Grown Ups 2 (2013) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Lenny has relocated his family back to the small town where he and his friends grew up. This time around, the grown ups are the ones learning lessons from their kids on a day notoriously full of surprises—the last day of school.
Rated PG-13 • 2013 • 1h 41m
Grown Ups 2 follows Lenny Feder and his friends as they navigate the last day of school and summer mischief in their hometown. The film earns its PG-13 rating for pervasive crude humor, sexual innuendo, and mature language that centers on middle-aged behavior. Parents should be aware of frequent jokes involving body parts, suggestive dance scenes, and an overall lack of respect for social boundaries. The story is intended for mature… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Grown Ups 2 appropriate for kids?
Grown Ups 2 follows Lenny Feder and his friends as they navigate the last day of school and summer mischief in their hometown. The film earns its PG-13 rating for pervasive crude humor, sexual innuendo, and mature language that centers on middle-aged behavior. Parents should be… Read more — free account
Content severity in Grown Ups 2
What happens in Grown Ups 2, moment by moment
- 0:05 ♥ Sex & Nudity 4/10
- 0:25 ♥ Sex & Nudity 3/10
- 0:32 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
Sex and nudity in Grown Ups 2
There is frequent sexual innuendo and suggestive behavior, including a janitor making inappropriate gestures to a yoga class, men ogling women, and a scene where a man attempts to kiss a gay character. Brief, non-sexual rear male nudity occurs during a cliff-jumping sequence. Several scenes feature characters in suggestive clothing, and comedic sexual situations are a recurring theme throughout.
Violence and gore in Grown Ups 2
Violence is mostly slapstick and played for comedy, such as characters getting hit by objects or involved in a chaotic, non-graphic brawl at the end of the film. A deer causes property damage and minor physical chaos, which is played for laughs. No serious injuries are depicted, and the tone of the combat is lighthearted rather than threatening.
Language in Grown Ups 2
The film contains moderate language, including various uses of 'hell', 'damn', 'crap', and a few instances of more offensive terms. Crude anatomical slang is used for comedic effect, often centered on jokes about male anatomy.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Grown Ups 2
Alcohol consumption occurs in social settings like restaurants and parties throughout the film. The portrayals are standard for a party-themed comedy and do not feature excessive or glamorized substance abuse.
Mature themes in Grown Ups 2
Themes revolve around maturation, parental anxiety, and the challenges of childhood bullying revisited in adulthood. The film examines the complex, often fraught relationships between aging parents and their children, as well as the desire to recapture a sense of youthful freedom.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Grown Ups 2 appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Grown Ups 2 is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. Grown Ups 2 follows Lenny Feder and his friends as they navigate the last day of school and summer mischief in their hometown. The film earns its PG-13 rating for pervasive crude humor, sexual innuendo, and mature…
What age rating does Grown Ups 2 have?
Grown Ups 2 is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Grown Ups 2 about?
Grown Ups 2 follows Lenny Feder and his friends as they navigate the last day of school and summer mischief in their hometown. The film earns its PG-13 rating for pervasive crude humor, sexual innuendo, and mature language that centers on middle-aged behavior. Parents should be aware of frequent jokes involving body…
Is there sex or nudity in Grown Ups 2?
There is frequent sexual innuendo and suggestive behavior, including a janitor making inappropriate gestures to a yoga class, men ogling women, and a scene where a man attempts to kiss a gay character. Brief, non-sexual rear male nudity occurs during a…
How violent is Grown Ups 2?
Violence is mostly slapstick and played for comedy, such as characters getting hit by objects or involved in a chaotic, non-graphic brawl at the end of the film. A deer causes property damage and minor physical chaos, which is played for laughs. No serious…
Is the language in Grown Ups 2 appropriate for kids?
The film contains moderate language, including various uses of 'hell', 'damn', 'crap', and a few instances of more offensive terms. Crude anatomical slang is used for comedic effect, often centered on jokes about male anatomy.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Grown Ups 2?
Alcohol consumption occurs in social settings like restaurants and parties throughout the film. The portrayals are standard for a party-themed comedy and do not feature excessive or glamorized substance abuse.
What mature themes appear in Grown Ups 2?
Themes revolve around maturation, parental anxiety, and the challenges of childhood bullying revisited in adulthood. The film examines the complex, often fraught relationships between aging parents and their children, as well as the desire to recapture a…
How long is Grown Ups 2?
Grown Ups 2 runs 101 minutes, directed by Dennis Dugan, released in 2013.
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