Avatar (2009)
A paraplegic Marine navigates an alien world, torn between duty and protecting a vibrant civilization.
In the 22nd century, a paraplegic Marine is dispatched to the moon Pandora on a unique mission, but becomes torn between following orders and protecting an alien civilization.
How intense is Avatar?
Avatar is mildly scary, with light gore and brutal violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is brisk, and it is a full-attention watch and a date-night pick. Rated PG-13.
What Avatar feels like
- Tone
- epicsuspensefulatmospheric
- Pace
- Brisk
- Best for
- Full attentionDate night
Where to stream Avatar
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 12, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is Avatar for you?
Is Avatar scary?
Only a little. Avatar has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is Avatar gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and brutal violence (3 of 3).
Is Avatar sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is Avatar OK for kids?
It is rated PG-13. Intensity: scare 1, gore 1, violence 3, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is Avatar?
Avatar runs 2h 42m.
Where can I stream Avatar?
Avatar is streaming on Disney+ and Hulu.
Does Avatar have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Bittersweet. It earns its ending, but not everyone gets what they want.
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