Suicide Squad (2016), PG-13, 2 hr 3 min

Suicide Squad

Year: 2016
Franchise: DC Extended Universe (DCEU)
Franchise #: 3
MPAA Rating: PG-13
Total Runtime: 123 minutes
Tagline: “Worst. Heroes. Ever.”

Main Cast
Will Smith as Floyd Lawton / Deadshot
Margot Robbie as Harley Quinn
Jared Leto as The Joker
Joel Kinnaman as Rick Flag
Viola Davis as Amanda Waller
Jai Courtney as Captain Boomerang
Cara Delevingne as Enchantress
Jay Hernandez as El Diablo
Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje as Killer Croc
Karen Fukuhara as Katana

Reviews
Synopsis: The government forms a black-ops team of imprisoned supervillains to handle impossible missions. When a mystical threat (the Enchantress) goes out of control, the Suicide Squad is sent to stop her—whether they like it or not. Along the way, they struggle with betrayal, chaos, and surprisingly, some moments of heart.

Overview: Suicide Squad had a great trailer, big hype, and a killer cast—but the movie itself ended up messy. It’s full of style, quick edits, and music-video energy. Some characters like Harley Quinn and Deadshot stand out, but the plot gets lost in the shuffle. It’s fun in parts, but many felt it didn’t live up to its potential. Still, it helped launch Margot Robbie’s Harley into icon status.

Family Friendliness: This one’s not for young kids. There’s a lot of violence (gunfire, sword fighting, explosions), some disturbing scenes, mild innuendo, and intense visuals. While it’s not rated R, the tone is edgy. Teens might enjoy the rebellious vibe, but parental guidance is recommended.

Christian Perspective: The movie plays in morally gray territory. It’s about redemption—but through criminals doing good only because they’re forced to. While some characters, like El Diablo, seek repentance for past sins, others revel in chaos. Christians might appreciate the theme that even broken people can choose the right path, but they should also be cautious about the glamorization of violence and rebellion.

Critics Ratings
My Rating:  5/10
The Dove Foundation: ❌ Not Dove-Approved
IMDb: 5.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes: Critics: 26%, Audience: 58%
Metacritic: 40/100

Notable Scenes
Introduction Montage – Amanda Waller lays out each squad member's criminal history

Harley Quinn in the Elevator – A solo fight showcasing her acrobatic skill

Bar Confession Scene – The squad opens up about guilt and identity

Final Battle with Enchantress – Flashy, chaotic, and emotionally loaded

Joker’s Rescue Mission – Jared Leto’s Joker attempts to break Harley out

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