Big Fish (2003) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Throughout his life Edward Bloom has always been a man of big appetites, enormous passions and tall tales. In his later years, he remains a huge mystery to his son, William. Now, to get to know the real man, Will begins piecing together a true picture of his father from flashbacks of his amazing adventures.
Rated PG-13 • 2003 • 2h 5m
Overall: A man tries to learn the truth about his dying father by piecing together the fantastical tall tales his father has told throughout his life. Ewan McGregor and Albert Finney. The PG-13 rating covers the film's emotional content and some visual intensity.
Cast
Is Big Fish appropriate for kids?
Overall: A man tries to learn the truth about his dying father by piecing together the fantastical tall tales his father has told throughout his life. Ewan McGregor and Albert Finney. The PG-13 rating covers the film's emotional content and some visual intensity. Read more — free account
Content severity in Big Fish
What happens in Big Fish, moment by moment
- 0:08 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
- 0:38 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
- 1:12 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
Sex and nudity in Big Fish
None.
Violence and gore in Big Fish
None.
Language in Big Fish
Mild language consistent with PG-13.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Big Fish
None.
Mature themes in Big Fish
The difference between truth and meaning — Edward's stories may be exaggerated or invented, but they capture something real about him. A son who wants facts from a father who deals in myth. The film's ending, where the stories are revealed to have a real dimension, is genuinely moving.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Big Fish appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Big Fish is best for ages 12+. It's rated PG-13. Overall: A man tries to learn the truth about his dying father by piecing together the fantastical tall tales his father has told throughout his life. Ewan McGregor and Albert Finney. The PG-13 rating covers the film's…
What age rating does Big Fish have?
Big Fish is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 12+.
What is Big Fish about?
Overall: A man tries to learn the truth about his dying father by piecing together the fantastical tall tales his father has told throughout his life. Ewan McGregor and Albert Finney. The PG-13 rating covers the film's emotional content and some visual intensity.
Is there sex or nudity in Big Fish?
None.
How violent is Big Fish?
None.
Is the language in Big Fish appropriate for kids?
Mild language consistent with PG-13.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Big Fish?
None.
What mature themes appear in Big Fish?
The difference between truth and meaning — Edward's stories may be exaggerated or invented, but they capture something real about him. A son who wants facts from a father who deals in myth. The film's ending, where the stories are revealed to have a real…
How long is Big Fish?
Big Fish runs 125 minutes, directed by Tim Burton, released in 2003.
Where can I read the full Big Fish parent guide?
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