Titanic (1997) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
101-year-old Rose DeWitt Bukater tells the story of her life aboard the Titanic, 84 years later. A young Rose boards the ship with her mother and fiancé. Meanwhile, Jack Dawson and Fabrizio De Rossi win third-class tickets aboard the ship. Rose tells the whole story from Titanic's departure through to its death—on its first and last voyage—on April 15, 1912.
Rated PG-13 • 1997 • 3h 14m
Titanic received its PG-13 rating primarily for its long and intense depiction of disaster-related peril, along with a notable scene of non-sexual female nudity, sensuality, and brief language. The film's entire second half is a harrowing portrayal of the ship's sinking, featuring widespread panic, drowning, and deaths that can be very frightening for younger viewers. A key scene involves Rose posing nude for a portrait by Jack, where… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Titanic appropriate for kids?
Titanic received its PG-13 rating primarily for its long and intense depiction of disaster-related peril, along with a notable scene of non-sexual female nudity, sensuality, and brief language. The film's entire second half is a harrowing portrayal of the ship's sinking… Read more — free account
Content severity in Titanic
What happens in Titanic, moment by moment
- 0:29 🔥 Mature Themes 7/10
- 1:00 🍷 Substances 3/10
- 1:15 💬 Language 4/10
Sex and nudity in Titanic
A notable scene features artistic, non-sexual female nudity where Rose (Kate Winslet) poses for a drawing, with her bare breasts and buttocks visible. Later, she and Jack have an implied sexual encounter in a car; the scene is depicted sensually with a hand pressing against a steamed-up window, passionate kissing, and post-coital intimacy. There are also several kisses throughout the film.
Violence and gore in Titanic
The film's violence is strong and concentrated in its second half, depicting the sinking of the ship in a sustained and intense manner. Scenes include mass panic, people falling from great heights, and widespread drowning. Specific moments include a character striking his fiancée, another chasing and shooting at the main characters with a pistol, an officer shooting a passenger and then himself, and a man falling from the ship and hitting a propeller. While not overly gory, the sheer scale of death and peril is…
Read more — free accountLanguage in Titanic
Moderate. There is one use of "son of a bitch," along with several instances of "bastard," "damn," "hell," and "ass." In one scene, a character gives another the middle finger.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Titanic
Mild. Consistent with the 1912 setting, characters frequently smoke cigarettes and cigars in both first-class and third-class settings. Alcohol, including brandy and beer, is consumed socially at dinners and during a party scene where some characters appear drunk.
Mature themes in Titanic
The film contains strong and mature themes, centered on the tragic, large-scale loss of life. It deals with classism, a character's initial suicidal despair, immense sacrifice, and the emotionally intense deaths of many characters. The final act unflinchingly shows people freezing to death in the Atlantic, including a main character, and includes impactful images like a mother holding her deceased infant.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Titanic appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Titanic is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. Titanic received its PG-13 rating primarily for its long and intense depiction of disaster-related peril, along with a notable scene of non-sexual female nudity, sensuality, and brief language. The film's entire second…
What age rating does Titanic have?
Titanic is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Titanic about?
Titanic received its PG-13 rating primarily for its long and intense depiction of disaster-related peril, along with a notable scene of non-sexual female nudity, sensuality, and brief language. The film's entire second half is a harrowing portrayal of the ship's sinking, featuring widespread panic, drowning, and…
Is there sex or nudity in Titanic?
A notable scene features artistic, non-sexual female nudity where Rose (Kate Winslet) poses for a drawing, with her bare breasts and buttocks visible. Later, she and Jack have an implied sexual encounter in a car; the scene is depicted sensually with a hand…
How violent is Titanic?
The film's violence is strong and concentrated in its second half, depicting the sinking of the ship in a sustained and intense manner. Scenes include mass panic, people falling from great heights, and widespread drowning. Specific moments include a character…
Is the language in Titanic appropriate for kids?
Moderate. There is one use of "son of a bitch," along with several instances of "bastard," "damn," "hell," and "ass." In one scene, a character gives another the middle finger.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Titanic?
Mild. Consistent with the 1912 setting, characters frequently smoke cigarettes and cigars in both first-class and third-class settings. Alcohol, including brandy and beer, is consumed socially at dinners and during a party scene where some characters appear…
What mature themes appear in Titanic?
The film contains strong and mature themes, centered on the tragic, large-scale loss of life. It deals with classism, a character's initial suicidal despair, immense sacrifice, and the emotionally intense deaths of many characters. The final act unflinchingly…
How long is Titanic?
Titanic runs 194 minutes, directed by James Cameron, released in 1997.
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