A Not So Merry Christmas (2022) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests A Not So Merry Christmas is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. This sequel to a Mexican family comedy centers on Chuy, a grinchy man cursed into a time loop where he relives Christmas Day over and over, only remembering that one day each year. The film's PG-13 rating is for some…

A Not So Merry Christmas is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.

This sequel to a Mexican family comedy centers on Chuy, a grinchy man cursed into a time loop where he relives Christmas Day over and over, only remembering that one day each year. The film's PG-13 rating is for some profanity, suggestive humor, and depictions of social drinking. While the violence is purely comedic…

Contains some suggestive humor and innuendo. Characters make occasional jokes with sexual undertones, and there are conversations between adults about relationships, but no nudity or explicit sexual activity is shown.

Violence is mild and entirely comedic. It consists of slapstick scenes, such as characters falling, bumping into things, and engaging in light, cartoonish physical altercations during family chaos. No one is seriously injured, and the tone remains…

There are several instances of profanity that contribute to the PG-13 rating. Language includes uses of terms like 'sh*t' and other moderate curse words, primarily used by adults in moments of frustration or for comedic effect.

Characters are frequently shown drinking alcohol in social settings, particularly during Christmas party scenes. Wine and beer are consumed by adults, but there is no emphasis on drunkenness or substance abuse.

The main theme is the importance of family and appreciating the present moment, as Chuy is forced to re-evaluate his priorities. The film also explores themes of selfishness, redemption, and the commercialism versus the true spirit of Christmas.

A Not So Merry Christmas runs 99 minutes, directed by Mark Alazraki, released in 2022.

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