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Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 2

Science FictionAdventureAction
10+PG-137.3 / 10
2017·2h 17m·James Gunn·Marvel Studios· Script read & verified

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 follows the misfit superhero team as they encounter Peter Quill's mysterious father Ego while dealing with consequences from stealing...

Fine for kids to watch alone

Heads Up for Parents

Contains extended crude humor about bodily functions including discussion of turds and nipple sensitivity


What's In It

Violence
Mild
Language
Very Mild
Scary
Very Mild
Romance
Very Mild
Substances
Very Mild
Stimulation
Mild

Cultural & Values Guide

Values & Themes
Traditional family values

The entire emotional arc centers on Peter finding his true father figure in Yondu, who sacrifices his life for his adoptive son. The film's core message is that family is defined by love and sacrifice, not biology.


Family Takeaways

What it gets right

  • Shows importance of chosen family over biological family through the Guardians' loyalty
  • Characters work together despite differences and arguments to protect each other

Cast:Chris PrattZoe SaldañaDave BautistaVin DieselBradley Cooper