Her (2013) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
In the not so distant future, Theodore, a lonely writer, purchases a newly developed operating system designed to meet the user's every need. To Theodore's surprise, a romantic relationship develops between him and his operating system. This unconventional love story blends science fiction and romance in a sweet tale that explores the nature of love and the ways that technology isolates and connects us all.
Rated R • 2013 • 2h 6m
A lonely man in near-future Los Angeles falls in love with an artificial intelligence operating system. Joaquin Phoenix and Scarlett Johansson. The R rating covers a phone sex sequence and frank discussion of sexuality between a human and A.I. One of the most thoughtful and emotionally precise science-fiction films ever made.
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Is Her appropriate for kids?
A lonely man in near-future Los Angeles falls in love with an artificial intelligence operating system. Joaquin Phoenix and Scarlett Johansson. The R rating covers a phone sex sequence and frank discussion of sexuality between a human and A.I. One of the most thoughtful and… Read more — free account
Content severity in Her
What happens in Her, moment by moment
- 0:08 🔥 Mature Themes 6/10
- 0:15 💬 Language 4/10
- 0:42 ♥ Sex & Nudity 6/10
Sex and nudity in Her
A phone sex sequence between Theodore and Samantha — no visuals but explicit audio. Samantha's exploration of physical experience through a human surrogate — depicted frankly. The film is adult about sexuality without being graphic.
Violence and gore in Her
None.
Language in Her
Strong language consistent with R rating — particularly in the phone sex sequence.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Her
None.
Mature themes in Her
The film's central question — whether love with a non-physical being is real — is answered yes, then complicated by Samantha's revelation that she is simultaneously in love with thousands of others. Loneliness in a connected world. The film is ultimately about the difficulty of genuine intimacy and what we settle for instead.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Her appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Her is best for ages 15+. It's rated R. A lonely man in near-future Los Angeles falls in love with an artificial intelligence operating system. Joaquin Phoenix and Scarlett Johansson. The R rating covers a phone sex sequence and frank discussion of sexuality…
What age rating does Her have?
Her is officially rated R. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 15+.
What is Her about?
A lonely man in near-future Los Angeles falls in love with an artificial intelligence operating system. Joaquin Phoenix and Scarlett Johansson. The R rating covers a phone sex sequence and frank discussion of sexuality between a human and A.I. One of the most thoughtful and emotionally precise science-fiction films…
Is there sex or nudity in Her?
A phone sex sequence between Theodore and Samantha — no visuals but explicit audio. Samantha's exploration of physical experience through a human surrogate — depicted frankly. The film is adult about sexuality without being graphic.
How violent is Her?
None.
Is the language in Her appropriate for kids?
Strong language consistent with R rating — particularly in the phone sex sequence.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Her?
None.
What mature themes appear in Her?
The film's central question — whether love with a non-physical being is real — is answered yes, then complicated by Samantha's revelation that she is simultaneously in love with thousands of others. Loneliness in a connected world. The film is ultimately…
How long is Her?
Her runs 126 minutes, directed by Spike Jonze, released in 2013.
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