Bicentennial Man (1999) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Richard Martin buys a gift, a new NDR-114 robot. The product is named Andrew by the youngest of the family's children. "Bicentennial Man" follows the life and times of Andrew, a robot purchased as a household appliance programmed to perform menial tasks. As Andrew begins to experience emotions and creative thought, the Martin family soon discovers they don't have an ordinary robot.
Rated PG • 1999 • 2h 12m
A robot gradually develops human traits over 200 years and seeks legal recognition as a person. Robin Williams. Based on Isaac Asimov and Robert Silverberg's novel. The PG rating is appropriate — a warm, gentle film about identity, love, and what makes us human.
Cast
Is Bicentennial Man appropriate for kids?
A robot gradually develops human traits over 200 years and seeks legal recognition as a person. Robin Williams. Based on Isaac Asimov and Robert Silverberg's novel. The PG rating is appropriate — a warm, gentle film about identity, love, and what makes us human. Read more — free account
Content severity in Bicentennial Man
What happens in Bicentennial Man, moment by moment
- 0:18 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
- 0:55 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
- 1:28 ♥ Sex & Nudity 2/10
Sex and nudity in Bicentennial Man
A romantic relationship between the robot Andrew and a human woman — depicted with warmth and restraint as he seeks humanity.
Violence and gore in Bicentennial Man
The film contains no actual violence or gore, maintaining a peaceful tone throughout the android's life. Any physical conflict is absent, though there are brief moments where the protagonist undergoes mechanical modifications or repairs. These scenes are clinical in nature and do not involve harm or distress.
Language in Bicentennial Man
Language is very mild and entirely consistent with a family-oriented PG rating. Character dialogue is polite and philosophical, with only a few instances of minor insults or very mild expletives. There is no aggressive or vulgar profanity used throughout the story.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Bicentennial Man
There is no usage of illegal drugs or significant depictions of smoking in the film. While some social scenarios involving adults may feature background glasses of wine or champagne during celebrations, substance use is never a plot point or shown in a problematic light. The focus remains on the protagonist's journey toward humanity rather than adult-oriented lifestyle choices.
Mature themes in Bicentennial Man
What constitutes personhood — the film's central legal and philosophical argument. A being choosing mortality to be fully human. The 200-year span makes this a genuinely moving meditation on love across time. Robin Williams brings unusual depth to a gentle film.
Scary moments in Bicentennial Man
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Bicentennial Man 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 Bicentennial Man appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Bicentennial Man is best for ages 10+. It's rated PG. A robot gradually develops human traits over 200 years and seeks legal recognition as a person. Robin Williams. Based on Isaac Asimov and Robert Silverberg's novel. The PG rating is appropriate — a warm, gentle film…
What age rating does Bicentennial Man have?
Bicentennial Man is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is Bicentennial Man about?
A robot gradually develops human traits over 200 years and seeks legal recognition as a person. Robin Williams. Based on Isaac Asimov and Robert Silverberg's novel. The PG rating is appropriate — a warm, gentle film about identity, love, and what makes us human.
Is there sex or nudity in Bicentennial Man?
A romantic relationship between the robot Andrew and a human woman — depicted with warmth and restraint as he seeks humanity.
How violent is Bicentennial Man?
The film contains no actual violence or gore, maintaining a peaceful tone throughout the android's life. Any physical conflict is absent, though there are brief moments where the protagonist undergoes mechanical modifications or repairs. These scenes are…
Is the language in Bicentennial Man appropriate for kids?
Language is very mild and entirely consistent with a family-oriented PG rating. Character dialogue is polite and philosophical, with only a few instances of minor insults or very mild expletives. There is no aggressive or vulgar profanity used throughout the…
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Bicentennial Man?
There is no usage of illegal drugs or significant depictions of smoking in the film. While some social scenarios involving adults may feature background glasses of wine or champagne during celebrations, substance use is never a plot point or shown in a…
What mature themes appear in Bicentennial Man?
What constitutes personhood — the film's central legal and philosophical argument. A being choosing mortality to be fully human. The 200-year span makes this a genuinely moving meditation on love across time. Robin Williams brings unusual depth to a gentle…
How long is Bicentennial Man?
Bicentennial Man runs 132 minutes, directed by Chris Columbus, released in 1999.
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