What age is Gran Turismo appropriate for?

Gran Turismo is rated PG-13 and PopcornCheck recommends it for ages 11+, based on reading the actual screenplay. The film depicts a traumatic car crash sequence where a spectator is killed, along with intense racing sequences and mild language that make it unsuitable for younger children.

Does Gran Turismo have swearing or bad language?

Gran Turismo has Mild language. Mild profanity including 'bloody hell' and 'Jesus Christ' used occasionally

Is Gran Turismo violent?

Gran Turismo has Moderate violence. A major car crash scene shows Jann's car flipping through a fence into spectators, resulting in one death and multiple injuries

Is Gran Turismo scary for children?

Gran Turismo has Moderate scary scenes. The Nürburgring crash scene where Jann's car goes airborne and flies into the stands, killing a spectator

What is the parents guide for Gran Turismo?

Gran Turismo (2023) is rated PG-13. PopcornCheck recommends it for ages 11+. Violence: Moderate. Language: Mild. Scary scenes: Moderate. Romance: Very Mild. Substances: Very Mild. Watch recommendation: Watch together — The traumatic crash scene involving a spectator death requires adult guidance to process appropriately

Is Gran Turismo OK for Kids?

Name: Gran Turismo
Director: Neill Blomkamp
Genre: Adventure, Drama, Action
Released: 2023
Duration: 135 min
Cast: Archie Madekwe, David Harbour, Orlando Bloom, Djimon Hounsou, Darren Barnet

AdventureDramaAction

11+

PG-13⭐ IMDb 7.1 / 102023 · 2h 15m

Neill Blomkamp● Script verifiedBased on a partial script

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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 Gran Turismo yet — the summaries below are from our earlier read-through. Check back soon.

🗡️Violence

Moderate▼

A major car crash scene shows Jann's car flipping through a fence into spectators, resulting in one death and multiple injuries
The crash sequence shows the Nissan GT-R Nismo catching air and flipping several times before bouncing into the spectators' area
Various racing accidents and close calls during high-speed competition sequences throughout the film

💬Language

Mild▼

Mild profanity including 'bloody hell' and 'Jesus Christ' used occasionally
British slang and mild exclamations throughout, appropriate for the Welsh/British setting
No extreme profanity or slurs noted in the available content

👻Scary Scenes

Moderate▼

The Nürburgring crash scene where Jann's car goes airborne and flies into the stands, killing a spectator
The crash is shown from the driver's point of view with the impact confined to his perspective until he wakes up in the hospital
High-speed racing sequences with cars at dangerous speeds that could be intense for sensitive viewers

💕Romance

Very Mild▼

A friendship with a young woman (Maeve Courtier-Lilley) that blends romance into the story line
No explicit romantic content or intimacy scenes noted
Romance subplot appears minimal and age-appropriate

🍺Substances

Very Mild▼

Characters reference getting beer and drinking at social gatherings
Mention of being 'the sober one' while driving, indicating responsible behavior around alcohol
No drug use or excessive drinking shown based on available content

⚡Stimulation

Moderate▼

Intense racing sequences where 'you really feel like you're there' with immersive cinematography
Film designed to be experienced on premium screens (IMAX, Dolby Atmos) for maximum sensory impact
Fast-paced editing during racing and crash sequences that may be overwhelming for sensitive viewers

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2005

11+✓

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2001

Gran Turismo — Heads Up for Parents

The film has generated significant controversy for its handling of a real fatal crash, with critics calling the timeline manipulation 'tasteless' and 'reprehensible.'

About Gran Turismo

Gran Turismo tells the true story of Jann Mardenborough, a working-class British gamer who wins a contest to transform elite Gran Turismo video game players into real professional race car drivers through Nissan's GT Academy program. The film focuses on racing action and triumph over adversity as Jann overcomes skepticism from his father and the racing establishment.

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Best watched together

The traumatic crash scene involving a spectator death requires adult guidance to process appropriately

Family Takeaways from Gran Turismo

What it gets right

✓Strong father-son relationship portrayed through Jann's conflicts with his blue-collar father Steve (Djimon Hounsou), showing the emotional fabric of the story
✓Themes of triumph over adversity and proving that unconventional paths can lead to success
✓Multicultural representation with Jann being the son of a Black man and white woman

Gran Turismo Cultural & Values Guide

Cultural & Values Guide

Values & Themes

●Traditional family values

Jann's relationship with his father Steve, who initially disapproves of his gaming but eventually becomes his biggest supporter, forms the emotional heart of the film. The story emphasizes how parental belief and family reconciliation drive Jann's success from gamer to professional racer.

Community Notes

Critics like Charlotte O'Sullivan have argued that using the fatal crash as motivation is 'reprehensible' and disrespectful to the victim
Film critics have called the timeline manipulation of the deadly accident 'tasteless reframing of a fatal event'

Cast:Archie MadekweDavid HarbourOrlando BloomDjimon HounsouDarren Barnet