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Charlie's Angels

2000

The captivating crime-fighting trio who are masters of disguise, espionage and martial arts are back! When a devious mastermind embroils them in a plot to destroy individual privacy, the Angels, aided by their loyal sidekick Bosley, set out to bring down the bad guys. But when a terrible secret is revealed, it makes the Angels targets for assassination.

Ages 13+Source checked

Why this age? PG-13 action violence, dangerous missions, suspense, suggestive humor and sexualized outfits make it more suitable for teens than younger children. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Recommended age13+

Strongest cautions

  • Violence4/5
  • Frightening scenes3/5
  • Sexual content & nudity3/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience4/5
  • Creativity & curiosity3/5
  • Good role models3/5

What’s in it?

Products & advertising2/5
Why this rating?

Features high-tech gadgets and some brand-name product placement.

Death of a character2/5
Why this rating?

Characters are threatened with death and some antagonists perish.

Graphic injury1/5
Why this rating?

Minimal; mostly bloodless action sequences with little focus on injuries.

Strong language2/5
Why this rating?

Includes mild profanity and some suggestive language.

Romance2/5
Why this rating?

Romantic subplots are present but secondary to the action mission.

Frightening scenes3/5
Why this rating?

Assassination threats and suspenseful spy action create moderate peril and tension, but the playful comedy tone keeps it from being highly frightening.

Sexual content & nudity3/5
Why this rating?

Suggestive jokes, flirtation, revealing outfits, burlesque-inspired presentation and sexualized comedy are recurring elements.

Alcohol or drugs1/5
Why this rating?

Occasional social drinking shown.

Violence4/5
Why this rating?

Frequent stylized martial-arts fights, gunplay, explosions, pursuits and dangerous confrontations; violence is usually comic and non-graphic.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience4/5
Why this rating?

The heroines repeatedly face assassination threats, dangerous missions and powerful opponents with confidence and perseverance.

Creativity & curiosity3/5
Why this rating?

Disguises, inventive spy tactics, choreography and imaginative gadgets encourage playful problem-solving and action fantasy.

Diverse representation2/5
Why this rating?

The central team includes women with different racial backgrounds and distinct personalities, agency and skills.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

It offers incidental exposure to espionage, disguises and technology, but is designed primarily as entertainment.

Kindness & empathy3/5
Why this rating?

Friendship, loyalty and mutual support among the Angels and Bosley are recurring strengths, despite a combative setting.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

It emphasizes loyalty, teamwork, female agency and using skills to stop dangerous wrongdoing, while glamorizing some reckless action.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

The Angels are capable, loyal and determined, though their methods involve deception, combat and risky behavior.

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  3. Which choice in Charlie's Angels would you have made differently, and why?
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