 minutes are an exceptionally intense depiction of the high-wire walk, focusing on the immense danger and the character's focus. The act itself is illegal, framed as an "artistic crime,"…
How long is The Walk?
The Walk runs 123 minutes, directed by Robert Zemeckis, released in 2015.
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