The Flash, a movie based on a DC comic, is now available to see in a movie theater near you. But is it appropriate for younger kids? I’m answering that question and more in my spoiler free The Flash parents guide. With a PG-13 rating that includes violence, some language and some sexual content, here’s what parents need to know about The Flash.
The Flash: A Parents Guide
The Flash is back on the big screen, but this time in his own stand alone film. In this latest DC movie, The Flash (played by Ezra Miller) tries go back in time to right the wrongs of the past, but ends up realizing that there are some problems he cannot run from. As a result, here’s what parents need to know about The Flash age rating.
What is The Flash Rated?
The Flash is rated PG-13, which means that some material is not suitable for children under the age of 13. For example, movies rated PG-13 might contain sexual content like nudity, violence, and/or brief language. Here, the movie contains violence, language and some sexual content.
Language
There is some profanity in this movie. For example, the Flash occassionally says curse words, like like “d**k”, “sh*t” and “f*ck.” Still, it doesn’t quite rise up to the level of profanity used in other superhero movies like Black Widow.
Sexual Content
Is there full frontal nudity in The Flash? Not exactly. However, one of the characters is seen partially nude, with his private parts not explicitly shown. While it’s not graphic, it is something that parents should be aware of. Additionally, that same character also briefly talks about sex.
Violence
The Flash is mostly rated PG-13 due to violence. Nevertheless, it’s not as violent as The Batman starring Robert Pattinson. While there is no serial killer type of villain like in that movie, there are many scenes where people are shot, stabbed, and beaten to death. Sometimes the violence is cartoonish, like in the opening disaster scene at a hospital. In others, it is dire and gruesome, like in the final battle scene. There is one scene in particular where a character engages in self-harm. That being said, the violence is on par with a typical Marvel movie.
Overall Thoughts
My whole family loved this movie, including my 10 year old son and my parents. My son wasn’t familiar with The Flash prior to seeing the movie and now he wants to see the series produced by CW and streamed on Netflix. However, as a parent, you’ll always use your discretion. While the movie itself isn’t on the PG-13 edge like The Batman, it does contain some profanity, partial nudity, and violence. The movie is also approximately 2 1/2 hours long. As a result, some kids might find it difficult to sit still for the entire movie.
As for me, my expectations were rather low for this particular movie. After seeing other DC movies like Black Adam, and deliberately skipping Shazam 2, I wasn’t too excited about seeing The Flash. But surprisingly, I really enjoyed it. This movie is a love letter for the fans of DC comics and I’m here for it. Before I was a Marvel fan, I was a DC fan, mostly because of the Superman movies with Christopher Reeve. I’ve previously written about how much I love movies made in the 1980s and The Flash reminded me of the movies that I grew up watching in the 80s (there was even some fun Back to the Future references). I don’t want to reveal any spoilers, but there are several scenes that made me want to clap in excitement.
This is definitely a movie that surprised me – in a good way.
There is one post-credit scene in The Flash.
About The Flash
Worlds collide in “The Flash” when Barry uses his superpowers to travel back in time in order to change the events of the past. But when his attempt to save his family inadvertently alters the future, Barry becomes trapped in a reality in which General Zod has returned, threatening annihilation, and there are no Super Heroes to turn to. That is, unless Barry can coax a very different Batman out of retirement and rescue an imprisoned Kryptonian… albeit not the one he’s looking for. Ultimately, to save the world that he is in and return to the future that he knows, Barry’s only hope is to race for his life. But will making the ultimate sacrifice be enough to reset the universe?
Very good.article I enjoyed this movie very much.