Transformers: Dark of the Moon (2011) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
The Autobots continue to work for NEST, now no longer in secret. But after discovering a strange artifact during a mission in Chernobyl, it becomes apparent to Optimus Prime that the United States government has been less than forthright with them.
Rated PG-13 • 2011 • 2h 34m
Transformers: Dark of the Moon is a sci-fi action film that follows Sam Witwicky and the Autobots as they uncover a long-hidden conspiracy involving a crashed Cybertronian spacecraft on the moon. The film received a PG-13 rating for intense, sustained sequences of robotic combat, widespread destruction of urban environments, and sporadic strong language. Parents should be aware of significant on-screen casualties among the alien… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Transformers: Dark of the Moon appropriate for kids?
Transformers: Dark of the Moon is a sci-fi action film that follows Sam Witwicky and the Autobots as they uncover a long-hidden conspiracy involving a crashed Cybertronian spacecraft on the moon. The film received a PG-13 rating for intense, sustained sequences of robotic… Read more — free account
Content severity in Transformers: Dark of the Moon
What happens in Transformers: Dark of the Moon, moment by moment
- 0:25 ♥ Sex & Nudity 4/10
- 0:32 🍷 Substances 2/10
- 0:48 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
Sex and nudity in Transformers: Dark of the Moon
There is some moderate sexual content and innuendo throughout. Several scenes feature the female lead in revealing clothing, including underwear, with camera angles focusing on her body. Characters engage in suggestive kissing, and one character makes a crude comment about the female lead's backside.
Violence and gore in Transformers: Dark of the Moon
The film features intense, prolonged sci-fi action violence. Robots frequently engage in brutal combat using bladed weapons, guns, and physical trauma, often resulting in robot heads being ripped off or crushed. While the violence is directed at metallic beings rather than humans, the imagery is aggressive, loud, and sustained, especially during the Chicago invasion.
Language in Transformers: Dark of the Moon
Moderate profanity is present, including several uses of 'f***', 's***', 'bitch', 'hell', 'damn', and various insults. Some of these are used in heated or tense moments.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Transformers: Dark of the Moon
There is light alcohol consumption depicted in a few social scenes involving human characters.
Mature themes in Transformers: Dark of the Moon
Themes include betrayal, war-time sacrifice, and planetary survival. The plot revolves around the consequences of a global invasion and the moral failures of both human and alien leaders.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Transformers: Dark of the Moon appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Transformers: Dark of the Moon is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. Transformers: Dark of the Moon is a sci-fi action film that follows Sam Witwicky and the Autobots as they uncover a long-hidden conspiracy involving a crashed Cybertronian spacecraft on the moon. The film received a…
What age rating does Transformers: Dark of the Moon have?
Transformers: Dark of the Moon is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Transformers: Dark of the Moon about?
Transformers: Dark of the Moon is a sci-fi action film that follows Sam Witwicky and the Autobots as they uncover a long-hidden conspiracy involving a crashed Cybertronian spacecraft on the moon. The film received a PG-13 rating for intense, sustained sequences of robotic combat, widespread destruction of urban…
Is there sex or nudity in Transformers: Dark of the Moon?
There is some moderate sexual content and innuendo throughout. Several scenes feature the female lead in revealing clothing, including underwear, with camera angles focusing on her body. Characters engage in suggestive kissing, and one character makes a crude…
How violent is Transformers: Dark of the Moon?
The film features intense, prolonged sci-fi action violence. Robots frequently engage in brutal combat using bladed weapons, guns, and physical trauma, often resulting in robot heads being ripped off or crushed. While the violence is directed at metallic…
Is the language in Transformers: Dark of the Moon appropriate for kids?
Moderate profanity is present, including several uses of 'f***', 's***', 'bitch', 'hell', 'damn', and various insults. Some of these are used in heated or tense moments.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Transformers: Dark of the Moon?
There is light alcohol consumption depicted in a few social scenes involving human characters.
What mature themes appear in Transformers: Dark of the Moon?
Themes include betrayal, war-time sacrifice, and planetary survival. The plot revolves around the consequences of a global invasion and the moral failures of both human and alien leaders.
How long is Transformers: Dark of the Moon?
Transformers: Dark of the Moon runs 154 minutes, directed by Michael Bay, released in 2011.
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