Coming to America (1988) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
An African prince decides it’s time for him to find a princess... and his mission leads him and his most loyal friend to Queens, New York. In disguise as an impoverished immigrant, the pampered prince quickly finds himself a new job, new friends, new digs, new enemies and lots of trouble.
Rated R • 1988 • 1h 56m
Overall: An African prince travels to Queens, New York, to find a wife who will love him for himself rather than his title. Eddie Murphy and Arsenio Hall each play multiple roles. The R rating covers language and some adult content.
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Is Coming to America appropriate for kids?
Overall: An African prince travels to Queens, New York, to find a wife who will love him for himself rather than his title. Eddie Murphy and Arsenio Hall each play multiple roles. The R rating covers language and some adult content. Read more — free account
Content severity in Coming to America
What happens in Coming to America, moment by moment
- 0:08 ♥ Sex & Nudity 4/10
- 0:08 💬 Language 5/10
- 0:15 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
Sex and nudity in Coming to America
The film contains brief instances of full female nudity during a ritual bathing scene early in the movie. There are also frequent sexual innuendos and adult references throughout the dialogue. A scene also depicts female characters in revealing attire during a dance performance.
Violence and gore in Coming to America
There is no significant violence or gore depicted in this comedy. The few physical interactions are comedic in nature, such as slapstick moments or a brief, non-violent confrontation involving a shotgun-wielding robber that is played for laughs. Overall, the film is lighthearted and lacks any intense action or injuries.
Language in Coming to America
The film features frequent use of strong profanity, including multiple uses of the 'f-word' and various other crude terms. This strong language is primarily used for comedic effect or within the casual banter between characters in various New York settings. The dialogue consistently reflects its R-rating through its liberal use of adult terminology.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Coming to America
There is no significant use of illegal substances or focus on drug culture within the movie. Characters may occasionally be seen in social settings where alcohol is present, such as a bar or a party, but it is not a focal point of the narrative. No instances of smoking or drug abuse occur throughout the story.
Mature themes in Coming to America
A fish-out-of-water story about identity — Akeem wants to be loved for who he is, not what he represents. The barbershop scenes, featuring Murphy and Hall in multiple disguises, are among the decade's great comedy set pieces.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Coming to America appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Coming to America is best for ages 15+. It's rated R. Overall: An African prince travels to Queens, New York, to find a wife who will love him for himself rather than his title. Eddie Murphy and Arsenio Hall each play multiple roles. The R rating covers language and some…
What age rating does Coming to America have?
Coming to America is officially rated R. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 15+.
What is Coming to America about?
Overall: An African prince travels to Queens, New York, to find a wife who will love him for himself rather than his title. Eddie Murphy and Arsenio Hall each play multiple roles. The R rating covers language and some adult content.
Is there sex or nudity in Coming to America?
The film contains brief instances of full female nudity during a ritual bathing scene early in the movie. There are also frequent sexual innuendos and adult references throughout the dialogue. A scene also depicts female characters in revealing attire during…
How violent is Coming to America?
There is no significant violence or gore depicted in this comedy. The few physical interactions are comedic in nature, such as slapstick moments or a brief, non-violent confrontation involving a shotgun-wielding robber that is played for laughs. Overall, the…
Is the language in Coming to America appropriate for kids?
The film features frequent use of strong profanity, including multiple uses of the 'f-word' and various other crude terms. This strong language is primarily used for comedic effect or within the casual banter between characters in various New York settings…
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Coming to America?
There is no significant use of illegal substances or focus on drug culture within the movie. Characters may occasionally be seen in social settings where alcohol is present, such as a bar or a party, but it is not a focal point of the narrative. No instances…
What mature themes appear in Coming to America?
A fish-out-of-water story about identity — Akeem wants to be loved for who he is, not what he represents. The barbershop scenes, featuring Murphy and Hall in multiple disguises, are among the decade's great comedy set pieces.
How long is Coming to America?
Coming to America runs 116 minutes, directed by John Landis, released in 1988.
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