What is Jason Bourne about?
The most dangerous former operative of the CIA is drawn out of hiding to uncover hidden truths about his past.
Does it have a happy ending? (spoiler-safe)
It leaves things open rather than tying them up.
A former operative uncovers dark truths about his past in a relentless, high-octane, and gritty adventure.
Suspenseful and pulpy. A full-attention watch at full speed. Emotionally it is heavy.
Streaming on Netflix.
Jason Bourne parents guide
Brutal violence, which is more than most PG-13 titles carry. Beyond that, no sex or nudity and some strong language.
Our estimate: fine from about 16, higher than the PG-13 suggests, because of the violence.
- Scare
- Not scary
- Jump scares
- A couple
- One or two sudden jolts.
- Gore
- Light gore
- Some blood or injury, briefly.
- Violence
- Brutal violence
- Our top level for violence.
- Sex and nudity
- None noted
- Language
- Moderate
- Some strong profanity, a few f-words.
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Three questions
- Is Jason Bourne scary?
- No. Jason Bourne is not a scary watch.
- How gory is Jason Bourne?
- Light gore and brutal violence.
- What is Jason Bourne rated, and is it OK for kids?
- Better for teens than younger kids: it is rated PG-13, with some strong language and brutal violence.
Cast and crew
Directed byPaul Greengrass
StarringMatt Damon, Tommy Lee Jones, Alicia Vikander, Vincent Cassel, Julia Stiles, Riz Ahmed
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