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Is John Wick safe for your child?
Age guide
R (Restricted - Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian)
We advise John Wick from age 17 and up. Overall risk 7/10 (high risk).
- 13-15
- Teens in this age group may be exposed to the intense, stylized violence of John Wick films through clips or discussions, even if they haven't seen the full movies.
- 16+
- Older teens might seek out the full John Wick film series, which features graphic violence, mature themes, and strong language, requiring a clear understanding of its R-rating.
John Wick is an action thriller film series that follows the story of a retired hitman seeking vengeance for the death of his beloved dog, a final gift from his deceased wife. The series is known for its stylized action sequences, intricate world-building of assassins, and themes of loyalty and revenge. It features a blend of intense action, drama, and a unique aesthetic that has garnered a significant fanbase.
- Age guide
- R (Restricted - Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian)
- Overall risk
- 7/10
- Violence
- 9/10
- Toxic behaviour
- 7/10
- Stranger contact
- 2/10
- Addiction risk
- 8/10
- Language
- 6/10
- Influence
- 8/10
What parents should know
The John Wick film series is rated R due to its pervasive strong violence, some gore, and language. These films depict stylized, intense combat and mature themes involving criminal underworlds. Parents should strictly enforce age restrictions on streaming platforms and discuss the implications of viewing such graphic content.
What to do about John Wick
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- The age-by-age verdict
What we advise for under 8, 8-12 and 13+ - our age guide for John Wick is R (Restricted - Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian), and the answer changes with your child's age. - The one setting to change tonight
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John Wick age rating and parents guide: common questions
What age rating is John Wick?
Parentwise puts John Wick at R (Restricted - Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian). We advise John Wick from age 17 and up. Overall risk 7/10 (high risk). Violence scores 9/10, language 6/10, stranger contact 2/10 and addiction risk 8/10.
Can a 10 year old watch John Wick?
Not by default: we advise John Wick from 17+, so at 10 it needs your supervision and the settings changed first.
Can a 12 year old watch John Wick?
Not by default: we advise John Wick from 17+, so at 12 it needs your supervision and the settings changed first.
Can a 13 year old watch John Wick?
Not by default: we advise John Wick from 17+, so at 13 it needs your supervision and the settings changed first. Teens in this age group may be exposed to the intense, stylized violence of John Wick films through clips or discussions, even if they haven't seen the full movies.
Is John Wick appropriate for kids?
The John Wick film series is rated R due to its pervasive strong violence, some gore, and language. Parentwise rates John Wick overall as high risk (7/10), with stranger contact at 2/10 and addiction risk at 8/10.
Is John Wick family friendly?
John Wick is one of the higher-risk titles we rate, so treat it as supervised rather than family viewing. These films depict stylized, intense combat and mature themes involving criminal underworlds.
John Wick parents guide: what should a parent know first?
The John Wick film series is rated R due to its pervasive strong violence, some gore, and language. The parts that most often catch parents out are stranger contact (2/10) and how hard it pulls for more time (8/10).
Is John Wick safe for kids?
We advise John Wick from age 17 and up. Overall risk 7/10 (high risk). These films depict stylized, intense combat and mature themes involving criminal underworlds.
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