Baby Boom (1987) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
J.C. Wiatt is a talented and ambitious New York City career woman who is married to her job and working towards partner at her firm. She has a live-in relationship with Steven, a successful investment broker who, along with J.C., agreed children aren't part of the plan. J.C.'s life takes an unexpected turn when a distant relative dies and the will appoints her the caretaker of their baby girl, Elizabeth. The baby's sudden arrival causes Steven to leave, breaking off their relationship. Juggling power lunches and powdered formula, she… Sign up for the full guide
Rated PG • 1987 • 1h 43m
A high-powered Manhattan executive unexpectedly inherits a baby from a deceased relative — and her career, relationship, and city life crumble. Diane Keaton. PG rating is appropriate.
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Is Baby Boom appropriate for kids?
A high-powered Manhattan executive unexpectedly inherits a baby from a deceased relative — and her career, relationship, and city life crumble. Diane Keaton. PG rating is appropriate. Read more — free account
Content severity in Baby Boom
What happens in Baby Boom, moment by moment
- 0:08 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
- 0:42 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
- 1:12 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
Sex and nudity in Baby Boom
There are no depictions of sexual activity or nudity in the film. The story focuses on the protagonist's transition from corporate life to motherhood, maintaining a wholesome approach to her personal relationships. Some very mild romantic tension and implied off-screen flirtation are the extent of the mature content.
Violence and gore in Baby Boom
The film contains no physical violence, gore, or threats of harm. Occasional slapstick moments involve the chaos of caring for a baby, such as spills or accidental messes, but these are played strictly for comedy. The tone remains lighthearted and safe for a general audience throughout.
Language in Baby Boom
The dialogue contains infrequent mild profanity and some period-appropriate insults consistent with its PG rating. While the corporate environment is fast-paced, the characters generally maintain professional or polite language even during stressful moments. There is no usage of strong expletives or graphic slurs.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Baby Boom
There is no significant depiction of illegal drug use or smoking within the movie. Adults are occasionally seen in social or professional settings where wine or cocktails are present, particularly at dinner parties, but nobody is shown to be impaired. The film avoids focusing on substance use as a plot point or character trait.
Mature themes in Baby Boom
A film about the professional world's hostility to motherhood — J.C.'s career destroyed by a child she didn't plan for. Her reinvention in Vermont as the film's second act. Diane Keaton's physical comedy with the baby is wonderful.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Baby Boom appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Baby Boom is best for ages 12+. It's rated PG. A high-powered Manhattan executive unexpectedly inherits a baby from a deceased relative — and her career, relationship, and city life crumble. Diane Keaton. PG rating is appropriate.
What age rating does Baby Boom have?
Baby Boom is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 12+.
What is Baby Boom about?
A high-powered Manhattan executive unexpectedly inherits a baby from a deceased relative — and her career, relationship, and city life crumble. Diane Keaton. PG rating is appropriate.
Is there sex or nudity in Baby Boom?
There are no depictions of sexual activity or nudity in the film. The story focuses on the protagonist's transition from corporate life to motherhood, maintaining a wholesome approach to her personal relationships. Some very mild romantic tension and implied…
How violent is Baby Boom?
The film contains no physical violence, gore, or threats of harm. Occasional slapstick moments involve the chaos of caring for a baby, such as spills or accidental messes, but these are played strictly for comedy. The tone remains lighthearted and safe for a…
Is the language in Baby Boom appropriate for kids?
The dialogue contains infrequent mild profanity and some period-appropriate insults consistent with its PG rating. While the corporate environment is fast-paced, the characters generally maintain professional or polite language even during stressful moments…
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Baby Boom?
There is no significant depiction of illegal drug use or smoking within the movie. Adults are occasionally seen in social or professional settings where wine or cocktails are present, particularly at dinner parties, but nobody is shown to be impaired. The…
What mature themes appear in Baby Boom?
A film about the professional world's hostility to motherhood — J.C.'s career destroyed by a child she didn't plan for. Her reinvention in Vermont as the film's second act. Diane Keaton's physical comedy with the baby is wonderful.
How long is Baby Boom?
Baby Boom runs 103 minutes, directed by Charles Shyer, released in 1987.
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