Almost Christmas (2016) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
A dysfunctional family gathers together for their first Christmas since the death of their matriarch.
Rated PG-13 • 2016 • 1h 51m
Almost Christmas is a PG-13 family drama centering on the Meyers family as they reunite for the holidays following the death of their mother. The film explores themes of grief, marital infidelity, and substance abuse struggles. It earns its rating primarily due to frequent strong language and depictions of drug dependency. It is intended for older teens and adults, as younger viewers may find the focus on family conflict and the… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Almost Christmas appropriate for kids?
Almost Christmas is a PG-13 family drama centering on the Meyers family as they reunite for the holidays following the death of their mother. The film explores themes of grief, marital infidelity, and substance abuse struggles. It earns its rating primarily due to frequent… Read more — free account
Content severity in Almost Christmas
What happens in Almost Christmas, moment by moment
- 0:10 ♥ Sex & Nudity 3/10
- 0:22 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
- 0:35 🍷 Substances 5/10
Sex and nudity in Almost Christmas
The film includes mild suggestive material, including scenes of infidelity. Romantic embraces are shown briefly, and one affair occurs in a stockroom, though the act itself is implied rather than shown.
Violence and gore in Almost Christmas
Violence is infrequent and mild, consisting mostly of verbal altercations between adult siblings. There is one brief physical scuffle during a backyard football game and a comedic scene where a character is chased with a rifle.
Language in Almost Christmas
Language is frequent and includes approximately 113 instances of profanity, ranging from 'damn' and 'hell' to frequent uses of 'shit', 'ass', and 'bitch'.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Almost Christmas
Substance use is a recurring plot point, as a central character struggles with an addiction to prescription painkillers. He is shown obtaining pills from a dealer and experiencing withdrawal, and alcohol consumption is depicted during social gatherings.
Mature themes in Almost Christmas
The film deals with heavy emotional topics, primarily the recent death of the family matriarch and the resulting grief felt by her husband, Walter, and his adult children. Issues of divorce, marital cheating, and the pressures of career versus family are also prominent.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Almost Christmas appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Almost Christmas is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. Almost Christmas is a PG-13 family drama centering on the Meyers family as they reunite for the holidays following the death of their mother. The film explores themes of grief, marital infidelity, and substance abuse…
What age rating does Almost Christmas have?
Almost Christmas is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Almost Christmas about?
Almost Christmas is a PG-13 family drama centering on the Meyers family as they reunite for the holidays following the death of their mother. The film explores themes of grief, marital infidelity, and substance abuse struggles. It earns its rating primarily due to frequent strong language and depictions of drug…
Is there sex or nudity in Almost Christmas?
The film includes mild suggestive material, including scenes of infidelity. Romantic embraces are shown briefly, and one affair occurs in a stockroom, though the act itself is implied rather than shown.
How violent is Almost Christmas?
Violence is infrequent and mild, consisting mostly of verbal altercations between adult siblings. There is one brief physical scuffle during a backyard football game and a comedic scene where a character is chased with a rifle.
Is the language in Almost Christmas appropriate for kids?
Language is frequent and includes approximately 113 instances of profanity, ranging from 'damn' and 'hell' to frequent uses of 'shit', 'ass', and 'bitch'.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Almost Christmas?
Substance use is a recurring plot point, as a central character struggles with an addiction to prescription painkillers. He is shown obtaining pills from a dealer and experiencing withdrawal, and alcohol consumption is depicted during social gatherings.
What mature themes appear in Almost Christmas?
The film deals with heavy emotional topics, primarily the recent death of the family matriarch and the resulting grief felt by her husband, Walter, and his adult children. Issues of divorce, marital cheating, and the pressures of career versus family are also…
How long is Almost Christmas?
Almost Christmas runs 111 minutes, directed by David E. Talbert, released in 2016.
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