The Running Man
Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2004
A teenage boy, Dylan, is forced to participate in a deadly televised game where he must run for his life.
Concern Level
Extreme
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Extreme
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this dystopian thriller.
Depicts graphic violence and death as part of a deadly game.
Some profanity is present due to the intense and violent nature.
No blasphemy is present in this dystopian thriller.
No substance abuse is depicted in this dystopian thriller.
The constant threat of death and desperation might be disturbing.
The premise of a deadly televised game creates a suspenseful and scary atmosphere.
No occult or witchcraft themes are present in this dystopian thriller.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this dystopian thriller.
Promotes a bleak, survival-of-the-fittest worldview, challenging Christian values.
No negative portrayal of God or Christians is present in this story.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceDylan displays immense courage in the face of extreme danger.
No Christian faith elements are present in this story.
Themes of survival and camaraderie are present, not self-giving love.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central to this story.
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