Is Missing in Action appropriate for children?

# Missing in Action - Parental Guide "Missing in Action" is an R-rated action film featuring Chuck Norris in a Vietnam War rescue mission with strong violence, language, and moderate sexual content. The intense combat scenes and mature themes make it unsuitable for children and best suited for older teens and adults who enjoy action movies.

What age is Missing in Action suitable for?

Our verdict for Missing in Action is: Not recommended. See the age grid on this page for specific recommendations by age group.

Is Missing in Action safe for children?

Content breakdown

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Violence

Strong

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Language / Profanity

Strong

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Sexual Content

Moderate

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Horror / Scary

Moderate

About this movie

Type

Movie

Released

1984

Rating

Genre

Action, Adventure, Thriller, War, Drama

Synopsis

American servicemen are still being held captive in Vietnam and it's up to one man to bring them home in this blistering, fast-paced action/adventure starring martial arts superstar Chuck Norris. Following a daring escape from a Vietnamese POW camp, Special Forces Colonel James Braddock (Norris) is on a mission to locate and save remaining MIAs.

Cast

Chuck Norris

Col. James Braddock

M. Emmet Walsh

Tuck

David Tress

Sen. Porter

Lenore Kasdorf

Ann

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

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