Is Interstellar appropriate for children?

# Interstellar - Parental Guide This ambitious sci-fi adventure follows astronauts traveling through a wormhole to save humanity. While the PG-13 rating reflects mild language and some intense scenes, the film's complex themes and nearly three-hour runtime may challenge younger children. Best suited for mature children ages 12+ who enjoy thought-provoking science fiction.

What age is Interstellar suitable for?

Our verdict for Interstellar is: Use caution. See the age grid on this page for specific recommendations by age group.

Is Interstellar safe for children? | ScreenWise Parent Guide

Content breakdown

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Violence

Moderate

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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

2014

Rating

PG-13

Genre

Adventure, Drama, Science Fiction

Synopsis

The adventures of a group of explorers who make use of a newly discovered wormhole to surpass the limitations on human space travel and conquer the vast distances involved in an interstellar voyage.

Cast

Matthew McConaughey

Cooper

Anne Hathaway

Brand

Michael Caine

Professor Brand

Jessica Chastain

Murph

Full cast on IMDb ›

Age suitability

Under 6

Not yet

Ages 6–8

Not recommended

Ages 9–12

With parent

Ages 13+

Yes

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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