Why did they have to add the sexual content? Other than that, there's some language and some intense action. Altogether, Star Trek is an excellent movie.
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Not age appropriate for kids under 9, age appropriate for kids over 12; suggested age 12. -
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Common Sense says
Classic franchise gets new life in rousing space adventure.
Themes in this movie include: friendship, revenge
updated 09.25.09
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 12 and Up
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What Parents Need to Know
About Star Trek
Parents need to know that although this slick, upbeat sci-fi adventure isn't much more violent than the earlier Star Trek movies, there's a heightened feel that gives it a little bit more edge. While the action is (mostly) bloodless, it's also intense; expect lots of fights, battles, and hand-to-hand combat. At one point, the villains destroy an entire planet of humanoid aliens. Some of the comic relief scenes have a flirty, playful sense of sexuality (Kirk has always been a ladies' man), but that's balanced by the mature depiction of a relationship. There's also a bit of language ("bulls--t," etc.) and some drinking.
Read our full review by James Rocchi
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about the enduring appeal of Star Trek -- what makes people become such faithful fans? Why do you think the studio decided to make a new version? How does it compare to the older movies and TV shows?
- Talk about revenge, which is a major theme in the film. Ask kids whether it's ever justified to hurt others in the name of revenge. How much of the movie's violence can be traced back to that motivation? How much impact does it have compared to the violence in other action movies? Why?
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Most Recent Reviews
- I rate this title on for age 13 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- I rate this title on for age 12 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
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- Good role models
Exciting, fun, and worthy of the show
(spoilers) I loved the movie, and look forward to owning it on DVD, but it will be a while before my daughter is allowed to watch it. My main concern is when Vulcan gets destroyed. It was a great part of the plot, well written, and the special effects were great. As a lifelong fan of Star Trek, I also found it heart-rending. But I don't think my daughter needs to confront the idea of genocide until she is much older.
- I rate this title on for age 9 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate sexual content
- My highlights are:
- Good role models
okay, you have to know star trek to like it.
you must know the characters to like it. a little violent, a little sexual content, kissing and more. nothing a 9 year old can't handle
- I rate this title off for age 14 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
Off for 14 and under.
Any reference to b****tiality is definitely not for 12 year olds.
- I rate this title on for age 11 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate sexual content
- My highlights are:
- Good role models
Words Cannot Describe How Entertaining this Film is!
Now, I am not a fan of the Star Trek series... at all. In fact, I don't even like this series. But this looked like a new start for the series; frankly, it looked awesome. So when I went, I was in for a huge surprise; it wasn't just better, it was absolutely fantastic! I loved it! It was original, thrilling, and funny! PARENTS: Although practically bloodless, it is quite intense with major battles and some frightening creature images. It also has a brief sexual encounter (no nudity). Thanks for reading, and please rent or even buy this film; it's a real treat! - Movie Man
- I rate this title on for age 12 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
- My highlights are:
- Good role models
Great for people who know the whole series like I did
I really injoyed It because I really like Chirs Pine,Lenord Nimoy.It also has great storytelling and great acting.
- I rate this title iffy for age 12 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- Excessive consumerism
- My highlights are:
- Good role models
Good for tweens!
An entertaing but violent story of heroes that travel space.
- I rate this title on for age 12 and give it
Loved it
If you like the Newer Star Trek series it has the same intensity. Some sensuality-They show a Green women in her bra and panties and another women in her bra-the scene is short. Other than that it's great
- I rate this title on for age 10 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
OK Or Fine Movie/Film
- I rate this title on for age 10 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
OK Or Fine Movie/Film
- I rate this title on for age 11 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate language
"Die hard fans of Star trek should see it."
The first half was painful, but then it came together and wowed me. when the end credits started everyone actually stood up and started clapping. No, I don't mean that in the bad way.
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- Excessive consumerism
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
- Negative role models
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- Good role models
simon pegg is the only good actor in the movie
- I rate this title on for age 12 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
I really liked this movie and I'm not even a Star Trek fan.
- I rate this title off for age 8 and give it
Prefect for kids 8 and up, but not for younger children.
Really cool special effects! Everybody needs to see it (if they want to,). There is volence and swearing, so recommand this movie to children ages 8 and up.
- I rate this title iffy for age 9 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
older kids
iffy for 9: STRONG VIOLENCE, MODERATE LANGUAGE, BRIEF SEXUAL FOREPLAY AND DRINKING
- I rate this title on for age 10 and give it
- My highlights are:
- Good role models
- I rate this title on for age 10 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- My highlights are:
- Good role models
NOT GOOD FOR ANYONE UNDER DOUBLE DIGITS. IT'S A GREAT FILM THOUGH.
- I rate this title on for age 10 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- Excessive consumerism
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
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OK
- I rate this title on for age 13 and give it
- My highlights are:
- Good role models
Absolutely and amazingly fantastic
This is one the of the most absurdly amazing movies in the whole entire world. Though that is, of course, a matter of opinion. I thought they did an abolutely wonderful job in the recasting of the original characters, and bringing Leonard Nimoy into the movie was a stroke of genius. There was a bar fight near the beginning that was definitely touching on the violent side, a bit of language, and a bedroom scene that was most emphatically not appropriate, but it was a truly spectacular movie.
- I rate this title on for age 8 and give it
- My highlights are:
- Good role models
The new old generation
This is a great addition to the Trek Canon, and uses a cute trick to avoid the wrath of the Trekkers.
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| 48% | of parents say the sexual behavior isn't age appropriate |
| 33% | of parents say it's too violent |
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