There is no definitive answer to this question as it depends on a number of factors such as the content of the film the country in which it is being released and the opinion of the person doing the rating. In the United States the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) is responsible for rating films. Their website states that their rating system is “not a recommendation but rather a tool to provide information so that parents can make the best viewing choices for their children.”
The MPAA rates films on a scale of G (general audiences – all ages admitted) PG (parental guidance suggested – some material may not be suitable for children) PG-13 (parents strongly cautioned – some material may be inappropriate for children under 13) R (restricted – under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian) and NC-17 (no one 17 and under admitted). Films that are rated G PG or PG-13 are generally considered appropriate for all audiences while those rated R or NC-17 are generally only suitable for adults.
However it is important to note that the MPAA’s ratings are only recommendations and ultimately it is up to the parents or guardians to decide what is appropriate for their children. Additionally different countries have different rating systems so a film that is rated R in the US may be rated PG or PG-13 in another country. For example the film “Deadpool” was rated R in the US for “strong violence and language throughout sexual content and graphic nudity” but was rated 15 in the UK for “strong bloody violence sexual content nudity language”.
Ultimately it is up to the parents or guardians to decide what films are appropriate for their children. They can use the rating system as a guide but should also take into account the content of the film the child’s age and maturity level and their own personal opinion.
Can a 12 year old watch a rated R movie in theaters?
No a child under the age of 17 requires an accompanying parent or adult guardian to watch a rated R movie in theaters.
At what age can you watch a rated R movie in theaters alone?
17 and up
Why do some movies have a rating of NC-17?
NC-17 means “No children under 17 admitted.
” Movies with this rating can be extremely graphic with explicit violence sex drug use and nudity.
How old do you have to be to buy a rated R movie ticket?
There is no set age as ticket buyers are not typically asked for proof of age.
However most movie theaters will not sell tickets to rated R movies to children under the age of 17.
Is there an age limit to rated R movies?
No there is no age limit.
However children under the age of 17 require an accompanying parent or adult guardian to watch a rated R movie in theaters.
Why are some movies rated R?
Movies are rated R for a variety of reasons including violence sex drug use and nudity.
How old do you have to be to rent a rated R movie?
There is no set age as renters are not typically asked for proof of age.
However most video stores will not rent rated R movies to children under the age of 17.
How old do you have to be to buy a rated R movie?
There is no set age as buyers are not typically asked for proof of age.
However most stores will not sell rated R movies to children under the age of 17.
How old do you have to be to watch a rated R movie on TV?
There is no set age as viewers are not typically asked for proof of age.
However most networks will not air rated R movies during hours when children are likely to be watching television.
How old do you have to be to rent a rated R movie from a Redbox?
There is no set age as renters are not typically asked for proof of age.
However most Redbox locations will not rent rated R movies to children under the age of 17.
Can a rated R movie be edited for TV?
Yes a rated R movie can be edited for TV.
However the edited version is typically rated TV-MA.
What does the rating R mean?
“Restricted”
What does NC-17 mean?
“No children under 17 admitted”
What does the rating PG-13 mean?
“Parents strongly cautioned”
What does the rating G mean?
“General audiences”
