The World Is Not Enough (1999) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Name: The World Is Not Enough
Director: Michael Apted
Released: 1999
Duration: 128 min
Rating: 6.3

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Greed, revenge, world dominance and high-tech terrorism – it's all in a day's work for Bond, who's on a mission to protect a beautiful oil heiress from a notorious terrorist. In a race against time that culminates in a dramatic submarine showdown, Bond works to defuse the international power struggle that has the world's oil supply hanging in the balance.

Rated PG-13 • 1999 • 2h 8m

Directed by Michael Apted

6.3

2K+

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Age

13+

The World Is Not Enough earns its PG-13 rating for frequent and intense sequences of stylized action violence, some strong sexual situations and innuendo, and mature thematic material. The violence includes numerous shootouts, large explosions, and a notable torture scene where James Bond is garroted by the villain, Elektra King. Sexual content includes suggestive dialogue, brief partial nudity, and a scene of sexualized torture. The… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Pierce Brosnan

Sophie Marceau

Robert Carlyle

Denise Richards

Robbie Coltrane

Judi Dench

Desmond Llewelyn

John Cleese

Maria Grazia Cucinotta

Samantha Bond

Michael Kitchen

Colin Salmon

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Is The World Is Not Enough appropriate for kids?

Content severity in The World Is Not Enough

Sex Strong 7/10

Violence Intense 8/10

Language Mild 2/10

Substances Mild 2/10

Themes Strong 6/10

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Sex and nudity in The World Is Not Enough

This film contains moderate sexual content and innuendo, typical for the series. One scene features a brief glimpse of a woman's breast as she turns in bed. Another scene involves a woman straddling a captive James Bond and using a torture device on him in a sexually suggestive manner. The opening credits feature silhouettes of nude women. There are also several instances of verbal innuendo, including a recurring pun on the name of a female character, Dr. Christmas Jones. A final scene implies sex via thermal…

Violence and gore in The World Is Not Enough

Violence is frequent and a core part of the action. There are numerous intense shootouts with automatic weapons, a destructive boat chase on the Thames, and a ski chase sequence with explosions. Key moments include a man being killed by a bomb hidden in cash, a woman committing suicide by blowing up a hot air balloon, and a character being shot and killed on screen. A man is tortured in a chair with a garrote. The climax features a fight where the villain, Renard, is impaled by a plutonium rod, and Bond shoots a…

Language in The World Is Not Enough

Language is very mild. There is a single use of "ass" and some other minor exclamations like "hell." Profanity is not a significant feature of the film.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The World Is Not Enough

Substance use is present but generally in social contexts. Characters, including James Bond, are frequently seen drinking alcoholic beverages like martinis, champagne, and vodka at casinos, parties, and during meals. Some villainous side characters are shown smoking cigarettes, but it is not a prominent element.

Mature themes in The World Is Not Enough

The film explores several mature themes. The central plot involves global terrorism, with a plan to detonate a nuclear device to devastate Istanbul. The villain Elektra exhibits themes of betrayal and revenge against her own family, and it is revealed she engaged in self-mutilation. The concept of Stockholm Syndrome is discussed in relation to her past kidnapping. The main villain, Renard, has a terminal condition (a bullet in his brain) that makes him immune to pain, a dark and recurring plot point.

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Is The World Is Not Enough appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests The World Is Not Enough is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. The World Is Not Enough earns its PG-13 rating for frequent and intense sequences of stylized action violence, some strong sexual situations and innuendo, and mature thematic material. The violence includes numerous…

What age rating does The World Is Not Enough have?

The World Is Not Enough is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.

What is The World Is Not Enough about?

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Is the language in The World Is Not Enough appropriate for kids?

Language is very mild. There is a single use of "ass" and some other minor exclamations like "hell." Profanity is not a significant feature of the film.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The World Is Not Enough?

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How long is The World Is Not Enough?

The World Is Not Enough runs 128 minutes, directed by Michael Apted, released in 1999.

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