Footloose (2011) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Ren MacCormack is transplanted from Boston to the small southern town of Bomont where loud music and dancing are prohibited. Not one to bow to the status quo, Ren challenges the ban, revitalizing the town and falling in love with the minister’s troubled daughter Ariel in the process.
Rated PG-13 • 2011 • 1h 53m
A Boston teenager moves to a small Southern town where rock music and dancing have been banned following a fatal accident. Kenny Wormald and Julianne Hough. PG-13 is appropriate — a remake of the 1984 original.
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Is Footloose appropriate for kids?
A Boston teenager moves to a small Southern town where rock music and dancing have been banned following a fatal accident. Kenny Wormald and Julianne Hough. PG-13 is appropriate — a remake of the 1984 original. Read more — free account
Content severity in Footloose
What happens in Footloose, moment by moment
- 0:05 ⚔ Violence & Gore 6/10
- 0:08 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
- 0:15 💬 Language 3/10
Sex and nudity in Footloose
There is no actual sexual content or nudity depicted in this film. Romantic tension is expressed through suggestive dancing and some kissing, but the film remains within its PG-13 rating with no graphic material. Characters may wear somewhat revealing modern clothing, though the film focuses on the emotional and social aspects of teenage rebellion.
Violence and gore in Footloose
The film opens with a tragic and fatal car accident involving teenagers, which sets the somber backstory for the town's restrictive laws. There are several moderate fight sequences, including a heated physical confrontation between the protagonist and a jealous boyfriend during a race. These moments of action and physical conflict are handled with the intensity typical of a PG-13 drama without becoming overly gory.
Language in Footloose
The film contains moderate language consistent with a teen-targeted drama, including occasional profanities like 'hell' and 'damn.' There are also a few uses of more aggressive insults and mild slurs during moments of high social tension. Overall, the dialogue reflects the frustrations of the young characters without relying on excessive or persistent coarse language.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Footloose
No significant drug use or alcohol consumption is portrayed in the film, adhering to its focus on the ban of music and movement rather than substance abuse. Characters are generally shown adhering to the strict moral guidelines of the community, and there are no scenes featuring smoking. The absence of these elements reinforces the clean-cut yet rebellious tone of the production.
Mature themes in Footloose
The 2011 remake updates the original's conservative small-town setting effectively. The teenage rebellion against overprotective authority is as relevant as ever. The dance sequences are energetically choreographed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Footloose appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Footloose is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. A Boston teenager moves to a small Southern town where rock music and dancing have been banned following a fatal accident. Kenny Wormald and Julianne Hough. PG-13 is appropriate — a remake of the 1984 original.
What age rating does Footloose have?
Footloose is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Footloose about?
A Boston teenager moves to a small Southern town where rock music and dancing have been banned following a fatal accident. Kenny Wormald and Julianne Hough. PG-13 is appropriate — a remake of the 1984 original.
Is there sex or nudity in Footloose?
There is no actual sexual content or nudity depicted in this film. Romantic tension is expressed through suggestive dancing and some kissing, but the film remains within its PG-13 rating with no graphic material. Characters may wear somewhat revealing modern…
How violent is Footloose?
The film opens with a tragic and fatal car accident involving teenagers, which sets the somber backstory for the town's restrictive laws. There are several moderate fight sequences, including a heated physical confrontation between the protagonist and a…
Is the language in Footloose appropriate for kids?
The film contains moderate language consistent with a teen-targeted drama, including occasional profanities like 'hell' and 'damn.' There are also a few uses of more aggressive insults and mild slurs during moments of high social tension. Overall, the…
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Footloose?
No significant drug use or alcohol consumption is portrayed in the film, adhering to its focus on the ban of music and movement rather than substance abuse. Characters are generally shown adhering to the strict moral guidelines of the community, and there are…
What mature themes appear in Footloose?
The 2011 remake updates the original's conservative small-town setting effectively. The teenage rebellion against overprotective authority is as relevant as ever. The dance sequences are energetically choreographed.
How long is Footloose?
Footloose runs 113 minutes, directed by Craig Brewer, released in 2011.
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