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Wushu (2008) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

A group of Wushu students stumble into a child kidnapping ring run by an alumnus.

Rated NR • 2008 • 1h 39m

Age
13+

Jackie Chan Presents: Wushu is a martial arts drama that follows students training in a specialized academy who become embroiled in a dangerous child kidnapping conspiracy. The film earned its PG-13 rating primarily for scenes of intense martial arts combat and a moment of implied violence. Parents should be aware of themes involving kidnapping and criminal activity, though the film avoids explicit gore or sexual content. It is… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Sammo Hung Kam-Bo
Sammo Hung Kam-Bo
Liu Fengchao
Liu Fengchao
Wang Wenjie
Wang Wenjie
Wang Xichao
Wang Xichao
Mao Junjie
Mao Junjie
Max Zhang
Max Zhang
Tie Nan
Tie Nan
HS
He Sirong
FZ
Forest Zhu Sen-Lin
Mak Wai-Cheung
Mak Wai-Cheung
Zeng Qiusheng
Zeng Qiusheng
WK
Wong Kuen
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Is Wushu appropriate for kids?

Jackie Chan Presents: Wushu is a martial arts drama that follows students training in a specialized academy who become embroiled in a dangerous child kidnapping conspiracy. The film earned its PG-13 rating primarily for scenes of intense martial arts combat and a moment of… Read more — free account

Content severity in Wushu

Sex None 0/10
Violence Strong 5/10
Language None 0/10
Substances Mild 2/10
Themes Strong 5/10

What happens in Wushu, moment by moment

  1. 0:15 ⚔ Violence & Gore 2/10
  2. 0:28 🍷 Substances 2/10
  3. 0:42 ⚔ Violence & Gore 4/10
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Sex and nudity in Wushu

There is no sexual content or nudity in this film.

Violence and gore in Wushu

The film features stylized martial arts combat throughout, including duels with weapons like staves and spears. Violence is generally bloodless, though one scene depicts the aftermath of a character's arm being broken via an off-screen impact from a sledgehammer. A final confrontation involves a father fighting a villain to protect children, resulting in minor facial bruising and nosebleeds.

Language in Wushu

There is no profanity or offensive language used in this film.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Wushu

There is a single, brief scene where two adult men are seen drinking beer, but no other substances are featured or referenced.

Mature themes in Wushu

The central themes involve child abduction, criminal exploitation, and the intense pressure of athletic training. The narrative explores the moral struggle of characters forced to confront dangerous criminals.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wushu appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Wushu is best for ages 13+. It's rated NR. Jackie Chan Presents: Wushu is a martial arts drama that follows students training in a specialized academy who become embroiled in a dangerous child kidnapping conspiracy. The film earned its PG-13 rating primarily for…

What age rating does Wushu have?

Wushu is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.

What is Wushu about?

Jackie Chan Presents: Wushu is a martial arts drama that follows students training in a specialized academy who become embroiled in a dangerous child kidnapping conspiracy. The film earned its PG-13 rating primarily for scenes of intense martial arts combat and a moment of implied violence. Parents should be aware of…

Is there sex or nudity in Wushu?

There is no sexual content or nudity in this film.

How violent is Wushu?

The film features stylized martial arts combat throughout, including duels with weapons like staves and spears. Violence is generally bloodless, though one scene depicts the aftermath of a character's arm being broken via an off-screen impact from a…

Is the language in Wushu appropriate for kids?

There is no profanity or offensive language used in this film.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Wushu?

There is a single, brief scene where two adult men are seen drinking beer, but no other substances are featured or referenced.

What mature themes appear in Wushu?

The central themes involve child abduction, criminal exploitation, and the intense pressure of athletic training. The narrative explores the moral struggle of characters forced to confront dangerous criminals.

How long is Wushu?

Wushu runs 99 minutes, directed by Guo Yu-Dan, Antony Szeto, Dennis Chan Kwok-San, released in 2008.

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