Content breakdown
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Not recommended
# The Hunger Games - Parental Guide
Despite its PG-13 rating, this dystopian action film features strong violence including combat deaths and weapons use that may disturb sensitive children. The plot—children forced to fight to the death—involves mature themes unlikely appropriate for younger viewers. Consider waiting until your child is at least 14-15 years old.
About this movie
Genre
Science Fiction, Adventure, Action, Thriller
Synopsis
In a dystopian society where the Capitol forces each district to send two young tributes to fight to the death in a televised spectacle, a girl volunteers to take her sister’s place, setting the stage for a struggle of survival and defiance.
Cast
Jennifer Lawrence
Katniss Everdeen
Josh Hutcherson
Peeta Mellark
Liam Hemsworth
Gale Hawthorne
Woody Harrelson
Haymitch Abernathy
Age suitability
Ages 9–12
Not recommended
Where to watch
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Ratings based on MPAA/TV classification and TMDB metadata. Updated March 2026.
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