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Is Shazam! Fury of the Gods safe for your child?

Age guide

13+

We advise Shazam! Fury of the Gods from age 13 and up. Overall risk 4/10 (medium risk).

5-8
Children in this age range will likely find the action sequences and monster designs in Shazam!
9-12
For this age group, the film's PG-13 rating means it contains elements like fantasy violence, some language, and thematic elements that may require parental guidance or discussion.
13-15
Teenagers may appreciate the film's blend of superhero action and coming-of-age themes, including the challenges of sibling relationships and responsibility, which align with their developmental stage.
16+
Older teens can engage with the movie's exploration of identity, family dynamics, and the pressures of heroism, understanding the complex motivations of both heroes and villains.

Billy Batson and his foster siblings, who can transform into adult superheroes, must face off against the Daughters of Atlas. The film explores themes of family, responsibility, and finding your place.

Age guide
13+
Overall risk
4/10
Violence
5/10
Toxic behaviour
2/10
Stranger contact
2/10
Addiction risk
6/10
Language
2/10
Influence
5/10

What parents should know

Shazam! Fury of the Gods is a superhero film rated PG-13 for fantasy violence, some language, and thematic elements, making it generally suitable for teenagers and older. Parents should be aware of the intense action sequences and potentially frightening creature designs when considering it for younger viewers. Utilizing parental controls on Max to restrict content by rating is an effective way to manage access.

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Shazam! Fury of the Gods age rating and parents guide: common questions

What age rating is Shazam! Fury of the Gods?

Parentwise puts Shazam! Fury of the Gods at 13+. We advise Shazam! Fury of the Gods from age 13 and up. Overall risk 4/10 (medium risk). Violence scores 5/10, language 2/10, stranger contact 2/10 and addiction risk 6/10.

Can a 10 year old watch Shazam! Fury of the Gods?

Not by default: we advise Shazam! Fury of the Gods from 13+, so at 10 it needs your supervision and the settings changed first. For this age group, the film's PG-13 rating means it contains elements like fantasy violence, some language, and thematic elements that may require parental guidance or discussion.

Can a 12 year old watch Shazam! Fury of the Gods?

Not by default: we advise Shazam! Fury of the Gods from 13+, so at 12 it needs your supervision and the settings changed first. For this age group, the film's PG-13 rating means it contains elements like fantasy violence, some language, and thematic elements that may require parental guidance or discussion.

Can a 13 year old watch Shazam! Fury of the Gods?

Yes, 13 is at or above the age we advise for Shazam! Fury of the Gods (13+). Teenagers may appreciate the film's blend of superhero action and coming-of-age themes, including the challenges of sibling relationships and responsibility, which align with their developmental stage.

Is Shazam! Fury of the Gods appropriate for kids?

Shazam! Parentwise rates Shazam! Fury of the Gods overall as medium risk (4/10), with stranger contact at 2/10 and addiction risk at 6/10.

Is Shazam! Fury of the Gods family friendly?

Shazam! Fury of the Gods sits in the middle: fine with settings changed and an occasional check-in. Fury of the Gods is a superhero film rated PG-13 for fantasy violence, some language, and thematic elements, making it generally suitable for teenagers and older.

Shazam! Fury of the Gods parents guide: what should a parent know first?

Shazam! The parts that most often catch parents out are stranger contact (2/10) and how hard it pulls for more time (6/10).

Is Shazam! Fury of the Gods safe for kids?

We advise Shazam! Fury of the Gods from age 13 and up. Overall risk 4/10 (medium risk). Fury of the Gods is a superhero film rated PG-13 for fantasy violence, some language, and thematic elements, making it generally suitable for teenagers and older.

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