Raising Red Notice parents guide: what parents of kids 4–7 should know
Red Notice parents guide: the Netflix film is rated PG-13 in the US "for violence and action, some sexual references, and strong language," per the MPA. The UK's BBFC rated it 12A for violence, sex references and language, and Germany's FSK rated it 12. Common Sense Media, an independent nonprofit, lists it for ages 14 and up. It stars Dwayne Johnson, Ryan Reynolds and Gal Gadot.
Red Notice at a glance
- ✓Official rating above age 7
MPA: PG-13; BBFC: 12A; FSK: 12 - ✓Violence in rating descriptors
MPA: violence and action; BBFC: violence - –Scary content in rating descriptors
No threat descriptor in MPA or BBFC advice - ✓Bad language in rating descriptors
MPA: strong language; BBFC: language - ✓Sexual content, drugs, or alcohol in rating descriptors
MPA: some sexual references; BBFC: sex refs - ✓Rated 12 or higher in the UK or Germany
BBFC: 12A; FSK: 12
Each flag is a yes-or-no fact from the sources on this page. The number is a count of flags, not a safety score. How we count. Rating reasons marked mild, very mild, or brief don't count.
| Type | Netflix action comedy (2021): Interpol hunts the world's most wanted art thief source |
|---|---|
| US (MPA) | PG-13 (parents strongly cautioned; some material may be inappropriate for children under 13) — "for violence and action, some sexual references, and strong language" (Netflix) source |
| UK (BBFC) | 12A (no one under 12 unless with an adult) in cinemas; 12 on home video — violence, sex references, language source |
| Germany (FSK) | 12 (released for ages 12 and up) ("Red Notice" / "Roter Hinweis") source |
| Common Sense Media | 14+ — fistfights, chases, electrocution; one use of "f--k" |
Checked October 2026. Ratings and settings change; check the official source before you decide. What do these ratings mean?
Facts for parents, not medical or legal advice. If you're worried about your child, talk to your pediatrician.
What Red Notice is about
Red Notice is a 2021 action comedy in which Interpol goes after the world's most wanted art thief, per the BBFC. Dwayne Johnson, Ryan Reynolds and Gal Gadot star; Rawson Marshall Thurber directed. Netflix, Inc. is the distributor named on the MPA rating.
Red Notice parents guide: what's in it
Short answer: PG-13 in the US, 12A in the UK, 12 in Germany.
- US (MPA): PG-13, violence and action, some sexual references, strong language.
- UK (BBFC): 12A, violence, sex references, language.
- Germany (FSK): 12.
The BBFC describes moderate violence with fistfights, shootings and explosions, a man shocked with jumper cables, and blood from minor cuts. It lists infrequent strong language and comic jokes about sex. Common Sense Media adds that characters drink alcohol in moderation.
Is Red Notice on Netflix?
Short answer: Yes. It's a Netflix film; the MPA lists Netflix, Inc. as its distributor.
Netflix's own maturity rating can show up under a different label outside the US; the US rating is PG-13.
The habit kids may copy: the trick
The heroes keep double-crossing each other to win, and the film plays it for laughs.
Try tonight: honest game
Play a quick card or board game. If someone wants to peek or bend a rule, stop and ask: "Is it still fun if one of us breaks the rules?" Agree on one rule for everyone. In our program, this is the lesson "Fair Play": fair means the same rules for everyone.
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FAQ
What is Red Notice rated?
PG-13 in the US for violence and action, some sexual references, and strong language. It's 12A in the UK, 12 in Germany.
What age is Red Notice for?
The MPA rates it PG-13, and Common Sense Media lists it for 14+.
Does Red Notice have swearing?
Yes. The BBFC lists infrequent strong language ("f**k") and many milder words.
Is Red Notice violent?
The BBFC lists moderate violence, including fistfights, shootings and explosions, with blood from minor cuts.
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