Is RoboCop appropriate for children?

# RoboCop Parental Guide This R-rated sci-fi action film contains strong violence, graphic gunfights, and brutal scenes that aren't suitable for children. Expect frequent profanity, some sexual content, and disturbing imagery throughout. The dark, dystopian storyline and intense action sequences make it best reserved for mature teenagers and adults only.

What age is RoboCop suitable for?

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

Is RoboCop safe for children? | ScreenWise Parent Guide

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

1987

Rating

Genre

Action, Thriller, Science Fiction

Synopsis

In a violent, near-apocalyptic Detroit, evil corporation Omni Consumer Products wins a contract from the city government to privatize the police force. To test their crime-eradicating cyborgs, the company leads street cop Alex Murphy into an armed confrontation with crime lord Boddicker so they can use his body to support their untested RoboCop prototype. But when RoboCop learns of the company's nefarious plans, he turns on his masters.

Cast

Peter Weller

Officer Alex J. Murphy / RoboCop

Nancy Allen

Officer Anne Lewis

Dan O'Herlihy

The Old Man

Ronny Cox

Dick Jones

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

🎬 Find on Amazon

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