In some theaters, they may request your ID for age verification, but most theaters won't care as long as you have a valid paid ticket to the R-rated film.

Do movie theaters actually ID?

Guests under 17 must be accompanied by a guardian who is 21 or older. Please be prepared to show ID at the theatre.

Do they actually check IDs for R-rated movies?

Ushers or door checkers are authorized to verify IDs before entrance to R rated films. Internet or kiosk ticket purchases for R rated films may be checked at the theatre; please be prepared with photo ID as R rated film policies apply to internet/kiosk purchases as well.

Do you need ID to watch a 18 movie?

We reserve the right to require you to prove your age with appropriate photographic ID if you are going to a 12A, 15, 18 film or purchasing an alcoholic drink. If you are unable to prove your age you will be not be able to watch the film or buy an alcoholic drink.

Can an 18 year old take a 16 year old to an R-rated movie?

Children under 17 must be accompanied by a parent or adult guardian over the age of 21 for R-rated movies. I.D. is required for proof of age. Children under 6 years of age are not permitted into R-rated features at all.

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How to get into a 15 movie without ID?

Then, ask your parents, older siblings, or friends if they'll go with you. Or, buy the ticket yourself by appearing older. Wear clothes that are more mature and fit you well, then approach the ticket counter confidently. As an alternative, buy your ticket online or at a kiosk with a credit, debit, or gift card.

Is it illegal for a 13 year old to watch a rated R movie?

Talk about why he wants to see the movie.

The R-rating doesn't ban children under 17 from a movie, it restricts them to watching it with a parent or guardian (and includes a recommendation that parents and guardians learn more before allowing their child to see the movie).

Can I take my daughter to an 18 film?

No one younger than 18 may see an 18 film in a cinema.

Can I take my child to an 18 movie?

The BBFC rules say that no one under 18 may watch an 18 movie in a cinema, or buy or rent an 18 movie.

Can a 17 year old get into a 18 movie?

In most places, if you want to see a film in the cinema and you are younger than the age rating, the cinema are not legally allowed to let you in to see it.

Do cinemas check age?

We always follow national rules about film ratings, and if you're lucky enough to be looking younger than the film's rating, we'll have to ask to see some ID. Another reason you could be asked for ID is to make sure you're getting the right ticket for your film. Our ticket types can be found here.

Do theaters check your age?

They will ask to see either your driver's license or your state ID, both will have your picture and your birthdate on it, and they generally check to make sure that you're 18 years old or older in order to see a R-rated movie. Some don't.

Does Cinemark ask for IDS?

Valid ID's will be required to attend R-Rated movies, and will be checked at the theatre.

Why do movie theaters check ID?

I don't' think that there's any specific movie theater that you can point to that doesn't ask for an ID. Technically, they're supposed to ask for an ID for anyone who appears to be under 17 if that person is trying to buy a ticket for an R-rated movie and is not accompanied by their parent or guardian.

Why is rated R 17 and not 18?

Prior to 1970, the R rating restricted admission to children under the age of 16 unless accompanied by a parent or guardian. However, along with other changes made to the film rating system that year, this restriction was raised to children under the age of 17.

How can a minor sneak into a rated R movie?

Teens sneak into movies using a variety of different methods. Some create or buy fake IDs, others try to bribe the ticket box office worker (usually a school friend) while others purchase tickets for a G-rated movie, enter the theater and then sneak into the R-rated film of their choice. Often, these schemes work.

Can a 14 year old go to an R-rated movie?

R: Restricted - Under 17 requires accompanying parent or guardian. Children under 17 are not allowed to attend R-rated movies unless accompanied by a parent or legal guardian 25 years of age or older.

Can a 17 year old accompany a minor to R-rated movie?

Children under age 17 requires an accompanying parent or guardian (age 21 or older) to attend R rated performances. 25 years and under must show ID for R rated performances.

What does MA 15+ mean?

MA 15+ rated material contains strong content and is legally restricted to people over the age of 15. It contains elements such as sex scenes and drug use that could have a strong impact on the viewer. A person may be asked to show proof of their age before purchasing or viewing an MA 15+ film or computer game.

Can an 18 year old bring someone to a rated R movie?

Age Restrictions on Rated R Movies

If you're under 17 years old, you will need a parent or guardian over 21 years old to accompany you into the theater if you want to see an R-rated movie. Some theaters may also require ID from anyone under 21 years of age in order to purchase tickets for an R-rated movie.

Can a 14 year old see a 18 movie?

This rating signals that a movie's content may be very graphic and should not be watched by anyone under the age of 18. The film may include very strong language, explicit sex scenes and strong violence.

Is 16+ rated R?

G - General audiences. M - Mature audiences. R - Restricted: no-one under 16 (later 17) admitted unless accompanied by an adult. X - Adults only - no-one under 17 admitted.

Why is John Wick 4 Rated R?

Violence & Scariness. Extremely graphic, intense action violence. Many, many characters die. Lots of guns and shooting, with bullet wounds, blood sprays, martial arts fighting, punching, kicking, bloody wounds, brutal injuries, etc.

Is Barbie rated R?

But if you haven't heard, the Motion Picture Association actually gave Barbie, Ken, and the gang a PG-13 rating! It never once crossed my mind that perhaps Barbie might be inappropriate for my 8-year-old daughter. First of all, the movie is being marketed to girls well under 13.

Do cinemas check if you're 15?

Cinemas are required to abide by the MA 15+ and R 18+ restrictions. This means refusing entry to an MA 15+ film to any person who reasonably appears to be under 15 and who is not accompanied by his or her parent or a guardian. Entry to an R 18+ film can be refused to any person who reasonably appears to be under 18.