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3 Day Test (2012) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Convinced the family needs to reconnect, Martin surprises the wife and kids with a little experiment - he locks them in their own home with no power, no heat, no running water, and absolutely no contact with the world outside!

Rated NR • 2012 • 1h 30m

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3 Day Test is a family comedy about a father, Martin, who locks his family inside their home for three days without modern conveniences to force them to reconnect. Its unrated status might be misleading; the film contains very little content of concern and is comparable to a light PG-rated movie. The primary content for parents to be aware of is thematic, involving family arguments and the stress of the situation. With minimal language… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Megyn Price
Megyn Price
George Newbern
George Newbern
Taylor Spreitler
Taylor Spreitler
Corbin Bernsen
Corbin Bernsen
Aidan Potter
Aidan Potter
Francesca Capaldi
Francesca Capaldi
Kevin Crowley
Kevin Crowley
ED
Eric David
ND
Nicholas DeShane
BB
Bill Bradshaw
Richard Fike
Richard Fike
MA
Marie A. Garton
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Is 3 Day Test appropriate for kids?

3 Day Test is a family comedy about a father, Martin, who locks his family inside their home for three days without modern conveniences to force them to reconnect. Its unrated status might be misleading; the film contains very little content of concern and is comparable to a… Read more — free account

Content severity in 3 Day Test

Sex Mild 1/10
Violence Mild 2/10
Language Mild 2/10
Substances Mild 2/10
Themes Moderate 4/10

What happens in 3 Day Test, moment by moment

  1. 0:08 🍷 Substances 2/10
  2. 0:12 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
  3. 0:19 ⚔ Violence & Gore 2/10
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Sex and nudity in 3 Day Test

A married couple shares a brief, non-passionate kiss. There is no other sexual content, innuendo, or nudity.

Violence and gore in 3 Day Test

Violence is very mild and consists of some heated family arguments and shouting. Any physical action is presented in a light, slightly comedic context, such as a character tripping or fumbling in the dark. No one is ever in true danger, and there are no fights or injuries.

Language in 3 Day Test

Language is very mild. There may be a few uses of words like "hell" or "damn" spoken in frustration, but there is no strong or frequent profanity.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in 3 Day Test

Adults are shown briefly drinking wine with a meal in one scene early in the film. There is no other substance use depicted.

Mature themes in 3 Day Test

The central themes involve family disconnection, materialism, and forced togetherness. Characters express frustration, anger, and sadness about being locked in and deprived of their comforts. These family conflicts are the main source of drama but are resolved positively.

Scary moments in 3 Day Test

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for 3 Day Test yet. Because this title is recommended for younger kids, sign up to get community-flagged jump scares, tense scenes, and startling imagery as parents submit them.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is 3 Day Test appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests 3 Day Test is best for ages 8+. It's rated NR. 3 Day Test is a family comedy about a father, Martin, who locks his family inside their home for three days without modern conveniences to force them to reconnect. Its unrated status might be misleading; the film…

What age rating does 3 Day Test have?

3 Day Test is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 8+.

What is 3 Day Test about?

3 Day Test is a family comedy about a father, Martin, who locks his family inside their home for three days without modern conveniences to force them to reconnect. Its unrated status might be misleading; the film contains very little content of concern and is comparable to a light PG-rated movie. The primary content…

Is there sex or nudity in 3 Day Test?

A married couple shares a brief, non-passionate kiss. There is no other sexual content, innuendo, or nudity.

How violent is 3 Day Test?

Violence is very mild and consists of some heated family arguments and shouting. Any physical action is presented in a light, slightly comedic context, such as a character tripping or fumbling in the dark. No one is ever in true danger, and there are no…

Is the language in 3 Day Test appropriate for kids?

Language is very mild. There may be a few uses of words like "hell" or "damn" spoken in frustration, but there is no strong or frequent profanity.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in 3 Day Test?

Adults are shown briefly drinking wine with a meal in one scene early in the film. There is no other substance use depicted.

What mature themes appear in 3 Day Test?

The central themes involve family disconnection, materialism, and forced togetherness. Characters express frustration, anger, and sadness about being locked in and deprived of their comforts. These family conflicts are the main source of drama but are…

How long is 3 Day Test?

3 Day Test runs 90 minutes, directed by Corbin Bernsen, released in 2012.

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