Jack the Giant Slayer (2013)
A farmhand's accidental discovery reignites an ancient war, forcing him into an epic, whimsical battle against giants.
The story of an ancient war that is reignited when a young farmhand unwittingly opens a gateway between our world and a fearsome race of giants. Unleashed on the Earth for the first time in centuries, the giants strive to reclaim the land they once lost, forcing the young man, Jack into the battle of his life to stop them. Fighting for a kingdom, its people, and the love of a brave princess, he comes face to face with the unstoppable warriors he thought only existed in legend–and gets the chance to become a legend himself.
How intense is Jack the Giant Slayer?
Jack the Giant Slayer is mildly scary, with light gore and strong violence. Emotionally it carries some weight. The pace is brisk, and it is a family watch and a full-attention watch. Rated PG-13.
What Jack the Giant Slayer feels like
- Tone
- epicwhimsical
- Pace
- Brisk
- Best for
- Family nightFull attention
Where to stream Jack the Giant Slayer
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 13, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is Jack the Giant Slayer for you?
Is Jack the Giant Slayer scary?
Only a little. Jack the Giant Slayer has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is Jack the Giant Slayer gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is Jack the Giant Slayer sad or heavy?
A little. There is some emotional weight (1 of 3), but it is not a heavy watch.
Is Jack the Giant Slayer OK for kids?
It is rated PG-13. Intensity: scare 1, gore 1, violence 2, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is Jack the Giant Slayer?
Jack the Giant Slayer runs 1h 54m.
Where can I stream Jack the Giant Slayer?
Jack the Giant Slayer is streaming on Tubi.
Does Jack the Giant Slayer have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Yes. It lands on a happy note.
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