A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood (2019) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
An award-winning cynical journalist, Lloyd Vogel, begrudgingly accepts an assignment to write an Esquire profile piece on the beloved television icon Fred Rogers. After his encounter with Rogers, Vogel's perspective on life is transformed.
Rated PG • 2019 • 1h 49m
Primarily for older children and adults, A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood earned its PG rating for its mature thematic content and a brief scene of violence. The film follows journalist Lloyd Vogel as he profiles Fred Rogers, forcing him to confront deep-seated anger towards his estranged and dying father. Parents should be aware of a short fistfight at a wedding and the central plot's focus on terminal illness, parental… Sign up for the full guide
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Is A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood appropriate for kids?
Primarily for older children and adults, A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood earned its PG rating for its mature thematic content and a brief scene of violence. The film follows journalist Lloyd Vogel as he profiles Fred Rogers, forcing him to confront deep-seated anger towards… Read more — free account
Content severity in A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood
What happens in A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood, moment by moment
- 0:02 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
- 0:08 🍷 Substances 1/10
- 0:10 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
Sex and nudity in A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood
None. A past instance of infidelity is a key part of the backstory and a source of family conflict, but it is only mentioned and never depicted or discussed in a sexual manner.
Violence and gore in A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood
There is one brief but pivotal scene of violence. Early in the film, an argument between Lloyd and his father at a wedding escalates, and Lloyd punches his father in the face. This starts a short scuffle during which another guest is also injured. The brief aftermath of the injuries (a bruised face) is seen.
Language in A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood
Language is very mild and infrequent, consistent with its PG rating. A few instances of words like "hell" may be heard during moments of frustration, but there is no strong or repeated profanity.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood
Substance use is negligible. Adults are briefly shown drinking wine and other alcoholic beverages socially in the background during a wedding reception scene.
Mature themes in A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood
The film's core is its handling of mature emotional themes. It unflinchingly explores the difficulty of forgiving an estranged parent for past betrayals, particularly abandonment during a family member's illness. The plot revolves around managing profound anger, processing grief, and confronting the impending death of a parent from a terminal illness, all of which may be intense for younger viewers.
Scary moments in A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood is best for ages 10+. It's rated PG. Primarily for older children and adults, A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood earned its PG rating for its mature thematic content and a brief scene of violence. The film follows journalist Lloyd Vogel as he profiles…
What age rating does A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood have?
A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood about?
Primarily for older children and adults, A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood earned its PG rating for its mature thematic content and a brief scene of violence. The film follows journalist Lloyd Vogel as he profiles Fred Rogers, forcing him to confront deep-seated anger towards his estranged and dying father. Parents…
Is there sex or nudity in A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood?
None. A past instance of infidelity is a key part of the backstory and a source of family conflict, but it is only mentioned and never depicted or discussed in a sexual manner.
How violent is A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood?
There is one brief but pivotal scene of violence. Early in the film, an argument between Lloyd and his father at a wedding escalates, and Lloyd punches his father in the face. This starts a short scuffle during which another guest is also injured. The brief…
Is the language in A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood appropriate for kids?
Language is very mild and infrequent, consistent with its PG rating. A few instances of words like "hell" may be heard during moments of frustration, but there is no strong or repeated profanity.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood?
Substance use is negligible. Adults are briefly shown drinking wine and other alcoholic beverages socially in the background during a wedding reception scene.
What mature themes appear in A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood?
The film's core is its handling of mature emotional themes. It unflinchingly explores the difficulty of forgiving an estranged parent for past betrayals, particularly abandonment during a family member's illness. The plot revolves around managing profound…
How long is A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood?
A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood runs 109 minutes, directed by Marielle Heller, released in 2019.
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