Baby's Day Out (1994) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Baby Bink couldn't ask for more: he has adoring (if somewhat sickly-sweet) parents, lives in a huge mansion, and he's just about to appear in the social pages of the paper. Unfortunately, not everyone in the world is as nice as Baby Bink's parents—especially the three enterprising kidnappers who pretend to be photographers from the newspaper. Successfully kidnapping Baby Bink, they have a harder time keeping hold of the rascal, who not only keeps one step ahead of them, but seems to be more than a little bit smarter than the three… Sign up for the full guide
Rated PG • 1994 • 1h 39m
Baby's Day Out received its PG rating for extensive comedic action and some mild language. The film's plot centers on the kidnapping of an infant, Baby Bink, a premise that may be unsettling for younger children despite the lighthearted tone. The primary content concern for parents is the constant, cartoonish slapstick violence inflicted upon the bumbling kidnappers, which is similar in style and intensity to that of 'Home Alone.'… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Baby's Day Out appropriate for kids?
Baby's Day Out received its PG rating for extensive comedic action and some mild language. The film's plot centers on the kidnapping of an infant, Baby Bink, a premise that may be unsettling for younger children despite the lighthearted tone. The primary content concern for… Read more — free account
Content severity in Baby's Day Out
What happens in Baby's Day Out, moment by moment
- 0:15 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
- 0:26 ⚔ Violence & Gore 4/10
- 0:33 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
Sex and nudity in Baby's Day Out
This category is nearly absent. In one scene, a kidnapper frustrated with the baby says he'll never have children, and another character makes a very brief, veiled phallic joke in response, referring to his genitalia as a "tree in a forest." There is no other sexual content, innuendo, or nudity.
Violence and gore in Baby's Day Out
The film contains frequent and strong slapstick violence, though it is always played for comedy and is free of blood or graphic injury. The three kidnappers endure numerous painful mishaps, including one getting his hand crushed by a gorilla and another having his groin set on fire with a lighter. Other incidents include one of the men being kicked in the groin, another falling from a tall building into a garbage truck, and both getting hit with a heavy beam at a construction site. The violence is comparable in…
Read more — free accountLanguage in Baby's Day Out
Language is very mild. There is one use of "hell" and one of "damn" spoken by the criminals in moments of frustration. Otherwise, the dialogue is clean.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Baby's Day Out
None. There is no use of alcohol, tobacco, or drugs in the film.
Mature themes in Baby's Day Out
The central theme is the kidnapping of a baby, which may be frightening for sensitive viewers, even though it's handled comically. The baby is frequently shown in highly perilous situations that can be intense, such as crawling across a busy four-lane road, into a gorilla cage at the zoo, and navigating a high-rise construction site, including walking a narrow beam hundreds of feet in the air. The parents are briefly shown to be distressed over their missing child.
Scary moments in Baby's Day Out
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Baby's Day Out 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 Baby's Day Out appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Baby's Day Out is best for ages 10+. It's rated PG. Baby's Day Out received its PG rating for extensive comedic action and some mild language. The film's plot centers on the kidnapping of an infant, Baby Bink, a premise that may be unsettling for younger children despite…
What age rating does Baby's Day Out have?
Baby's Day Out is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is Baby's Day Out about?
Baby's Day Out received its PG rating for extensive comedic action and some mild language. The film's plot centers on the kidnapping of an infant, Baby Bink, a premise that may be unsettling for younger children despite the lighthearted tone. The primary content concern for parents is the constant, cartoonish…
Is there sex or nudity in Baby's Day Out?
This category is nearly absent. In one scene, a kidnapper frustrated with the baby says he'll never have children, and another character makes a very brief, veiled phallic joke in response, referring to his genitalia as a "tree in a forest." There is no other…
How violent is Baby's Day Out?
The film contains frequent and strong slapstick violence, though it is always played for comedy and is free of blood or graphic injury. The three kidnappers endure numerous painful mishaps, including one getting his hand crushed by a gorilla and another…
Is the language in Baby's Day Out appropriate for kids?
Language is very mild. There is one use of "hell" and one of "damn" spoken by the criminals in moments of frustration. Otherwise, the dialogue is clean.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Baby's Day Out?
None. There is no use of alcohol, tobacco, or drugs in the film.
What mature themes appear in Baby's Day Out?
The central theme is the kidnapping of a baby, which may be frightening for sensitive viewers, even though it's handled comically. The baby is frequently shown in highly perilous situations that can be intense, such as crawling across a busy four-lane road…
How long is Baby's Day Out?
Baby's Day Out runs 99 minutes, directed by Patrick Read Johnson, released in 1994.
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