Question 1

What age is Wild Thing appropriate for?

Accepted Answer

Movie Knight rates Wild Thing (1987) best from about age 13. A boy witnesses his parents' murder and grows up wild in the city's slums. Years later, he emerges as a mysterious protector, fighting drug dealers and gangs terrorizing his community.

Question 2

What is Wild Thing rated?

Accepted Answer

Wild Thing (1987) is rated PG-13. 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 Wild Thing?

Accepted Answer

Frequent action violence and fighting.; Drug dealing and use are central to the plot.; Some mature themes for younger viewers.. Violence is notable, language is mild, scary moments are moderate, romance or sensuality is mild, and substance use is notable.

Question 4

What are the positive themes in Wild Thing?

Accepted Answer

Courage and resilience; Protecting the vulnerable; Justice for the wronged.

Question 5

What can families talk about after watching Wild Thing?

Accepted Answer

How violence can perpetuate cycles of conflict.; The impact of urban poverty and crime.; Finding your own way to make a difference..

Question 6

Where can I watch Wild Thing?

Accepted Answer

Wild Thing (1987) is available on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Tubi TV, fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel. Movie Knight links straight to each option on the title page.

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