I've Always Liked You (2016) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Love is blooming at Sakuragaoka High School. Natsuki Enomoto has finally mustered the courage to confess to her childhood friend, Yuu Setoguchi. However, in the final moments of her confession, an embarrassed Natsuki passes it off as a "practice confession." Oblivious to her true feelings and struggling with his own, Yuu promises to support Natsuki in her quest for love. While Natsuki deals with her failed confession, fellow classmate Koyuki Ayase struggles with his own feelings for Natsuki. Despite his timidness, he is determined to… Sign up for the full guide
Rated PG • 2016 • 1h 3m
I've Always Liked You is a gentle anime romantic drama that centers on the high school life of Natsuki Enomoto and her childhood friend, Yuu Setoguchi. The film explores the awkward, heartfelt process of navigating adolescent crushes and the anxiety of unrequited love. There is almost no adult content, making it highly suitable for general audiences and particularly appealing to younger teens. It is a sweet, low-stakes look at school… Sign up for the full guide
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Is I've Always Liked You appropriate for kids?
I've Always Liked You is a gentle anime romantic drama that centers on the high school life of Natsuki Enomoto and her childhood friend, Yuu Setoguchi. The film explores the awkward, heartfelt process of navigating adolescent crushes and the anxiety of unrequited love. There is… Read more — free account
Content severity in I've Always Liked You
What happens in I've Always Liked You, moment by moment
- 0:12 🔥 Mature Themes 2/10
- 0:25 ♥ Sex & Nudity 1/10
- 0:45 🔥 Mature Themes 2/10
Sex and nudity in I've Always Liked You
There is no sexual content in the film. The IMDb user submission notes a brief, non-sexual bath scene where characters' backs are visible, which is handled in a completely innocent, non-suggestive manner.
Violence and gore in I've Always Liked You
None. The film is a peaceful romantic story with no physical altercations or violent acts.
Language in I've Always Liked You
None. The dialogue is polite and entirely devoid of profanity or aggressive language.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in I've Always Liked You
None. No alcohol, drugs, or smoking appear in the movie.
Mature themes in I've Always Liked You
The primary themes involve the universal pressures of teenage romance, the fear of rejection, and the difficulty of communicating one's feelings to a best friend. These are handled with kindness and emotional maturity, suitable for all school-aged viewers.
Scary moments in I've Always Liked You
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for I've Always Liked You 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is I've Always Liked You appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests I've Always Liked You is best for ages 6+. It's rated PG. I've Always Liked You is a gentle anime romantic drama that centers on the high school life of Natsuki Enomoto and her childhood friend, Yuu Setoguchi. The film explores the awkward, heartfelt process of navigating…
What age rating does I've Always Liked You have?
I've Always Liked You is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 6+.
What is I've Always Liked You about?
I've Always Liked You is a gentle anime romantic drama that centers on the high school life of Natsuki Enomoto and her childhood friend, Yuu Setoguchi. The film explores the awkward, heartfelt process of navigating adolescent crushes and the anxiety of unrequited love. There is almost no adult content, making it…
Is there sex or nudity in I've Always Liked You?
There is no sexual content in the film. The IMDb user submission notes a brief, non-sexual bath scene where characters' backs are visible, which is handled in a completely innocent, non-suggestive manner.
How violent is I've Always Liked You?
None. The film is a peaceful romantic story with no physical altercations or violent acts.
Is the language in I've Always Liked You appropriate for kids?
None. The dialogue is polite and entirely devoid of profanity or aggressive language.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in I've Always Liked You?
None. No alcohol, drugs, or smoking appear in the movie.
What mature themes appear in I've Always Liked You?
The primary themes involve the universal pressures of teenage romance, the fear of rejection, and the difficulty of communicating one's feelings to a best friend. These are handled with kindness and emotional maturity, suitable for all school-aged viewers.
How long is I've Always Liked You?
I've Always Liked You runs 63 minutes, directed by Tetsuya Yanagisawa, released in 2016.
Where can I read the full I've Always Liked You parent guide?
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