Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children (2005)
Kernel Score: 81% · 1,216 ratings · Rated PG-13
Genres: Animation, Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Science Fiction
Released: 2005-07-14
Runtime: 101 minutes
Where to watch Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
Overview
Two years have passed since the final battle with Sephiroth. Though Midgar, city of mako, city of prosperity, has been reduced to ruins, its people slowly but steadily walk the road to reconstruction. However, a mysterious illness called Geostigma torments them. With no cure in sight, it brings death to the afflicted, one after another, robbing the people of their fledgling hope.
Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children is a PG-13 anime action film with fantasy sword violence and themes of illness and loss.
- Violence & scariness: Strong — Frequent stylized swordplay and action violence occur throughout this PG-13 anime film.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG-13 rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Tetsuya Nomura
Cast
- Takahiro Sakurai as Cloud Strife (voice)
- Ayumi Ito as Tifa Lockhart (voice)
- Showtaro Morikubo as Kadaj (voice)
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- Keiji Fujiwara as Reno (voice)
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Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children FAQ
Is Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children good?
Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children has an 81% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 1,216 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children?
In the US you can rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children OK for kids?
Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children is rated PG-13. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children is a PG-13 anime action film with fantasy sword violence and themes of illness and loss.
What movies are like Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children?
If you liked Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children, try Sword Art Online the Movie: Ordinal Scale, Justice League: Gods and Monsters, Akira and Bubble.