Hidden Strike (2023)

Released: 2023-07-06 Recommended age: 8+ IMDb 5.4
Hidden Strike

Movie details

  • Genres: Action, Comedy, Thriller
  • Director: Scott Waugh
  • Main cast: Jackie Chan, John Cena, Ma Xinrui, Jiang Wenli, Xu Jia
  • Country / region: China, United States of America
  • Original language: en
  • Premiere: 2023-07-06

Story overview

Hidden Strike is a 2023 action-comedy thriller starring Jackie Chan and John Cena as elite soldiers tasked with escorting civilians through dangerous territory filled with intense combat sequences, explosions, and high-stakes scenarios, blending martial arts choreography with comedic moments.

Parent Guide

Action-packed military adventure with moderate violence but minimal graphic content, suitable for older children who enjoy combat sequences with comedic relief.

Content breakdown

Violence & peril
Moderate

Frequent action violence including gunfire, explosions, hand-to-hand combat, and perilous situations where characters are in danger. Violence is stylized rather than graphic, with minimal blood.

Scary / disturbing
Mild

Intense action sequences with loud explosions and combat may be startling for younger viewers. No horror elements or disturbing imagery.

Language
Mild

Occasional mild language and rude humor. No strong profanity.

Sexual content & nudity
None

No sexual content or nudity.

Substance use
None

No depiction of alcohol, drugs, or smoking.

Emotional intensity
Moderate

High-energy action sequences create tension and excitement. Characters face life-threatening situations but with minimal emotional trauma depicted.

Parent tips

This film features frequent action violence including gunfights, explosions, martial arts combat, and perilous situations, but with minimal graphic detail. Language is mild with occasional rude humor. No sexual content or substance use is shown. Best suited for viewers ages 8+ who can handle moderate action intensity.

Parent chat guide

Discuss how the soldiers protect civilians and work as a team despite their differences. Talk about the difference between movie violence and real-world consequences. Address any fears about explosions or combat scenes by emphasizing the fictional nature and heroic themes.

Parent follow-up questions

  • Did you like the funny parts with the soldiers?
  • Were the loud noises scary or exciting?
  • What was your favorite part?
  • How did the soldiers work together to help people?
  • What would you do if you saw someone in danger?
  • Why do you think they used fighting instead of talking sometimes?
  • What did you think about the way the movie showed teamwork?
  • How realistic do you think the action scenes were?
  • What messages did you get about courage and protection?
  • How does this film compare to other action movies you've seen?
  • What did you think about the cultural elements in this US-China production?
  • Do you think the violence was necessary for the story?

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