May contain violence, coarse language or sexually suggestive scenes, or any combination of them. Suitable for viewers 14 years of age or older. Viewers under 14 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. For each movie that we classify, you can go to our “find a rating page” and get more details.

Is 14A the same as PG-13?

14A: indicates that persons under 14 must be accompanied by an adult. May contain violence, coarse language, and/or sexually suggestive scenes. Parents are cautioned. PG -13: parents are cautioned that some material may not be suitable for children under the age of 13.

Can a 12 year old see a 14A movie?

14A. Suitable for persons 14 years of age or older.

Is 14A the same as R?

The five categories are G (suitable for all and replacing the similar Family), PG (unchanged, parental guidance advised), 14A (persons younger than 14 must be accompanied by an adult), 18A (persons younger than 18 must be accompanied by an adult) and R (unchanged, restricted to persons 18 or older).

What is the difference between PG and 14A?

PG (Parental Guidance): Parental guidance advised. Theme or content may not be suitable for all children. PG (Parental Guidance suggested): Some material may not be suitable for children. 14A (14 Accompaniment): Children under 14 must be accompanied by a parent or adult when they view, rent or buy.

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Is PG 14 a real thing?

Programming rated TV-14 in the United States by the TV Parental Guidelines signifies content with parents strongly cautioned. It corresponds to the MPA's PG-13 rating for movies, and the ESRB's T rating for video games.

Is PG higher than TV-14?

TV-PG - parental guidance is recommended; these programs may be unsuitable for younger children. TV-14 - these shows may be unsuitable for children under 14. TV-MA - these programs are intended to be viewed by mature, adult audiences and may be unsuitable for children under 17.

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

Movie theaters could be held liable if they allow someone under 16 to watch a movie that's R rated, but at home, there's no such liability. Movie ratings are a recommendation, not a law.

Is TV-MA appropriate?

TV-MA Mature Audience Only This program is specifically designed to be viewed by adults and therefore may be unsuitable for children under 17. This program contains one or more of the following: graphic violence (V), explicit sexual activity (S), or crude indecent language (L).

Is it illegal to watch R rated movies under 18?

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).

What are the rules for 14A movies?

14A - Film Rating. Persons younger than 14 years must be accompanied by an Adult. Coarse language and/or slurs directed to specific segments of society; sexual references. Infrequent strong, aggressive language.

Do you need ID to get into a 14A movie?

Any person seeking admission to a 14A or 18A film who, in the opinion of theatre staff, does not appear to be at least 18 years of age will be asked to produce PHOTO IDENTIFICATION. Parental permission is not sufficient.

Can I take my 9 year old to see a 12 film?

No. However, the BBFC considers the content of 12A rated films to be suitable for children aged 12 and over, and we would not recommend taking very young children to see them.

Can a 13 year old go to a 14a movie?

14a -- People under 14 must be accompanied by an adult. 18a -- People under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. R -- Under 18 not permitted. Source: me, I'm on the Ontario Film Review Board.

Can a 9 year old watch a PG 13 movie with a parent?

Films rated PG13 is an advisory rating for parents to note there are scenes or themes unsuitable for younger children. However, there's no age restriction; so the parent can choose to allow or bring the child for the movie.

What age is rated R for?

R: RESTRICTED. Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

What does rated D mean?

TV Parental Guidelines may have one or more letters added to the basic rating to let parents know when a show may contain violence, sex, adult language, or suggestive dialogue. D – suggestive dialogue (usually means talks about sex) L – coarse or crude language. S – sexual situations. V – violence.

Is R rated or MA worse?

TV-MA is a more severe rating than R. TV-MA is the equivalent of NC-17 in the US. Note that R and MA are used by two different groups. The MPAA (Motion Picture Association of America) uses a rating system that you can review here where R is the second most severe, coming up behind NC-17.

Is Y7 worse than PG?

TV-Y7-FV (Directed to Older Children - Fantasy Violence) - Programs where fantasy violence may be more intense or more combative than other programs in this category will be designated TV-Y7-FV. Equivalent to soft PG for movies and soft E10+ for video games.

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 they check ID for rated R?

Persons under 17 must be accompanied throughout the entire feature by an adult 21 or over for any R-rated feature. ID is required. Persons aged 17 to 20 may purchase tickets only for themselves for any R-rated feature.

Does AMC check ID for rated R movies?

AMC Requires Adult Supervision For Guests Under 17 in R-Rated Movies. AMC policies specific to R-Rated titles include children under 6 are not allowed at R-Rated movies after 6pm at any theatre. Guests under 17 must be accompanied by a guardian who is 21 or older. Please be prepared to show ID at the theatre.

What age is PG 14?

PARENTS STRONGLY CAUTIONED

This program contains some material that many parents would find unsuitable for children under 14 years of age. Parents are strongly urged to exercise greater care in monitoring this program and are cautioned against letting children under the age of 14 watch unattended.

What age is PG?

General viewing, but some scenes may be unsuitable for young children. A PG film should not unsettle a child aged around eight or older. Unaccompanied children of any age may watch, but parents are advised to consider whether the content may upset younger, or more sensitive, children.

Is PG 13 a thing?

Parental Strongly Cautioned: PG-13 - Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13. Parents are urged to be cautious. Some material may not be appropriate for pre-teenagers.