Fisherman's Friends (2019) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Fisherman's Friends is best for ages 10+. It's rated PG-13. A cynical London music executive is stranded in a Cornish fishing village and discovers a group of fishermen who sing traditional sea shanties — who he reluctantly tries to sign. Daniel Mays. PG rating is appropriate.

Fisherman's Friends is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.

A cynical London music executive is stranded in a Cornish fishing village and discovers a group of fishermen who sing traditional sea shanties — who he reluctantly tries to sign. Daniel Mays. PG rating is appropriate.

There are no graphic sexual scenes or nudity depicted in this film. Romantic elements are limited to light flirting and several kisses between the main characters, maintaining a wholesome tone suitable for a family audience.

Physical violence and gore are absent from this production. While there are moments of emotional tension and a scene involving a potential boat mishap, the film focuses on community spirit rather than conflict, resulting in a very safe viewing experience.

The film features occasional mild language consistent with its PG rating, including infrequent uses of words like 'hell,' 'bloody,' and 'damn.' The dialogue remains largely grounded in polite conversation and traditional sea shanties, making it appropriate…

There is no drug use or smoking shown in the film. The characters frequently gather in a local pub where alcohol is served and consumed in a social, community-oriented context, but no one is shown in a state of dangerous or reckless intoxication.

A warm British crowd-pleaser based on a true story — the Fisherman's Friends who signed to a major label. The contrast between London music industry cynicism and Cornish community authenticity. The sea shanty performances are genuinely rousing.

Fisherman's Friends runs 112 minutes, directed by Chris Foggin, released in 2019.

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