Jerry Maguire (1996) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Jerry Maguire used to be a typical sports agent: willing to do just about anything he could to get the biggest possible contracts for his clients, plus a nice commission for himself. Then, one day, he suddenly has second thoughts about what he's really doing. When he voices these doubts, he ends up losing his job and all of his clients, save Rod Tidwell, an egomaniacal football player.
Rated R • 1996 • 2h 19m
Tom Cruise as a sports agent who has a crisis of conscience and is fired, left with one client and a loyal colleague. Warm, funny, and romantic — one of the most likable films on this list. The R rating is primarily for language and a brief sexual scene. Appropriate for most teenagers.
Cast
Is Jerry Maguire appropriate for kids?
Tom Cruise as a sports agent who has a crisis of conscience and is fired, left with one client and a loyal colleague. Warm, funny, and romantic — one of the most likable films on this list. The R rating is primarily for language and a brief sexual scene. Appropriate for most… Read more — free account
Content severity in Jerry Maguire
What happens in Jerry Maguire, moment by moment
- 0:20 💬 Language 4/10
- 0:30 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
- 0:35 🍷 Substances 2/10
Sex and nudity in Jerry Maguire
A brief, non-graphic sexual scene. The romantic relationship between Jerry and Dorothy is the film's heart and is handled with warmth.
Violence and gore in Jerry Maguire
A football player's repeated concussions — handled with more comedy than medical seriousness given the era.
Language in Jerry Maguire
The film contains high-frequency profanity, including approximately 25 uses of the f-word throughout the dialogue. Much of the strong language occurs during heated business negotiations and emotional outbursts from the various sports figures and agents. Despite the volume of cursing, it is used in a conversational manner consistent with its R-rating rather than for shock value.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Jerry Maguire
Alcohol consumption is depicted as a social norm during business dinners and celebration scenes. Characters are shown drinking beer and cocktails in bars or at home, but there is no depiction of illicit drug use or significant intoxication that drives the plot. These moments are brief and typical for a contemporary adult drama.
Mature themes in Jerry Maguire
Professional and personal integrity. What it means to really see and value someone. Single parenthood. The film's emotional intelligence — particularly around Dorothy's choice to love someone who may not be ready — is considerable.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Jerry Maguire appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Jerry Maguire is best for ages 13+. It's rated R. Tom Cruise as a sports agent who has a crisis of conscience and is fired, left with one client and a loyal colleague. Warm, funny, and romantic — one of the most likable films on this list. The R rating is primarily for…
What age rating does Jerry Maguire have?
Jerry Maguire is officially rated R. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Jerry Maguire about?
Tom Cruise as a sports agent who has a crisis of conscience and is fired, left with one client and a loyal colleague. Warm, funny, and romantic — one of the most likable films on this list. The R rating is primarily for language and a brief sexual scene. Appropriate for most teenagers.
Is there sex or nudity in Jerry Maguire?
A brief, non-graphic sexual scene. The romantic relationship between Jerry and Dorothy is the film's heart and is handled with warmth.
How violent is Jerry Maguire?
A football player's repeated concussions — handled with more comedy than medical seriousness given the era.
Is the language in Jerry Maguire appropriate for kids?
The film contains high-frequency profanity, including approximately 25 uses of the f-word throughout the dialogue. Much of the strong language occurs during heated business negotiations and emotional outbursts from the various sports figures and agents…
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Jerry Maguire?
Alcohol consumption is depicted as a social norm during business dinners and celebration scenes. Characters are shown drinking beer and cocktails in bars or at home, but there is no depiction of illicit drug use or significant intoxication that drives the…
What mature themes appear in Jerry Maguire?
Professional and personal integrity. What it means to really see and value someone. Single parenthood. The film's emotional intelligence — particularly around Dorothy's choice to love someone who may not be ready — is considerable.
How long is Jerry Maguire?
Jerry Maguire runs 139 minutes, directed by Cameron Crowe, released in 1996.
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