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Hello Again (2017) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Ten lost souls slip in and out of one another's arms in a daisy-chained musical exploration of love's bittersweet embrace. A film adaptation of Michael John LaChiusa's celebrated musical, originally based on Arthur Schnitzler's play, La Ronde.

Rated NR • 2017 • 1h 45m

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Hello Again (2017) is an NR, adult-oriented musical that strings together a series of brief sexual encounters; it received attention for its frank, suggestive sexual content and recurring drug and alcohol use rather than any violence. Parents should be aware of repeated sensual scenes (kissing, implied sex, partial undress) and a short on-screen drug-snorting moment in a nightclub. Language is limited to occasional mild swears; there… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Nolan Gerard Funk
Nolan Gerard Funk
Martha Plimpton
Martha Plimpton
Sam Underwood
Sam Underwood
Jenna Ushkowitz
Jenna Ushkowitz
Al Calderon
Al Calderon
Rumer Willis
Rumer Willis
T. R. Knight
T. R. Knight
Tyler Blackburn
Tyler Blackburn
Cheyenne Jackson
Cheyenne Jackson
Audra McDonald
Audra McDonald
Cole Mathewson
Cole Mathewson
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Ramón Olmos Torres
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Is Hello Again appropriate for kids?

Hello Again (2017) is an NR, adult-oriented musical that strings together a series of brief sexual encounters; it received attention for its frank, suggestive sexual content and recurring drug and alcohol use rather than any violence. Parents should be aware of repeated sensual… Read more — free account

Content severity in Hello Again

Sex Moderate 3/10
Violence None 0/10
Language Moderate 3/10
Substances Strong 5/10
Themes Moderate 3/10

What happens in Hello Again, moment by moment

  1. 0:04 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
  2. 0:06 ♥ Sex & Nudity 3/10
  3. 0:12 🍷 Substances 2/10
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Sex and nudity in Hello Again

Mild but frequent sexual situations: the film presents many short vignettes of consenting adults kissing, making out, and moving into implied sex. There are scenes of partial undress and suggestive choreography but no explicit, prolonged nudity or simulated sex acts shown graphically. Material is adult and sensual in tone; IMDb's Parents Guide labels Sex & Nudity "Mild."

Violence and gore in Hello Again

None. There is no on-screen physical violence, fighting, blood, or depiction of injury; the story focuses on romantic and emotional encounters rather than physical danger.

Language in Hello Again

Occasional mild profanity and casual swear words appear in dialogue, mostly brief exclamations and a handful of stronger words used infrequently. IMDb's Parents Guide classifies profanity as mild; there is no pervasive harsh language or sustained verbal abuse.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Hello Again

Mild-to-moderate depiction of substance use: characters smoke cigarettes throughout scenes and drink alcohol in multiple sequences, a marijuana joint is shown being rolled, and there is one brief club sequence where a character snorts a white powder. These are non-graphic depictions but are visually explicit in the club moment; IMDb's Parents Guide documents smoking, a joint, and drugs snorted in a club.

Mature themes in Hello Again

Adult themes of casual sex, infidelity, longing and sexual identity recur across the daisy-chained vignettes; LGBTQ attraction and fluid sexual encounters are part of the story. The film explores emotional loneliness and the consequences of fleeting relationships rather than family-targeted or child-centered drama.

Scary moments in Hello Again

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Hello Again 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 Hello Again appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Hello Again is best for ages 10+. It's rated NR. Hello Again (2017) is an NR, adult-oriented musical that strings together a series of brief sexual encounters; it received attention for its frank, suggestive sexual content and recurring drug and alcohol use rather…

What age rating does Hello Again have?

Hello Again is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.

What is Hello Again about?

Hello Again (2017) is an NR, adult-oriented musical that strings together a series of brief sexual encounters; it received attention for its frank, suggestive sexual content and recurring drug and alcohol use rather than any violence. Parents should be aware of repeated sensual scenes (kissing, implied sex, partial…

Is there sex or nudity in Hello Again?

Mild but frequent sexual situations: the film presents many short vignettes of consenting adults kissing, making out, and moving into implied sex. There are scenes of partial undress and suggestive choreography but no explicit, prolonged nudity or simulated…

How violent is Hello Again?

None. There is no on-screen physical violence, fighting, blood, or depiction of injury; the story focuses on romantic and emotional encounters rather than physical danger.

Is the language in Hello Again appropriate for kids?

Occasional mild profanity and casual swear words appear in dialogue, mostly brief exclamations and a handful of stronger words used infrequently. IMDb's Parents Guide classifies profanity as mild; there is no pervasive harsh language or sustained verbal abuse.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Hello Again?

Mild-to-moderate depiction of substance use: characters smoke cigarettes throughout scenes and drink alcohol in multiple sequences, a marijuana joint is shown being rolled, and there is one brief club sequence where a character snorts a white powder. These…

What mature themes appear in Hello Again?

Adult themes of casual sex, infidelity, longing and sexual identity recur across the daisy-chained vignettes; LGBTQ attraction and fluid sexual encounters are part of the story. The film explores emotional loneliness and the consequences of fleeting…

How long is Hello Again?

Hello Again runs 105 minutes, directed by Tom Gustafson, released in 2017.

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