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Is Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom OK for Kids?

ActionAdventureFantasy
10+
PG-13⭐ 5.6 / 102023 · 2h 4m
James Wan

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What's In It

Based on the actual screenplay
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We're re-reading this screenplay with our upgraded analysis. Scene-by-scene moment counts aren't available for Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom yet — the summaries below are from our earlier read-through. Check back soon.

🗡️Violence
Moderate▼
  • Action sequences involve 'breaking heads' and characters getting their 'asses kicked' in pirate battles
  • Black Manta makes explicit death threats to murder Aquaman's family and burn his kingdom to ash
  • A character's claw gets cut off multiple times and takes a whole year to grow back
💬Language
Mild▼
  • The word 'godda**' is used during action sequences
  • Mild profanity including 'asses', 's**t' used occasionally
  • Casual profanity like 'old s**t' in dialogue between characters
👻Scary Scenes
Mild▼
  • Mutated flora and fauna described as becoming 'monstrous' in affected areas
  • Characters must fight 'hopping demons' in dangerous sequences
  • The Black Trident possesses characters and creates undead warriors from a lost kingdom
💕Romance
Very Mild▼
  • Arthur mentions falling in love, getting married and having a child but details are minimal
  • Brief kissing scenes between married couple Arthur and Mera
  • No nudity or sexual content beyond married couple affection
🍺Substances
None▼
  • No alcohol, drugs, or substance use depicted in the available script content
  • Characters drink what appears to be water or other non-alcoholic beverages
  • No glorification or consequences of substance use shown
⚡Stimulation
Mild▼
  • Fast-paced action sequences with 'Born to Be Wild' soundtrack and aggressive battle sounds
  • Thunder crashing, people yelling, and chaotic pirate attack scenes
  • High-intensity chase sequences involving dangerous falls and escape scenarios
Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom — Heads Up for Parents

Despite the PG-13 rating, Black Manta makes very explicit threats about murdering Aquaman's family and burning his kingdom to ash, which could be disturbing for sensitive children.

About Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom

Four years after becoming king of Atlantis, Arthur Curry has married Mera and has a son, Arthur Jr., while splitting his life between land and sea. Meanwhile, David Kane / Black Manta continues to seek revenge against Arthur for his father's death, working with marine biologist Stephen Shin to find Atlantean artifacts. When Shin accidentally discovers a cavern in Antarctica, Manta finds a Black Trident that possesses him, its creator promising to give him the power to destroy Arthur and Atlantis. This is a superhero action-adventure film that follows Aquaman as he must team up with his imprisoned half-brother Orm to stop Black Manta from using ancient Atlantean technology to heat the planet and destroy everything Arthur loves.

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Fine for kids to watch alone
Content is typical PG-13 superhero fare with moderate action violence and mild language that most tweens and teens can handle independently

Family Takeaways from Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom

What it gets right

  • ✓Arthur's devotion to his son Arthur Jr. shows positive fatherhood, calling him 'the best thing that ever happened to me'
  • ✓Family bonds remain strong as Arthur's mother thinks about Orm 'all the time' despite their conflicts
  • ✓The film promotes environmental responsibility through Arthur's announcement about unifying surface and sea worlds to prevent damage to oceans and planet

Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom Cultural & Values Guide

Cultural & Values Guide

Values & Themes
●Traditional family values

Arthur's journey centers on rebuilding his relationship with his half-brother Orm and protecting his infant son from Manta's revenge. The film's emotional core is about family reconciliation, brotherhood, and a father's duty to safeguard his child's future.

Community Notes

  • No specific community concerns raised about this film based on available information
  • Environmental themes may resonate positively with climate-conscious viewers
  • Standard superhero action content without controversial cultural elements
Cast:Jason MomoaPatrick WilsonYahya Abdul-Mateen IIRandall ParkAmber Heard

Is Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom Appropriate for Your Child's Age?

✗Age 5: Not recommended for 5-year-olds
✗Age 8: Not recommended for 8-year-olds
✓Age 10: Generally appropriate for 10-year-olds
✓Age 12: Generally appropriate for 12-year-olds
✓Age 13: Generally appropriate for 13-year-olds
✓Age 15: Generally appropriate for 15-year-olds
✓Age 17: Generally appropriate for 17-year-olds

Individual children may vary — use your judgment.

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