Pacific Rim (2013)
Giant robots punch monstrous invaders in a relentless, high-octane battle for Earth's survival.
Using massive piloted robots to combat the alien threat, Earth's survivors take the fight to the invading alien force lurking in the depths of the Pacific Ocean. Nearly defenseless in the face of the relentless enemy, the forces of mankind have no choice but to turn to two unlikely heroes who now stand as Earth's final hope against the mounting apocalypse.
How intense is Pacific Rim?
Pacific Rim is mildly scary, with light gore and brutal violence. Emotionally it carries some weight. The pace is relentless, and it is a full-attention watch and a party watch. Rated PG-13.
What Pacific Rim feels like
- Tone
- epichigh octanepulpy
- Pace
- Relentless
- Best for
- Full attentionParty
Where to stream Pacific Rim
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Is Pacific Rim for you?
Is Pacific Rim scary?
Only a little. Pacific Rim has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is Pacific Rim gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and brutal violence (3 of 3).
Is Pacific Rim sad or heavy?
A little. There is some emotional weight (1 of 3), but it is not a heavy watch.
Is Pacific Rim 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 Pacific Rim?
Pacific Rim runs 2h 11m.
Where can I stream Pacific Rim?
Pacific Rim is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
Does Pacific Rim have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Yes. It lands on a happy note.
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