Is Rambo: First Blood Part II appropriate for children?

# Rambo: First Blood Part II - Parent Guide This R-rated action film features intense combat violence, strong language, and some sexual content. Sylvester Stallone's character engages in graphic warfare throughout, making it unsuitable for children under 17. Only mature teens with parental permission should consider viewing.

What age is Rambo: First Blood Part II suitable for?

Our verdict for Rambo: First Blood Part II is: Not recommended. See the age grid on this page for specific recommendations by age group.

Is Rambo: First Blood Part II 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

1985

Rating

Genre

Action, Adventure, Thriller, War

Synopsis

John Rambo is released from prison by the government for a top-secret covert mission to the last place on Earth he'd want to return - the jungles of Vietnam.

Cast

Sylvester Stallone

John J. Rambo

Richard Crenna

Col. Samuel Trautman

Charles Napier

Marshall Murdock

Steven Berkoff

Lt. Col. Podovsky

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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