The 120+ Best PG-13 Action Movies

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Updated September 15, 2023 19.8K votes 1.0K voters 37.2K views
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These are the best PG-13 action movies of all time. If you're looking for a great action movie your tween can watch, it's on this list. This list takes the best PG-13 action/adventure movies and pits them against each other to see once and for all what the greatest PG-13 Action/Adventure movie of all time is. This list of popular PG-13 action/adventure movies includes information like who directed the film, when it was released and which actors starred in the movie. If you think the top PG-13 Action/Adventure movie isn't as high as it should be then be sure to vote it up so it can take its rightful place among the other great PG-13 Action/Adventure films on this list. If you're trying to find a specific PG-13 Action/Adventure film you can search this list and filter to find what you're looking for.

This list is made up of movies like True Grit and Jurassic Park.

If you're trying to find out "What are the best PG-13 action/adventure movies?" and "What are the most famous PG-13 action/adventure movies?" then this list is the perfect resource for you.

Use this list if you're looking for some new action/adventure movies that are rated PG-13. Between Netflix, Hulu and other services there are thousands of great action/adventure movies rated PG-13, so get out there and start watching.

Among those that have directed a PG-13 Action/Adventure movie are Clint Eastwood and Kevin Costner.

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  • The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring
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    The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring

    Elijah Wood, Ian McKellen, Liv Tyler
    159 votes
    • Released: 2001
    • Directed by: Peter Jackson
    In The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring, a young hobbit, Frodo Baggins (Elijah Wood), is entrusted with an ancient ring. This ring, darkly powerful and coveted by the malevolent Dark Lord Sauron, must be destroyed to save Middle-earth. Guided by the wise wizard Gandalf (Ian McKellen) and joined by a diverse group of companions, Frodo embarks on a perilous journey towards Mount Doom, the only place where the ring can be unmade. This epic fantasy film won four Academy Awards and launched one of cinema's most celebrated trilogies.

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  • Jurassic Park
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    Jurassic Park

    Sam Neill, Laura Dern, Jeff Goldblum
    230 votes
    • Released: 1993
    • Directed by: Steven Spielberg
    In the thrilling film, Jurassic Park, eccentric billionaire John Hammond (Richard Attenborough) invites a team of experts to visit an island theme park populated by dinosaurs created from prehistoric DNA. The team comprises of paleontologist Dr. Alan Grant (Sam Neill), paleobotanist Dr. Ellie Sattler (Laura Dern), and mathematician Ian Malcolm (Jeff Goldblum). When the park's security system fails, these prehistoric creatures start roaming free, causing chaos for the visitors. Directed by Steven Spielberg, this groundbreaking sci-fi adventure won three Academy Awards for its stunning visual effects and sound design.

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  • The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King
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    The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King

    Elijah Wood, Ian McKellen, Liv Tyler
    136 votes
    • Released: 2003
    • Directed by: Peter Jackson
    In The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Frodo Baggins (Elijah Wood) and Samwise Gamgee (Sean Astin) press on towards Mount Doom to destroy the One Ring. Aragorn (Viggo Mortensen), rightful heir to the throne, marshals the forces of good for an epic battle against Sauron's evil army at Minas Tirith. This third installment in the fantasy trilogy, directed by Peter Jackson, won a record-breaking 11 Academy Awards including Best Picture. It's a tale of bravery, friendship, and the enduring struggle between good and evil.

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  • Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl
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    Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl

    Johnny Depp, Geoffrey Rush, Orlando Bloom
    104 votes
    • Released: 2003
    • Directed by: Gore Verbinski
    In Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl, Captain Jack Sparrow (Johnny Depp) finds himself on an unexpected journey to reclaim his ship, the Black Pearl, from cursed pirates. Alongside him is blacksmith Will Turner (Orlando Bloom), who's desperate to rescue his love, Elizabeth Swann (Keira Knightley), kidnapped by these supernatural sea-robbers. This adventure-fantasy flick, directed by Gore Verbinski, offers a thrilling blend of humor, swashbuckling action and eerie curses. It earned five Academy Award nominations, cementing its status in the annals of modern cinematic classics.

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  • The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers
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    The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers

    Elijah Wood, Ian McKellen, Liv Tyler
    201 votes
    • Released: 2002
    • Directed by: Peter Jackson
    Venturing deeper into the world of Middle-earth, the second installment of the award-winning epic fantasy series delves into the escalating battle between good and evil. The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers presents viewers with an enthralling narrative, as it follows the journey of separated fellowship members, each facing their own challenges. Aragorn (Viggo Mortensen), Legolas (Orlando Bloom), and Gimli (John Rhys-Davies) forge alliances to defend the besieged Rohan, while Frodo (Elijah Wood) and Sam (Sean Astin) encounter the treacherous Gollum (Andy Serkis) in their quest to destroy the One Ring. With unforgettable performances and breathtaking visuals, this cinematic masterpiece continues to enchant audiences worldwide.

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  • Avengers Franchise
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    Avengers Franchise

    Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Chris Hemsworth
    233 votes
    • Released: 2012 - Present
    • Directed by: Joss Whedon, Anthony Russo, Joe Russo
    Marvel's The Avengers(classified under the name Marvel Avengers Assemble in the United Kingdom and Ireland), or simply The Avengers, is a 2012 American superhero film based on the Marvel Comics superhero team of the same name, produced by Marvel Studios and distributed by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures.It is the sixth film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The film was written and directed by Joss Whedon and features an ensemble cast that includes Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Mark Ruffalo, Chris Hemsworth, Scarlett Johansson, Jeremy Renner, Tom Hiddleston, Clark Gregg, Cobie Smulders, Stellan Skarsgård, and Samuel L. Jackson. In the film, Nick Fury, director of the peacekeeping organization S.H.I.E.L.D., recruits Iron Man, Captain America, the Hulk, and Thor to form a team that must stop Thor's brother Loki from subjugating Earth.