Uncharted

Uncharted

movie

PG-13, 2022, Action, Adventure

WISE
61%

WISE Score

41

Avg. Tomatometer

Tom Holland treasure-hunts his way through a video game adaptation that's fine if you need two hours of airplane-mode entertainment.

IMDb6.3
RT Critics41%
MC45
TMDB6.9
Common Sense Media
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Screenwise Verdict

Uncharted is the cinematic equivalent of a solid 7/10 video game adaptation—which, let's be honest, is actually an achievement in that genre. Tom Holland brings his Spider-Man charm to Nathan Drake, and the buddy-comedy dynamic with Mark Wahlberg's Sully has its moments.

The problem? It's aggressively fine. The action is competent, the treasure-hunting puzzles are serviceable, and the plot hits every expected beat without surprise. It's not going to offend anyone (well, maybe hardcore game fans), but it's not going to blow anyone away either.

For families with tweens who love adventure movies, this works as a Saturday afternoon watch. The violence is typical PG-13 action fare—lots of punching and shooting but nothing graphic. The moral compass is a bit wobbly (everyone's lying to everyone for gold), but it lands on friendship and loyalty by the end.

Just don't expect Indiana Jones. Expect Indiana Jones ordered from Wish.

Age Fit

Best for tweens and teens 11-17 who can handle action violence and won't be bothered by the fact that this is basically a B+ video game movie. Younger kids might find it too intense; older teens might find it too generic.

WISE Breakdown
Wholesome
68

Action-adventure tone with buddy-comedy partnership between Nathan and Sully models loyalty and teamwork. Pacing is brisk and engaging without being chaotic. However, the treasure-hunting premise involves deception, betrayal, and morally gray characters pursuing wealth, which tempers the wholesomeness. The wisecracking dynamic is generally lighthearted but involves some mild antagonism.

Imaginative
62

Based on a popular video game franchise, the film offers globe-trotting adventure, historical puzzles, and treasure-hunting exploration. However, it's derivative of Indiana Jones and other adventure films, lacking true originality. The treasure hunt format invites curiosity about history and problem-solving, but the execution is fairly standard Hollywood blockbuster fare without inspiring deeper creative thinking or expression.

Safe
65

As an action-adventure film, expect typical PG-13 content: gunfights, hand-to-hand combat, chase sequences, and perilous situations. No MPAA rating provided in data, but based on genre and franchise, likely includes moderate violence without gore, possible mild language, and potentially some sexual tension or innuendo. No surprise traumatic content expected, but action sequences may be intense for younger viewers. The violence is stylized and adventure-focused rather than realistic or disturbing.

Enriching
58

TMDB rating of 6.9 suggests moderately entertaining but not exceptional. The film touches on themes of family (searching for lost brother), trust, and partnership. Historical treasure-hunting elements could spark interest in exploration and history, but the film prioritizes spectacle over substance. Minimal meaningful character development or ethical complexity. It's popcorn entertainment that won't leave lasting insights but provides escapist fun.

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Why It Might Be Great

  • Fast-paced adventure with globe-trotting locations keeps things visually interesting
  • Buddy dynamic between Nathan and Sully models loyalty and partnership (even when they're bickering)
  • Could spark interest in historical mysteries and exploration
  • If your kid loved the Uncharted games, they'll enjoy seeing it come to life
  • Action sequences are big-budget spectacle without being gratuitously violent
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What to Watch For

  • Typical action movie violence: gunfights, fistfights, people falling from great heights
  • Characters lie, betray, and double-cross each other in pursuit of treasure (not exactly role model behavior)
  • Some perilous situations that might be intense for sensitive younger viewers
  • It's pretty formulaic—if your kid has seen any Indiana Jones movie, they've basically seen this

Conversation Starters

  • "Would you actually want to go treasure hunting like that, or does it seem way too dangerous in real life?"
  • "Nathan is searching for his brother—what would you do to find someone you cared about?"
  • "The characters keep betraying each other for gold. Is any amount of treasure worth losing friends over?"
  • "What historical treasure or mystery would you want to solve if you could?"
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