PG-13

What it’s about: The oceangoing DC Comics character gets his own film, straddling life on the surface and turmoil in the undersea kingdom of Atlantis.

The kid attractor

factor: The big, bold, bright aquatic adventure will be a draw for kids.

Violence: Fighting, shooting, stabbing, destruction, etc., but nothing too gory.

Language: Some swearing/strong language.

Sexuality: A prolonged kiss.

Drugs: Strong beer.

Parents advisory: This is a fun spectacle that will please the whole family, but it’s too scary for younger kids.

PG-13

What it’s about: The cuddliest Transformer of all, Bumblebee, gets his own ’80s-set origin story.

The kid attractor

factor: The young stars, comedy and action spectacle will draw kids and teens.

Violence: Several action/fight scenes between Bumblebee and the Decepticons.

Language: None.

Sexuality: Some flirtation.

Drugs: None.

Parents advisory: This is family-friendly and a fun Transformers flick that will appeal to all ages — just too violent for the youngest kids.

PG

What it’s about: An eye-popping animated film featuring newest Spider-Man Miles Morales and all of the other Spider-people from the other universes.

The kid attractor

factor: The character, as well as the incredible and beautiful animation.

Violence: Some action scenes featuring chasing, beating, explosions, shooting, etc.

Language: No strong swear words but some mature language.

Sexuality: None.

Drugs: None.

Parents advisory: Probably too scary for the youngest ones.