In Time (2011) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests In Time is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. In the dystopian thriller In Time, humans stop aging at 25, turning time itself into the primary currency of a stratified society. Will Salas, a worker from the slums, finds himself on the run after being wrongly…

In Time is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.

In the dystopian thriller In Time, humans stop aging at 25, turning time itself into the primary currency of a stratified society. Will Salas, a worker from the slums, finds himself on the run after being wrongly accused of a crime involving a wealthy man’s time. Parents should be aware of frequent scenes of tension…

The film contains some suggestive content, including a scene where Sylvia undresses to her underwear and is seen in an embrace with Will. There are also brief glimpses of cleavage and a sequence featuring a couple skinny-dipping.

Violence is moderate and recurring, focusing on gun threats, physical confrontations, and the concept of 'timing out,' where characters die instantly when their clock hits zero. Specific scenes involve a woman collapsing and dying in Will's arms, as well as…

Strong language is used periodically throughout the film, including the use of 'f*ck' and 'sh*t,' alongside other moderate profanity.

Alcohol consumption is featured in a few social scenes, primarily in upscale party settings or as a way for grieving characters to cope.

The film deals with intense, mature themes including systemic poverty, class warfare, sudden loss of parents, and the emotional toll of a society where life literally expires.

In Time runs 109 minutes, directed by Andrew Niccol, released in 2011.

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