Question 1

What age is Close Encounters of the Third Kind appropriate for?

Accepted Answer

Movie Knight rates Close Encounters of the Third Kind (1977) best from about age 9. After a close encounter with UFOs, an everyday man is compelled to seek out a mysterious, isolated mountain. His journey intertwines with others drawn by similar visions as humanity prepares for an extraordinary first contact.

Question 2

What is Close Encounters of the Third Kind rated?

Accepted Answer

Close Encounters of the Third Kind (1977) is rated PG. Movie Knight only lists family-appropriate titles, so nothing rated R or above appears on the site.

Question 3

Is there anything to watch out for in Close Encounters of the Third Kind?

Accepted Answer

Some intense moments and loud sounds; Characters face family separation briefly; Depiction of mass hysteria and government secrecy. Violence is mild, language is none to speak of, scary moments are moderate, romance or sensuality is none to speak of, and substance use is none to speak of.

Question 4

What are the positive themes in Close Encounters of the Third Kind?

Accepted Answer

Curiosity and exploration; Following your instincts; Awe and wonder of the unknown.

Question 5

What can families talk about after watching Close Encounters of the Third Kind?

Accepted Answer

How different people react to the unknown; The importance of communication; The idea of intelligent life beyond Earth.

Question 6

Where can I watch Close Encounters of the Third Kind?

Accepted Answer

Close Encounters of the Third Kind (1977) is available on Apple TV Store, HBO Max, Amazon Video, Claro video, JustWatch TV. Movie Knight links straight to each option on the title page.

Close Encounters of the Third Kind

Close Encounters of the Third Kind

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