Is Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom appropriate for children?

# Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom - Parent Guide This PG-13 action film features strong violence including intense battle scenes and weapon use that may be too much for younger children. While language and sexual content are mild, the overall intensity and darker tone make it better suited for older teens than elementary or middle schoolers.

What age is Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom suitable for?

Our verdict for Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom is: Not recommended. See the age grid on this page for specific recommendations by age group.

Is Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom safe for children?

Content breakdown

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Violence

Strong

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Language / Profanity

Mild

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Sexual Content

Mild

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Horror / Scary

Mild

About this movie

Type

Movie

Released

2023

Rating

PG-13

Genre

Action, Adventure, Fantasy

Synopsis

Black Manta seeks revenge on Aquaman for his father's death. Wielding the Black Trident's power, he becomes a formidable foe. To defend Atlantis, Arthur (Aquaman) forges an alliance with his imprisoned brother. They must protect the kingdom.

Cast

Jason Momoa

Arthur

Patrick Wilson

Orm

Yahya Abdul-Mateen II

Black Manta

Randall Park

Dr. Shin

Full cast on IMDb ›

Age suitability

Under 6

Not yet

Ages 6–8

Not recommended

Ages 9–12

Not recommended

Ages 13+

Not recommended

Where to watch

🎬 Find on Amazon

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Ratings based on MPAA/TV classification and TMDB metadata. Updated March 2026.
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