xXx: State of the Union (2005) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Name: xXx: State of the Union
Director: Lee Tamahori
Released: 2005
Duration: 101 min
Rating: 5.1

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Darius Stone's criminal record and extreme sports obsession make him the perfect candidate to be the newest XXX agent. He must save the U.S. government from a deadly conspiracy led by five-star general and Secretary of Defense George Deckert.

Rated PG-13 • 2005 • 1h 41m

Directed by Lee Tamahori

5.1

2K+

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13+

xXx: State of the Union earns its PG-13 rating primarily for intense and pervasive sequences of action violence. The film features near-constant gunfights, large-scale explosions, high-speed chases, and hand-to-hand combat as agent Darius Stone attempts to stop a military coup in Washington D.C. Parents should be aware of this stylized but frequent violence, along with moderate profanity that may include a single use of the 'f-word'… Sign up for the full guide

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Is xXx: State of the Union appropriate for kids?

Content severity in xXx: State of the Union

Sex Moderate 3/10

Violence Intense 8/10

Language Strong 7/10

Substances Mild 2/10

Themes Strong 7/10

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0:05 ⚔ Violence & Gore 7/10
0:12 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
0:19 ⚔ Violence & Gore 6/10

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Sex and nudity in xXx: State of the Union

Sexual content is very light. There's some mild innuendo and a female character is briefly shown in a revealing outfit during a party scene. There are no sex scenes or nudity.

Violence and gore in xXx: State of the Union

Violence is strong, frequent, and central to the plot, though it remains largely bloodless in typical PG-13 fashion. The film is filled with shootouts using various firearms, massive explosions (including buildings and vehicles), fistfights, and intense chases with cars, tanks, and helicopters. Multiple characters are shot and killed on-screen, but the deaths are quick and not graphic. A major sequence involves a military assault on the U.S. Capitol.

Language in xXx: State of the Union

Language is moderate. Expect multiple uses of 's--t,' 'ass,' 'damn,' and 'bitch.' The film may contain one prominent use of the 'f-word,' which is common for PG-13 action films of this era.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in xXx: State of the Union

Substance use is mild and incidental. Characters are occasionally seen smoking cigars or drinking alcohol (wine, beer) in social settings, such as at a party or during a conversation. There is no focus on intoxication or drug use.

Mature themes in xXx: State of the Union

The film's central themes are mature, revolving around a government conspiracy, a military coup d'état, and political assassination. Characters discuss and commit acts of treason against the United States. The concept of 'ends justifying the means' is a core motivator for both heroes and villains, leading to large-scale destruction and loss of life.

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Is xXx: State of the Union appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests xXx: State of the Union is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. xXx: State of the Union earns its PG-13 rating primarily for intense and pervasive sequences of action violence. The film features near-constant gunfights, large-scale explosions, high-speed chases, and hand-to-hand…

What age rating does xXx: State of the Union have?

xXx: State of the Union is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.

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Is there sex or nudity in xXx: State of the Union?

Sexual content is very light. There's some mild innuendo and a female character is briefly shown in a revealing outfit during a party scene. There are no sex scenes or nudity.

How violent is xXx: State of the Union?

Is the language in xXx: State of the Union appropriate for kids?

Language is moderate. Expect multiple uses of 's--t,' 'ass,' 'damn,' and 'bitch.' The film may contain one prominent use of the 'f-word,' which is common for PG-13 action films of this era.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in xXx: State of the Union?

What mature themes appear in xXx: State of the Union?

How long is xXx: State of the Union?

xXx: State of the Union runs 101 minutes, directed by Lee Tamahori, released in 2005.

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