Wild America (1997) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Three brothers - Marshall, Marty and Mark dream of becoming naturalists and portraying animal life of America. One summer their dream comes true, they travel through America, filming alligators, bears and moose.
Rated PG • 1997 • 1h 46m
Based on the true story of the Stouffer brothers, "Wild America" is a PG-rated adventure that earned its rating primarily for frequent scenes of adventure peril and some language. The film follows three young brothers, Marshall, Marty, and Mark, as they travel the country filming dangerous animals, leading to intense encounters with alligators, charging wild horses, and a cave full of bears. Parents should also be aware of some… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Wild America appropriate for kids?
Based on the true story of the Stouffer brothers, "Wild America" is a PG-rated adventure that earned its rating primarily for frequent scenes of adventure peril and some language. The film follows three young brothers, Marshall, Marty, and Mark, as they travel the country… Read more — free account
Content severity in Wild America
What happens in Wild America, moment by moment
- 0:08 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
- 0:16 💬 Language 4/10
- 0:24 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
Sex and nudity in Wild America
This category is very mild. In one brief scene, two girls the brothers meet take off their shirts to go swimming, and their bare backs are seen. There is no other nudity. The IMDb guide also notes that due to the thin clothing of the era, the outline of female nipples may be visible in some shots.
Violence and gore in Wild America
Moderate. The film's primary content concern is adventure peril. The brothers have several dangerous encounters with animals, including a very tense scene where one nearly drowns and is menaced by an alligator, a confrontation with a cave full of bears that are suddenly awoken, and the discovery of a rattlesnake den. In another sequence, military jets mistakenly fire missiles near the boys, causing large explosions. A physical fight between two brothers results in one getting a broken leg.
Language in Wild America
Moderate. Profanity is used several times throughout the film. The words "s**t" and "a**hole" are each used. Milder terms like "hell," "damn," and "screw" also appear in moments of frustration or peril.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Wild America
Minor. The boys' father is frequently seen smoking cigars, which is presented as a character trait consistent with the 1960s setting. There is no other substance use depicted.
Mature themes in Wild America
Themes are mild and center on family dynamics, sibling rivalry, and following a dream despite parental disapproval. The film explores the real dangers of nature and the courage required to face them. There are also brief, non-graphic mentions of past deaths, including a soldier who died in the Korean War and a woman whose husband was killed by bears.
Scary moments in Wild America
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Wild America yet. Because this title is recommended for younger kids, sign up to get community-flagged jump scares, tense scenes, and startling imagery as parents submit them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Wild America appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Wild America is best for ages 10+. It's rated PG. Based on the true story of the Stouffer brothers, "Wild America" is a PG-rated adventure that earned its rating primarily for frequent scenes of adventure peril and some language. The film follows three young brothers…
What age rating does Wild America have?
Wild America is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is Wild America about?
Based on the true story of the Stouffer brothers, "Wild America" is a PG-rated adventure that earned its rating primarily for frequent scenes of adventure peril and some language. The film follows three young brothers, Marshall, Marty, and Mark, as they travel the country filming dangerous animals, leading to intense…
Is there sex or nudity in Wild America?
This category is very mild. In one brief scene, two girls the brothers meet take off their shirts to go swimming, and their bare backs are seen. There is no other nudity. The IMDb guide also notes that due to the thin clothing of the era, the outline of…
How violent is Wild America?
Moderate. The film's primary content concern is adventure peril. The brothers have several dangerous encounters with animals, including a very tense scene where one nearly drowns and is menaced by an alligator, a confrontation with a cave full of bears that…
Is the language in Wild America appropriate for kids?
Moderate. Profanity is used several times throughout the film. The words "s**t" and "a**hole" are each used. Milder terms like "hell," "damn," and "screw" also appear in moments of frustration or peril.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Wild America?
Minor. The boys' father is frequently seen smoking cigars, which is presented as a character trait consistent with the 1960s setting. There is no other substance use depicted.
What mature themes appear in Wild America?
Themes are mild and center on family dynamics, sibling rivalry, and following a dream despite parental disapproval. The film explores the real dangers of nature and the courage required to face them. There are also brief, non-graphic mentions of past deaths…
How long is Wild America?
Wild America runs 106 minutes, directed by William Dear, released in 1997.
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