A Walk to Remember (2002) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
When the popular, restless Landon Carter is forced to participate in the school drama production, he falls in love with Jamie Sullivan, the daughter of the town's minister. Jamie has a "to-do" list for her life, as well as a very big secret she must keep from Landon.
Rated PG • 2002 • 1h 42m
Rated PG for its mature themes, "A Walk to Remember" is a sentimental teen romance that deals with heavy subject matter. The story follows rebellious student Landon Carter, who falls for the devout and kind Jamie Sullivan, only to discover she has terminal leukemia. Parents should be aware of a scene of underage drinking and a dangerous prank at the film's start, as well as some instances of high school bullying. The primary concerns… Sign up for the full guide
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Is A Walk to Remember appropriate for kids?
Rated PG for its mature themes, "A Walk to Remember" is a sentimental teen romance that deals with heavy subject matter. The story follows rebellious student Landon Carter, who falls for the devout and kind Jamie Sullivan, only to discover she has terminal leukemia. Parents… Read more — free account
Content severity in A Walk to Remember
What happens in A Walk to Remember, moment by moment
- 0:02 🍷 Substances 3/10
- 0:03 ⚔ Violence & Gore 4/10
- 0:18 💬 Language 3/10
Sex and nudity in A Walk to Remember
Sensual material is mild and limited to kissing and romantic embraces between the teenage leads. In one scene of bullying, a character's head is digitally placed onto the body of a woman in a revealing outfit, which is then distributed at school. There is a surprise, unscripted kiss during a school play. A character also gets a small, non-visible temporary tattoo as part of a date.
Violence and gore in A Walk to Remember
Violence is infrequent and not graphic. The film opens with a sequence where a high school prank goes wrong, causing another student to jump into water and become seriously injured; the consequences are discussed but not shown in detail. There are a few instances of verbal bullying and minor shoving among teens.
Language in A Walk to Remember
Language is mild, with occasional use of words like 'hell,' 'damn,' and 'ass.' The derogatory word 'bitch' is used to describe a character. Profanity is infrequent overall and typical for a PG-rated teen film of its era.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in A Walk to Remember
Substance use is present in one key scene. At the beginning of the movie, a group of teens, including the main character Landon, are depicted drinking beer on school grounds. This act is portrayed negatively and is the catalyst for the punishment that sets the film's plot in motion.
Mature themes in A Walk to Remember
The film's central themes are mature and emotionally intense. A primary character, Jamie, is revealed to have terminal leukemia, and the story follows her declining health, hospitalization, and eventual death. The narrative deals extensively with faith, morality, the meaning of miracles, and coping with the loss of a loved one. Scenes depicting grief, a character collapsing, and discussions of end-of-life choices may be upsetting for viewers. The film also explores themes of redemption, peer pressure, and…
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Is A Walk to Remember appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests A Walk to Remember is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG. Rated PG for its mature themes, "A Walk to Remember" is a sentimental teen romance that deals with heavy subject matter. The story follows rebellious student Landon Carter, who falls for the devout and kind Jamie…
What age rating does A Walk to Remember have?
A Walk to Remember is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is A Walk to Remember about?
Rated PG for its mature themes, "A Walk to Remember" is a sentimental teen romance that deals with heavy subject matter. The story follows rebellious student Landon Carter, who falls for the devout and kind Jamie Sullivan, only to discover she has terminal leukemia. Parents should be aware of a scene of underage…
Is there sex or nudity in A Walk to Remember?
Sensual material is mild and limited to kissing and romantic embraces between the teenage leads. In one scene of bullying, a character's head is digitally placed onto the body of a woman in a revealing outfit, which is then distributed at school. There is a…
How violent is A Walk to Remember?
Violence is infrequent and not graphic. The film opens with a sequence where a high school prank goes wrong, causing another student to jump into water and become seriously injured; the consequences are discussed but not shown in detail. There are a few…
Is the language in A Walk to Remember appropriate for kids?
Language is mild, with occasional use of words like 'hell,' 'damn,' and 'ass.' The derogatory word 'bitch' is used to describe a character. Profanity is infrequent overall and typical for a PG-rated teen film of its era.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in A Walk to Remember?
Substance use is present in one key scene. At the beginning of the movie, a group of teens, including the main character Landon, are depicted drinking beer on school grounds. This act is portrayed negatively and is the catalyst for the punishment that sets…
What mature themes appear in A Walk to Remember?
The film's central themes are mature and emotionally intense. A primary character, Jamie, is revealed to have terminal leukemia, and the story follows her declining health, hospitalization, and eventual death. The narrative deals extensively with faith…
How long is A Walk to Remember?
A Walk to Remember runs 102 minutes, directed by Adam Shankman, released in 2002.
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