Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny
AdventureAction
12+PG-13
2023·2h 35m·James Mangold·Lucasfilm Ltd.·● Script read & verified
The aging Indiana Jones comes out of retirement in 1969 when his goddaughter Helena seeks a powerful artifact called Archimedes' Dial, which can reveal time...
Fine for kids to watch alone
Heads Up for Parents
The film deals heavily with themes of death, loss, and aging that may be emotionally heavy for younger viewers expecting a typical adventure romp.
What's In It
Violence
Mild▸
Language
Very Mild▸
Scary
Mild▸
Romance
Very Mild▸
Substances
Very Mild▸
Stimulation
Mild▸
Cultural & Values Guide
Values & Themes
●Traditional family values
The entire emotional arc centers on Indiana Jones reconnecting with his estranged goddaughter Helena and ultimately choosing family over adventure. The film's resolution emphasizes choosing family bonds and responsibility over personal glory or past obsessions.
Family Takeaways
What it gets right
- ✓Shows importance of preserving history and artifacts in museums rather than private collections
- ✓Demonstrates loyalty and friendship through Sallah's willingness to help despite danger
- ✓Portrays consequences of trying to change the past instead of accepting present realities
Cast:Harrison FordPhoebe Waller-BridgeMads MikkelsenBoyd HolbrookOlivier Richters