Bohemian Rhapsody (2018) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Singer Freddie Mercury, guitarist Brian May, drummer Roger Taylor and bass guitarist John Deacon take the music world by storm when they form the rock 'n' roll band Queen in 1970. Hit songs become instant classics. When Mercury's increasingly wild lifestyle starts to spiral out of control, Queen soon faces its greatest challenge yet – finding a way to keep the band together amid the success and excess.
Rated PG-13 • 2018 • 2h 15m
Bohemian Rhapsody is a musical biopic detailing the rise of the band Queen and the personal life of frontman Freddie Mercury. Parents should be aware of the film's PG-13 rating, which is driven by mature thematic elements, chronicled substance use, and brief, suggestive sexual material. The narrative explores Mercury's struggle with his sexuality, his tumultuous personal relationships, and his eventual AIDS diagnosis. Due to these… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Bohemian Rhapsody appropriate for kids?
Bohemian Rhapsody is a musical biopic detailing the rise of the band Queen and the personal life of frontman Freddie Mercury. Parents should be aware of the film's PG-13 rating, which is driven by mature thematic elements, chronicled substance use, and brief, suggestive sexual… Read more — free account
Content severity in Bohemian Rhapsody
What happens in Bohemian Rhapsody, moment by moment
- 0:45 ♥ Sex & Nudity 3/10
- 1:08 ♥ Sex & Nudity 4/10
- 1:15 💬 Language 4/10
Sex and nudity in Bohemian Rhapsody
The film features mild suggestive material including scenes in gay clubs with patrons in BDSM-style leather, romantic kissing between men, and verbal references to sexual exploits. Intimate relationships are implied but not shown explicitly.
Violence and gore in Bohemian Rhapsody
Violence is absent in a physical, combative sense. There are a few moments of heated interpersonal conflict, such as a band member throwing dishes during an argument, but no graphic or injurious content occurs.
Language in Bohemian Rhapsody
Profanity is moderate, including uses of 'shit,' 'bullshit,' 'asshole,' 'wanker,' and 'bloody.' The film also includes isolated, historically grounded uses of the slurs 'paki' and 'fag.'
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Bohemian Rhapsody
Substance use is a recurring theme, with frequent portrayals of heavy alcohol consumption, chain-smoking by major characters, and visible traces of cocaine at industry parties.
Mature themes in Bohemian Rhapsody
Mature themes are the core of the film, including the public and private struggles of a gay man in the 1970s and 80s, the corrosive influence of toxic associates, and the serious impact of an HIV/AIDS diagnosis. These topics are handled with emotional weight.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bohemian Rhapsody appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Bohemian Rhapsody is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. Bohemian Rhapsody is a musical biopic detailing the rise of the band Queen and the personal life of frontman Freddie Mercury. Parents should be aware of the film's PG-13 rating, which is driven by mature thematic…
What age rating does Bohemian Rhapsody have?
Bohemian Rhapsody is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Bohemian Rhapsody about?
Bohemian Rhapsody is a musical biopic detailing the rise of the band Queen and the personal life of frontman Freddie Mercury. Parents should be aware of the film's PG-13 rating, which is driven by mature thematic elements, chronicled substance use, and brief, suggestive sexual material. The narrative explores…
Is there sex or nudity in Bohemian Rhapsody?
The film features mild suggestive material including scenes in gay clubs with patrons in BDSM-style leather, romantic kissing between men, and verbal references to sexual exploits. Intimate relationships are implied but not shown explicitly.
How violent is Bohemian Rhapsody?
Violence is absent in a physical, combative sense. There are a few moments of heated interpersonal conflict, such as a band member throwing dishes during an argument, but no graphic or injurious content occurs.
Is the language in Bohemian Rhapsody appropriate for kids?
Profanity is moderate, including uses of 'shit,' 'bullshit,' 'asshole,' 'wanker,' and 'bloody.' The film also includes isolated, historically grounded uses of the slurs 'paki' and 'fag.'
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Bohemian Rhapsody?
Substance use is a recurring theme, with frequent portrayals of heavy alcohol consumption, chain-smoking by major characters, and visible traces of cocaine at industry parties.
What mature themes appear in Bohemian Rhapsody?
Mature themes are the core of the film, including the public and private struggles of a gay man in the 1970s and 80s, the corrosive influence of toxic associates, and the serious impact of an HIV/AIDS diagnosis. These topics are handled with emotional weight.
How long is Bohemian Rhapsody?
Bohemian Rhapsody runs 135 minutes, directed by Bryan Singer, released in 2018.
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