National Treasure (2004)
Brisk adventure and wholesome humor follow a treasure hunt for Revolutionary War riches hidden in plain sight.
Modern treasure hunters, led by archaeologist Ben Gates, search for a chest of riches rumored to have been stashed away by George Washington, Thomas Jefferson and Benjamin Franklin during the Revolutionary War. The chest's whereabouts may lie in secret clues embedded in the Constitution and the Declaration of Independence, and Gates is in a race to find the gold before his enemies do.
How intense is National Treasure?
National Treasure has no gore and some violence. Emotionally it carries some weight. The pace is brisk, and it is a family watch and a full-attention watch. The humor runs wholesome. Rated PG.
What National Treasure feels like
- Tone
- pulpysuspensefulcrowd pleasing
- Pace
- Brisk
- Humor
- wholesome
- Best for
- Family nightFull attention
Where to stream National Treasure
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 13, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is National Treasure for you?
Is National Treasure scary?
No. National Treasure is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is National Treasure gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and some violence (1 of 3). Squeamish viewers are fine here.
Is National Treasure sad or heavy?
A little. There is some emotional weight (1 of 3), but it is not a heavy watch.
Is National Treasure OK for kids?
It is rated PG and nothing here runs hot: scare 0, gore 0, violence 1, each out of 3. A safe family pick by the numbers.
How long is National Treasure?
National Treasure runs 2h 11m.
Where can I stream National Treasure?
National Treasure is streaming on Disney+.
Does National Treasure have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Yes. It lands on a happy note.
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