Employee of the Month (2006) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Name: Employee of the Month
Director: Greg Coolidge
Released: 2006
Duration: 103 min
Rating: 5.6

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

When he hears that the new female employee digs ambitious men who are the store employee of the month, a slacker gets his act together but finds himself in competition with his rival, an ambitious co-worker.

Rated PG-13 • 2006 • 1h 43m

Directed by Greg Coolidge

5.6

600+

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Age

13+

Employee of the Month earns its PG-13 rating primarily for pervasive crude and sexual humor, along with moderate language. The workplace comedy, centered on slacker Zack's attempt to win the title at Super Club, is filled with sexual innuendo, jokes about body parts and sex acts, and a consistent stream of profanity that includes one use of "f--k." While violence is limited to mild slapstick and pranks, and substance use is casual, the… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Dane Cook

Jessica Simpson

Dax Shepard

Andy Dick

Tim Bagley

Brian George

Efren Ramirez

Marcello Thedford

Danny Woodburn

Harland Williams

Sean Whalen

Barbara Dodd

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Is Employee of the Month appropriate for kids?

Content severity in Employee of the Month

Sex Strong 6/10

Violence Moderate 3/10

Language Strong 7/10

Substances Mild 2/10

Themes Moderate 4/10

What happens in Employee of the Month, moment by moment

0:05 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
0:12 ♥ Sex & Nudity 5/10
0:18 ♥ Sex & Nudity 5/10

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Sex and nudity in Employee of the Month

The film contains a steady stream of moderate crude and sexual humor. There are frequent jokes and references to breasts, male genitalia, semen, anal sex, and masturbation. In one scene at an eyeglass counter, the camera focuses on a woman's cleavage and a character stares at her chest. Female characters, particularly Amy, are often shown in tight-fitting clothing with prominent cleavage. While there is no nudity, the dialogue and visual gags are persistently suggestive.

Violence and gore in Employee of the Month

Violence is very light and purely comedic. The conflict between Zack and Vince manifests as non-violent pranks and slapstick rivalry rather than genuine fighting. For instance, Vince breaks into Zack's home to tamper with his alarm clock. In another scene, one character lightly shoves another. There is no gore, blood, or serious harm depicted.

Language in Employee of the Month

Language is moderate and consistent with its PG-13 rating. The film includes one use of "fuck" during the climax. Other profanity is used frequently, including multiple uses of "shit," "asshole," "bitch," "dick," "prick," "damn," and "hell." A character also gives another the middle finger.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Employee of the Month

Substance use is mild. Characters casually drink beer and wine in social settings, such as at a bar after work, during breaks, or at a dinner date. A bottle of champagne is opened in celebration. There is no depiction of drunkenness, drug use, or substance abuse.

Mature themes in Employee of the Month

The film's themes are generally light, dealing with workplace ambition, rivalry, and personal integrity. One character, Vince, is a misogynist and a bully who mistreats his subordinate, which is a recurring theme resolved by his comeuppance. Cheating and dishonesty are central to the rivalry plot. A cashier's off-screen death is mentioned, but it is treated as a darkly comedic plot device rather than a moment of grief.

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Is Employee of the Month appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Employee of the Month is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. Employee of the Month earns its PG-13 rating primarily for pervasive crude and sexual humor, along with moderate language. The workplace comedy, centered on slacker Zack's attempt to win the title at Super Club, is…

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Employee of the Month is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.

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How long is Employee of the Month?

Employee of the Month runs 103 minutes, directed by Greg Coolidge, released in 2006.

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