Snake Eyes: G.I. Joe Origins poster

Snake Eyes: G.I. Joe Origins (2021)

Film · 2h 1m · Rated PG-13

Action, Adventure

A relentless, high-octane adventure follows a loner's gritty path to becoming a ninja warrior.

A party watch at full speed. Emotionally it carries some weight.

Streaming on Paramount+.

Snake Eyes: G.I. Joe Origins parents guide

No surprises for a PG-13: no sex or nudity and mild language.

Our estimate: fine from about 13. Rated PG-13.

Scare
Not scary
Jump scares
A couple
One or two sudden jolts.
Gore
Light gore
Some blood or injury, briefly.
Violence
Strong violence
Violence is frequent or intense.
Sex and nudity
None noted
Language
Mild
Mild words like damn, hell or crap.

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Three questions

How gory is Snake Eyes: G.I. Joe Origins?
Light gore and strong violence.
What is Snake Eyes: G.I. Joe Origins rated, and is it OK for kids?
It is rated PG-13, with strong violence. Your call for older kids.

What is Snake Eyes: G.I. Joe Origins about?

After saving the life of their heir apparent, tenacious loner Snake Eyes is welcomed into an ancient Japanese clan called the Arashikage where he is taught the ways of the ninja warrior. But, when secrets from his past are revealed, Snake Eyes' honor and allegiance will be tested – even if that means losing the trust of those closest to him.

Does it have a happy ending? (spoiler-safe)

It leaves things open rather than tying them up.

Cast and crew

Directed byRobert Schwentke
StarringHenry Golding, Andrew Koji, Haruka Abe, Úrsula Corberó, Samara Weaving, Takehiro Hira

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