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Lethal Weapon 3

(1992, Rated R, Action/adventure, Starring Mel Gibson, Danny Glover, Joe Pesci)
  • Is it age appropriate?

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 14, age appropriate for kids over 15; suggested age 14.
  • Is it any good?

    3.0
  • Common Sense says

    Violent action sequel on par with rest of series.

Why We Rated This iffy for Ages 14–15

What to watch out for

  • Messages:

    Violence is used to solve conflicts. A few homophobic jokes.
  • Violence:

    Onscreen shootings, electrocution, death by ax, death by fire.
  • Sex:

    Kissing, light petting.
  • Language:

    Lots of foul language.
  • Consumerism:

    Coca-Cola, Exxon.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Alcohol, smoking, portrayed in a negative light.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Lethal Weapon 3

Parents need to know that this film contains lots of violence and the suggestion of sex. The violence isn't especially graphic in this installment of the series. No one seems to suffer or bleed that much, but there are several onscreen deaths. There are also a few homophobic jokes.

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  • Families can talk about sequels. Why do they get made? Are they ever as good as the originals? What are some of the common problems that plague the newer installments? Do you like seeing the same characters come to life again?

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Most Recent Reviews

  1. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in Louisiana
    I rate this title iffy for age 16 and give it 4.0

    An iffy sequel to two great movies

    This sequel is no where near as good as Lethal Weapon or Lethal Weapon 2. But, anyway, the same as the first two: Violence and language are pretty strong, but sex is not an issue with this film.

  2. Teen Reviewer Age 15
    Lives in Florida
    I rate this title iffy for age 2 and give it 5.0

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