Here Comes the Boom (2012) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
A high school biology teacher moonlights as a mixed-martial arts fighter in an effort to raise money to save the school's music program.
Rated PG • 2012 • 1h 45m
Here Comes the Boom is a PG-rated comedy centered on Scott Voss, a high school teacher who becomes a mixed-martial arts fighter to save his school's music program. The film's rating is primarily for its numerous scenes of MMA sports violence, which include punches, kicks, and grappling, though injuries are generally not graphic. Parents should also be aware of some rude humor, including a recurring gag involving projectile vomiting… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Here Comes the Boom appropriate for kids?
Here Comes the Boom is a PG-rated comedy centered on Scott Voss, a high school teacher who becomes a mixed-martial arts fighter to save his school's music program. The film's rating is primarily for its numerous scenes of MMA sports violence, which include punches, kicks, and… Read more — free account
Content severity in Here Comes the Boom
What happens in Here Comes the Boom, moment by moment
- 0:06 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
- 0:18 ⚔ Violence & Gore 2/10
- 0:27 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
Sex and nudity in Here Comes the Boom
This category is very light. The main storyline includes a mild romantic subplot with some flirting between characters Scott and Bella, culminating in a single kiss through a chain-link fence at the end. In one scene, a man's partial buttocks are briefly visible for comedic effect. There is no nudity or sexual innuendo.
Violence and gore in Here Comes the Boom
The film's premise involves numerous mixed-martial arts fights. These scenes depict punches, kicks, body slams, and submission holds within a sanctioned sports context. Injuries are present but moderate, consisting of bruises, cuts, and a bloody nose. One recurring comedic gag involves a character projectile vomiting on another person multiple times.
Language in Here Comes the Boom
Language is infrequent and mild, in line with its PG rating. The dialogue includes a couple uses of "ass," "hell," and "crap."
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Here Comes the Boom
Substance use is minimal. Adults are briefly shown drinking beer in social settings, such as while watching a UFC fight on TV. There is no depiction of drunkenness, smoking, or drug use.
Mature themes in Here Comes the Boom
The central themes include self-sacrifice, perseverance, and the importance of arts in education. The plot involves a teacher risking his physical well-being for his students and a colleague. It also touches on themes of civic duty through a subplot about characters studying for American citizenship, and includes a brief, non-violent depiction of white-collar crime when a character is discovered to be embezzling school funds.
Scary moments in Here Comes the Boom
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Here Comes the Boom appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Here Comes the Boom is best for ages 10+. It's rated PG. Here Comes the Boom is a PG-rated comedy centered on Scott Voss, a high school teacher who becomes a mixed-martial arts fighter to save his school's music program. The film's rating is primarily for its numerous scenes…
What age rating does Here Comes the Boom have?
Here Comes the Boom is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is Here Comes the Boom about?
Here Comes the Boom is a PG-rated comedy centered on Scott Voss, a high school teacher who becomes a mixed-martial arts fighter to save his school's music program. The film's rating is primarily for its numerous scenes of MMA sports violence, which include punches, kicks, and grappling, though injuries are generally…
Is there sex or nudity in Here Comes the Boom?
This category is very light. The main storyline includes a mild romantic subplot with some flirting between characters Scott and Bella, culminating in a single kiss through a chain-link fence at the end. In one scene, a man's partial buttocks are briefly…
How violent is Here Comes the Boom?
The film's premise involves numerous mixed-martial arts fights. These scenes depict punches, kicks, body slams, and submission holds within a sanctioned sports context. Injuries are present but moderate, consisting of bruises, cuts, and a bloody nose. One…
Is the language in Here Comes the Boom appropriate for kids?
Language is infrequent and mild, in line with its PG rating. The dialogue includes a couple uses of "ass," "hell," and "crap."
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Here Comes the Boom?
Substance use is minimal. Adults are briefly shown drinking beer in social settings, such as while watching a UFC fight on TV. There is no depiction of drunkenness, smoking, or drug use.
What mature themes appear in Here Comes the Boom?
The central themes include self-sacrifice, perseverance, and the importance of arts in education. The plot involves a teacher risking his physical well-being for his students and a colleague. It also touches on themes of civic duty through a subplot about…
How long is Here Comes the Boom?
Here Comes the Boom runs 105 minutes, directed by Frank Coraci, released in 2012.
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