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The Hunger Games

2008 · Book

Not officially rated

Content Ratings

Language1/5
Violence4/5
Sexual Content1/5
Substances1/5
Scary/Intense4/5
5
Family Score
Suggested Age

14+

Parent Verdict

This young adult dystopian novel features intense survival themes and graphic violence including teen deaths in combat. While it addresses important social themes, the violent content and emotional intensity make it more suitable for mature teens who can process dark material critically.

About This Rating

Our family-friendliness rating for The Hunger Games is based on analysis across five key categories: Language, Violence, Sexual Content, Substances, and Scary/Intense scenes. Each category is rated from 0 (none) to 5 (extreme).

The Family Score of 5/10 provides an overall assessment of how suitable this book is for family viewing. We recommend this content for ages 14+.

The Hunger Games Book Family Rating | BeforeTheyWatch