How gory is Armageddon?

Light gore and strong violence.

What is Armageddon rated, and is it OK for kids?

Rated PG-13. Expect some strong language and strong violence, so it suits teens more than kids.

Armageddon (1998)

Film · 2h 31m · Rated PG-13

Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi

A relentless, high-octane mission sends a drilling crew into space to save Earth from an epic asteroid collision.

Suspenseful and earnest. A party watch at full speed. Emotionally it is heavy.

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Armageddon parents guide

It stays inside its PG-13, with no sex or nudity and some strong language.

Our estimate: fine from about 13. Rated PG-13.

Scare: Not scary
Jump scares: A couple; One or two sudden jolts.
Gore: Light gore; Some blood or injury, briefly.
Violence: Strong violence; Violence is frequent or intense.
Sex and nudity: None noted
Language: Moderate; Some strong profanity, a few f-words.

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How gory is Armageddon?: Light gore and strong violence.
What is Armageddon rated, and is it OK for kids?: Rated PG-13. Expect some strong language and strong violence, so it suits teens more than kids.

What is Armageddon about?

When an asteroid threatens to collide with Earth, NASA honcho Dan Truman determines the only way to stop it is to drill into its surface and detonate a nuclear bomb. This leads him to renowned driller Harry Stamper, who agrees to helm the dangerous space mission provided he can bring along his own hotshot crew. Among them is the cocksure A.J. who Harry thinks isn't good enough for his daughter, until the mission proves otherwise.

Does it have a happy ending? (spoiler-safe)

No. Brace yourself.