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Greater (2016) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

The incredible true story of the greatest walk-on in the history of college football.

Rated PG • 2016 • 2h 10m

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Greater is a biographical drama that tells the true story of Brandon Burlsworth, a walk-on football player who achieved success at the University of Arkansas despite overwhelming odds. The film explores the profound grief of his brother, Marty, who struggles with doubt and anger following Brandon's sudden death. Rated PG, it focuses heavily on themes of faith, perseverance, and mourning. Parents should note brief instances of mild… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Christopher Severio
Christopher Severio
Neal McDonough
Neal McDonough
Leslie Easterbrook
Leslie Easterbrook
Nick Searcy
Nick Searcy
M.C. Gainey
M.C. Gainey
Quinton Aaron
Quinton Aaron
Michael Parks
Michael Parks
Fredric Lehne
Fredric Lehne
Texas Battle
Texas Battle
Wayne Duvall
Wayne Duvall
EL
Ed Lowry
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Is Greater appropriate for kids?

Greater is a biographical drama that tells the true story of Brandon Burlsworth, a walk-on football player who achieved success at the University of Arkansas despite overwhelming odds. The film explores the profound grief of his brother, Marty, who struggles with doubt and anger… Read more — free account

Content severity in Greater

Sex None 0/10
Violence None 0/10
Language Moderate 3/10
Substances Moderate 3/10
Themes Moderate 3/10

What happens in Greater, moment by moment

  1. 0:25 💬 Language 3/10
  2. 0:40 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
  3. 1:05 🍷 Substances 3/10
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Sex and nudity in Greater

None. There is no sexual content or nudity in this film.

Violence and gore in Greater

None. There are no scenes of graphic violence; the film remains focused on sports training and emotional narrative.

Language in Greater

Mild. There are a few isolated instances of mild profanity, including words like "fat-ass" and "shit."

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Greater

Mild. The film includes a scene where college-aged characters consume alcohol at a bar.

Mature themes in Greater

The film deals heavily with the sudden, tragic death of a young man, which causes his family significant emotional distress and questioning of their faith. These themes are central to the story and are presented in a somber, reflective manner.

Scary moments in Greater

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Greater yet. Because this title is recommended for younger kids, sign up to get community-flagged jump scares, tense scenes, and startling imagery as parents submit them.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Greater appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Greater is best for ages 10+. It's rated PG. Greater is a biographical drama that tells the true story of Brandon Burlsworth, a walk-on football player who achieved success at the University of Arkansas despite overwhelming odds. The film explores the profound…

What age rating does Greater have?

Greater is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.

What is Greater about?

Greater is a biographical drama that tells the true story of Brandon Burlsworth, a walk-on football player who achieved success at the University of Arkansas despite overwhelming odds. The film explores the profound grief of his brother, Marty, who struggles with doubt and anger following Brandon's sudden death. Rated…

Is there sex or nudity in Greater?

None. There is no sexual content or nudity in this film.

How violent is Greater?

None. There are no scenes of graphic violence; the film remains focused on sports training and emotional narrative.

Is the language in Greater appropriate for kids?

Mild. There are a few isolated instances of mild profanity, including words like "fat-ass" and "shit."

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Greater?

Mild. The film includes a scene where college-aged characters consume alcohol at a bar.

What mature themes appear in Greater?

The film deals heavily with the sudden, tragic death of a young man, which causes his family significant emotional distress and questioning of their faith. These themes are central to the story and are presented in a somber, reflective manner.

How long is Greater?

Greater runs 130 minutes, directed by David Hunt, released in 2016.

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