Transporter 3 (2008) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Frank Martin puts the driving gloves on to deliver Valentina, the kidnapped daughter of a Ukrainian government official, from Marseilles to Odessa on the Black Sea. En route, he has to contend with thugs who want to intercept Valentina's safe delivery and not let his personal feelings get in the way of his dangerous objective.
Rated PG-13 • 2008 • 1h 44m
Transporter 3 is an action-thriller that earns its PG-13 rating with frequent, intense, and stylized violence. The film follows Frank Martin, who is forced to transport a young woman named Valentina while both are fitted with explosive bracelets, creating a constant sense of peril. Parents should be aware of numerous martial arts fights, car chases, gun violence, and several major explosions. The film also contains moderate sexual… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Transporter 3 appropriate for kids?
Transporter 3 is an action-thriller that earns its PG-13 rating with frequent, intense, and stylized violence. The film follows Frank Martin, who is forced to transport a young woman named Valentina while both are fitted with explosive bracelets, creating a constant sense of… Read more — free account
Content severity in Transporter 3
What happens in Transporter 3, moment by moment
- 0:02 🔥 Mature Themes 6/10
- 0:12 ⚔ Violence & Gore 7/10
- 0:15 🔥 Mature Themes 6/10
Sex and nudity in Transporter 3
Contains moderate sexual content and innuendo. In one scene, a character playfully demands the other perform a "striptease," leading to him removing his shirt. They then kiss passionately and lie down in the back of a car, implying they have sex (no nudity is shown). In another scene, a woman high on drugs lifts her short skirt and squats, briefly showing the side of her bare buttock as she pretends to urinate on the floor. There is also some flirting and a passing comment where a woman suggests a man is gay for…
Read more — free accountViolence and gore in Transporter 3
Pervasive and intense, though stylized and generally bloodless action violence is the film's focus. There are numerous hand-to-hand combat sequences featuring martial arts, punching, kicking, and using environmental objects as weapons. Multiple car chases result in crashes and vehicles being driven off cliffs. Gun violence includes shootouts and characters being shot and killed, with one brief depiction of a bloody headshot. Several explosions occur, including a van and a person being blown up by a bomb, which is…
Read more — free accountLanguage in Transporter 3
Moderate profanity is used throughout. The IMDb guide notes two uses of "fuck" (one of which is in subtitled French), multiple uses of "shit," "ass," and one instance of "bastard." A character also makes an obscene gesture with their middle finger.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Transporter 3
There are scenes depicting drug and alcohol use. Valentina is shown taking pills (implied to be ecstasy) and drinking directly from a bottle of vodka, after which she acts erratically and high. Characters are also occasionally seen drinking socially, and there is a passing mention of wanting a cigarette and a beer.
Mature themes in Transporter 3
The central themes involve kidnapping, blackmail, and constant mortal peril, as both Frank and Valentina are forced to wear bracelets that will explode if they move too far from the car. The plot also revolves around corporate crime and environmental terrorism involving toxic waste disposal. The deaths of several secondary characters, some of whom are killed callously by the main villain, contribute to the film's serious tone.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Transporter 3 appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Transporter 3 is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. Transporter 3 is an action-thriller that earns its PG-13 rating with frequent, intense, and stylized violence. The film follows Frank Martin, who is forced to transport a young woman named Valentina while both are…
What age rating does Transporter 3 have?
Transporter 3 is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Transporter 3 about?
Transporter 3 is an action-thriller that earns its PG-13 rating with frequent, intense, and stylized violence. The film follows Frank Martin, who is forced to transport a young woman named Valentina while both are fitted with explosive bracelets, creating a constant sense of peril. Parents should be aware of numerous…
Is there sex or nudity in Transporter 3?
Contains moderate sexual content and innuendo. In one scene, a character playfully demands the other perform a "striptease," leading to him removing his shirt. They then kiss passionately and lie down in the back of a car, implying they have sex (no nudity is…
How violent is Transporter 3?
Pervasive and intense, though stylized and generally bloodless action violence is the film's focus. There are numerous hand-to-hand combat sequences featuring martial arts, punching, kicking, and using environmental objects as weapons. Multiple car chases…
Is the language in Transporter 3 appropriate for kids?
Moderate profanity is used throughout. The IMDb guide notes two uses of "fuck" (one of which is in subtitled French), multiple uses of "shit," "ass," and one instance of "bastard." A character also makes an obscene gesture with their middle finger.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Transporter 3?
There are scenes depicting drug and alcohol use. Valentina is shown taking pills (implied to be ecstasy) and drinking directly from a bottle of vodka, after which she acts erratically and high. Characters are also occasionally seen drinking socially, and…
What mature themes appear in Transporter 3?
The central themes involve kidnapping, blackmail, and constant mortal peril, as both Frank and Valentina are forced to wear bracelets that will explode if they move too far from the car. The plot also revolves around corporate crime and environmental…
How long is Transporter 3?
Transporter 3 runs 104 minutes, directed by Olivier Megaton, released in 2008.
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