Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom earned a PG-13 rating in the United States from the Motion Picture Association. This means the movie is suitable for viewers aged 13 and older, but parents should think twice before bringing younger kids. The rating comes from action violence, some bloody images, language, and brief drug use, as explained by the official MPAA guidelines for the 2023 DC film starring Jason Momoa as Aquaman.https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6881490/parentalguide
The story follows Aquaman teaming up with his brother Orm to stop a villain threatening the oceans. Expect lots of underwater battles with monsters, explosions, and sword fights. These scenes get intense with creatures getting stabbed or crushed, and some blood shows up during the fights. There is no extreme gore, but the violence feels real enough to startle sensitive viewers.
Language includes words like “hell,” “damn,” and a few stronger ones said in anger. One part shows a character under the influence of a glowing plant that acts like a drug, leading to weird behavior and hallucinations. Sex is not a big focus; there are a couple of kisses and mild flirting between characters.
In some countries, the rating differs. For example, it is listed as PG in places tracked by streaming sites, which often means parental guidance for all ages with some cautions.https://www.justwatch.com/ph/movie/aquaman-and-the-lost-kingdom Kids under 13 might enjoy the adventure and humor if they handle fantasy action, but the scary monster designs and fight tension could upset them. Parents often note it pushes the edge of PG-13, similar to how some reviews warn about intense themes in other PG-13 films.https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6881490/reviews/
Compared to earlier DC movies like the first Aquaman, this one tones down some elements but keeps the high-energy superhero clashes. Families with teens find it fun, while those with little ones stick to trailers first.
Sources
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6881490/parentalguide
https://www.justwatch.com/ph/movie/aquaman-and-the-lost-kingdom
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6881490/reviews/
https://www.britannica.com/topic/Aquaman-and-the-Lost-Kingdom
