Underworld: Rise of the Lycans (2009) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
A prequel to the first two Underworld films, this fantasy explains the origins of the feud between the Vampires and the Lycans. Aided by his secret love, Sonja, courageous Lucian leads the Lycans in battle against brutal Vampire king Viktor. Determined to break the king's enslavement of his people, Lucian faces off against the Death Dealer army in a bid for Lycan independence.
Rated R • 2009 • 1h 32m
This prequel to the 'Underworld' series earns its R rating primarily for pervasive, bloody fantasy violence and a significant sexual scene. The film depicts the brutal origins of the war between vampires and Lycans, centered on the characters Lucian and Sonja. Parents should be aware of numerous graphic battle sequences involving decapitations, impalements, and maulings, as well as scenes of torture and a cruel execution. The movie… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Underworld: Rise of the Lycans appropriate for kids?
This prequel to the 'Underworld' series earns its R rating primarily for pervasive, bloody fantasy violence and a significant sexual scene. The film depicts the brutal origins of the war between vampires and Lycans, centered on the characters Lucian and Sonja. Parents should be… Read more — free account
Content severity in Underworld: Rise of the Lycans
What happens in Underworld: Rise of the Lycans, moment by moment
- 0:03 ⚔ Violence & Gore 7/10
- 0:10 ⚔ Violence & Gore 6/10
- 0:14 🔥 Mature Themes 7/10
Sex and nudity in Underworld: Rise of the Lycans
Contains one significant sex scene between Lucian and Sonja. It is passionate and includes kissing, caressing, and removal of clothing, showing his bare chest and her bare back and shoulders. She is shown straddling him. Male nudity includes a character's bare back and buttocks after transforming from a werewolf. Some female vampires wear outfits that reveal significant cleavage.
Violence and gore in Underworld: Rise of the Lycans
Pervasive and graphic fantasy violence is the film's defining characteristic. Numerous large-scale battles feature vampires and werewolves being slashed, stabbed, decapitated, and bisected with sprays of dark blood. Specific scenes include a character being brutally whipped, a man being mauled by werewolves, and arrows piercing bodies. The climax includes a main character being executed via exposure to sunlight, burning to death on screen, and another character being impaled through the mouth with a sword.
Language in Underworld: Rise of the Lycans
Profanity is not used. The only language of note is some derogatory, species-based name-calling, such as vampires referring to Lycans as "animals" or "mindless beasts."
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Underworld: Rise of the Lycans
Substance use is very light and specific to the fantasy setting. In one scene, a vampire is shown drinking from a goblet; the contents are implied to be blood, which is consistent with the lore of the series.
Mature themes in Underworld: Rise of the Lycans
The film is built on strong, mature themes. The central theme is the brutal enslavement of the Lycan race by the vampires, with scenes of imprisonment and forced labor. Other major themes include forbidden love across warring factions, rebellion against tyranny, patricide, and extreme cruelty. A character's pregnancy is revealed in a tense confrontation, leading directly to her execution by her own father, an intensely disturbing and tragic event.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Underworld: Rise of the Lycans appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Underworld: Rise of the Lycans is best for ages 17+. It's rated R. This prequel to the 'Underworld' series earns its R rating primarily for pervasive, bloody fantasy violence and a significant sexual scene. The film depicts the brutal origins of the war between vampires and Lycans…
What age rating does Underworld: Rise of the Lycans have?
Underworld: Rise of the Lycans is officially rated R. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 17+.
What is Underworld: Rise of the Lycans about?
This prequel to the 'Underworld' series earns its R rating primarily for pervasive, bloody fantasy violence and a significant sexual scene. The film depicts the brutal origins of the war between vampires and Lycans, centered on the characters Lucian and Sonja. Parents should be aware of numerous graphic battle…
Is there sex or nudity in Underworld: Rise of the Lycans?
Contains one significant sex scene between Lucian and Sonja. It is passionate and includes kissing, caressing, and removal of clothing, showing his bare chest and her bare back and shoulders. She is shown straddling him. Male nudity includes a character's…
How violent is Underworld: Rise of the Lycans?
Pervasive and graphic fantasy violence is the film's defining characteristic. Numerous large-scale battles feature vampires and werewolves being slashed, stabbed, decapitated, and bisected with sprays of dark blood. Specific scenes include a character being…
Is the language in Underworld: Rise of the Lycans appropriate for kids?
Profanity is not used. The only language of note is some derogatory, species-based name-calling, such as vampires referring to Lycans as "animals" or "mindless beasts."
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Underworld: Rise of the Lycans?
Substance use is very light and specific to the fantasy setting. In one scene, a vampire is shown drinking from a goblet; the contents are implied to be blood, which is consistent with the lore of the series.
What mature themes appear in Underworld: Rise of the Lycans?
The film is built on strong, mature themes. The central theme is the brutal enslavement of the Lycan race by the vampires, with scenes of imprisonment and forced labor. Other major themes include forbidden love across warring factions, rebellion against…
How long is Underworld: Rise of the Lycans?
Underworld: Rise of the Lycans runs 92 minutes, directed by Patrick Tatopoulos, released in 2009.
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