PG-13

The Perfect Storm

Feel its fury.

2000 • 130 min • Drama · Adventure · Action · Thriller

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Synopsis

In October 1991, a confluence of weather conditions combined to form a killer storm in the North Atlantic. Caught in the storm was the sword-fishing boat Andrea Gail.

Our family guide

Best from age 13

Movie Knight Score

2636 reviews

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A fishing crew aboard the Andrea Gail faces off against an unprecedented "perfect storm" in the North Atlantic. Based on a true story, this film explores their desperate fight for survival against overwhelming natural forces.

Violence & peril: 6/10
Language: 4/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking: 3/10
Romance & sensuality: 1/10
Scary moments: 8/10

Heads up

Intense storm sequences
Perilous situations at sea
Some moments of grief and loss

What it models well

Courage in adversity
Teamwork and camaraderie
Perseverance in dangerous work

Talk about it after

The power and unpredictability of nature
The risks and rewards of demanding professions
How individuals cope with impossible odds

Written by the Movie Knight editorial team for The Perfect Storm. Our own words, our own scoring — always double-check against your family's standards.