First Sunday (2008) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Durell and LeeJohn are best friends and bumbling petty criminals. When told they have one week to pay a $17,000 debt or Durell will lose his son, they come up with a desperate scheme to rob their neighborhood church. Instead, they end up spending the night in the presence of the Lord and are forced to deal with much more than they bargained for.
Rated PG-13 • 2008 • 1h 36m
First Sunday earns its PG-13 rating for language, sexual humor, and brief drug references. The film centers on two well-meaning but misguided friends, Durell and LeeJohn, who attempt to rob a church to pay a debt, resulting in a comedic hostage situation. Parents should be aware of moderate language including uses of "sh*t," "ass," and "damn," as well as some slapstick violence and innuendo. The film contains themes of desperation… Sign up for the full guide
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Is First Sunday appropriate for kids?
First Sunday earns its PG-13 rating for language, sexual humor, and brief drug references. The film centers on two well-meaning but misguided friends, Durell and LeeJohn, who attempt to rob a church to pay a debt, resulting in a comedic hostage situation. Parents should be aware… Read more — free account
Content severity in First Sunday
What happens in First Sunday, moment by moment
- 0:05 ⚔ Violence & Gore 4/10
- 0:10 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
- 0:15 🍷 Substances 3/10
Sex and nudity in First Sunday
Content is limited to some sexual humor and innuendo. One character, LeeJohn, is briefly seen receiving a massage while wearing only his underwear in a comedic context. There is no nudity or sexual activity.
Violence and gore in First Sunday
Violence is mostly comedic and slapstick in nature. The central plot involves the main characters holding church members hostage with what turn out to be toy guns. There are scenes of characters being tied up, brief scuffles, a character being punched in the stomach, and general shouting and threatening. No blood or serious injury is shown.
Language in First Sunday
The PG-13 rating is partly for language. The film contains multiple uses of words like "sh*t," "ass," "damn," and "hell," as well as insults and the Lord's name used in vain. The profanity is frequent but not severe.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in First Sunday
Substance use is limited and mostly referential. Characters make brief references to smoking weed. A bumper sticker on a van reads 'Weed is not a drug, it's a plant,' and there is another brief mention.
Mature themes in First Sunday
The film's primary themes involve financial desperation leading to crime, the importance of fatherhood, and eventual religious redemption. The central plot involves a planned robbery and a hostage situation within a church, which are treated with a comedic but serious undertone regarding the characters' motivations. It also touches on themes of community and forgiveness.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is First Sunday appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests First Sunday is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. First Sunday earns its PG-13 rating for language, sexual humor, and brief drug references. The film centers on two well-meaning but misguided friends, Durell and LeeJohn, who attempt to rob a church to pay a debt…
What age rating does First Sunday have?
First Sunday is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is First Sunday about?
First Sunday earns its PG-13 rating for language, sexual humor, and brief drug references. The film centers on two well-meaning but misguided friends, Durell and LeeJohn, who attempt to rob a church to pay a debt, resulting in a comedic hostage situation. Parents should be aware of moderate language including uses of…
Is there sex or nudity in First Sunday?
Content is limited to some sexual humor and innuendo. One character, LeeJohn, is briefly seen receiving a massage while wearing only his underwear in a comedic context. There is no nudity or sexual activity.
How violent is First Sunday?
Violence is mostly comedic and slapstick in nature. The central plot involves the main characters holding church members hostage with what turn out to be toy guns. There are scenes of characters being tied up, brief scuffles, a character being punched in the…
Is the language in First Sunday appropriate for kids?
The PG-13 rating is partly for language. The film contains multiple uses of words like "sh*t," "ass," "damn," and "hell," as well as insults and the Lord's name used in vain. The profanity is frequent but not severe.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in First Sunday?
Substance use is limited and mostly referential. Characters make brief references to smoking weed. A bumper sticker on a van reads 'Weed is not a drug, it's a plant,' and there is another brief mention.
What mature themes appear in First Sunday?
The film's primary themes involve financial desperation leading to crime, the importance of fatherhood, and eventual religious redemption. The central plot involves a planned robbery and a hostage situation within a church, which are treated with a comedic…
How long is First Sunday?
First Sunday runs 96 minutes, directed by David E. Talbert, released in 2008.
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