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Come Sunday (2018) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Evangelist Carlton Pearson is ostracized by his church for preaching that there is no Hell.

Rated PG • 2018 • 1h 46m

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Come Sunday is a biographical drama centered on Carlton Pearson, a prominent minister who faces professional and personal collapse after rejecting the doctrine of Hell. The film focuses on the emotional consequences of his theological shift and his subsequent excommunication by church leadership. Parents should be aware that the film deals with intense religious debate and character betrayal rather than physical danger or explicit… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Chiwetel Ejiofor
Chiwetel Ejiofor
Martin Sheen
Martin Sheen
Danny Glover
Danny Glover
Dola Rashad
Dola Rashad
Jason Segel
Jason Segel
LaKeith Stanfield
LaKeith Stanfield
Joni Bovill
Joni Bovill
Tracey Bonner
Tracey Bonner
Selena Anduze
Selena Anduze
Tonea Stewart
Tonea Stewart
Andrew Masset
Andrew Masset
Ric Reitz
Ric Reitz
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Is Come Sunday appropriate for kids?

Come Sunday is a biographical drama centered on Carlton Pearson, a prominent minister who faces professional and personal collapse after rejecting the doctrine of Hell. The film focuses on the emotional consequences of his theological shift and his subsequent excommunication by… Read more — free account

Content severity in Come Sunday

Sex None 0/10
Violence None 0/10
Language Mild 2/10
Substances None 0/10
Themes Moderate 4/10

What happens in Come Sunday, moment by moment

  1. 0:25 💬 Language 2/10
  2. 0:42 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
  3. 1:08 💬 Language 2/10
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Sex and nudity in Come Sunday

None. There is no sexual content or nudity depicted in the film.

Violence and gore in Come Sunday

None. There is no physical violence, combat, or injury shown on screen.

Language in Come Sunday

Mild profanity is used, including isolated instances of 'ass' and 'shit'.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Come Sunday

None. No alcohol, drug use, or smoking is depicted.

Mature themes in Come Sunday

The film focuses on heavy religious themes including existential doubt, ostracism, the rejection of traditional doctrines like Hell, and the loss of one's professional community. It explores the painful emotional impact of being shunned by lifelong friends and mentors due to disagreements over faith.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Come Sunday appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Come Sunday is best for ages 12+. It's rated PG. Come Sunday is a biographical drama centered on Carlton Pearson, a prominent minister who faces professional and personal collapse after rejecting the doctrine of Hell. The film focuses on the emotional consequences of…

What age rating does Come Sunday have?

Come Sunday is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 12+.

What is Come Sunday about?

Come Sunday is a biographical drama centered on Carlton Pearson, a prominent minister who faces professional and personal collapse after rejecting the doctrine of Hell. The film focuses on the emotional consequences of his theological shift and his subsequent excommunication by church leadership. Parents should be…

Is there sex or nudity in Come Sunday?

None. There is no sexual content or nudity depicted in the film.

How violent is Come Sunday?

None. There is no physical violence, combat, or injury shown on screen.

Is the language in Come Sunday appropriate for kids?

Mild profanity is used, including isolated instances of 'ass' and 'shit'.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Come Sunday?

None. No alcohol, drug use, or smoking is depicted.

What mature themes appear in Come Sunday?

The film focuses on heavy religious themes including existential doubt, ostracism, the rejection of traditional doctrines like Hell, and the loss of one's professional community. It explores the painful emotional impact of being shunned by lifelong friends…

How long is Come Sunday?

Come Sunday runs 106 minutes, directed by Joshua Marston, released in 2018.

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