Jersey Girl (2004) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Ollie Trinke is a young, suave music publicist who seems to have it all, with a new wife and a baby on the way. But life deals him a bum hand when he's suddenly faced with single fatherhood, a defunct career and having to move in with his father. To bounce back, it takes a new love and the courage instilled in him by his daughter.
Rated PG-13 • 2004 • 1h 42m
Jersey Girl received its PG-13 rating primarily for strong language and mature thematic material. The film includes one use of the "f-word" and frequent use of "s--t," which drives the rating. Thematic content is heavy, centering on the sudden death of a main character, Gertrude, during childbirth and the subsequent grief and struggles of her husband, Ollie, as a single father. An emotionally raw and intense argument between Ollie and… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Jersey Girl appropriate for kids?
Jersey Girl received its PG-13 rating primarily for strong language and mature thematic material. The film includes one use of the "f-word" and frequent use of "s--t," which drives the rating. Thematic content is heavy, centering on the sudden death of a main character… Read more — free account
Content severity in Jersey Girl
What happens in Jersey Girl, moment by moment
- 0:09 🔥 Mature Themes 7/10
- 0:21 💬 Language 7/10
- 0:22 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
Sex and nudity in Jersey Girl
A few scenes contain sexual references and frank dialogue. A couple kisses passionately on a couch. A character makes a joke about another renting an adult video. In one scene, a woman overtly suggests to a man that they go to his place to have sex. It is also implied that two children showed each other their genitals off-screen, though this is only discussed and not seen.
Violence and gore in Jersey Girl
Violence is minimal and brief. The only notable instance is during a school talent show where a child performs a number from the musical "Sweeney Todd," which involves using a prop razor and a small amount of fake, theatrical blood. The scene is played for comedy and is not graphic.
Language in Jersey Girl
Profanity is strong and frequent, accounting for the PG-13 rating. There is one use of the F-word, which occurs during a public outburst. Additionally, the film contains over two dozen uses of "s--t," as well as multiple instances of "ass," "bitch," "damn," and several uses of God's name in vain.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Jersey Girl
Substance use is mild. Ollie's father, Bart, is frequently shown smoking cigarettes throughout the film. In a celebratory scene at the end, adult characters drink beer in a bar. There is also a passing comedic reference to marijuana.
Mature themes in Jersey Girl
The film is built around strong, mature themes centered on loss and single parenthood. The inciting incident is the sudden death of a young mother from an aneurysm during childbirth, and the film follows her husband's journey through grief and depression. A central conflict involves an extremely intense and hurtful argument between the father and his seven-year-old daughter, where they both say cruel things they later regret.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Jersey Girl appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Jersey Girl is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. Jersey Girl received its PG-13 rating primarily for strong language and mature thematic material. The film includes one use of the "f-word" and frequent use of "s--t," which drives the rating. Thematic content is heavy…
What age rating does Jersey Girl have?
Jersey Girl is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Jersey Girl about?
Jersey Girl received its PG-13 rating primarily for strong language and mature thematic material. The film includes one use of the "f-word" and frequent use of "s--t," which drives the rating. Thematic content is heavy, centering on the sudden death of a main character, Gertrude, during childbirth and the subsequent…
Is there sex or nudity in Jersey Girl?
A few scenes contain sexual references and frank dialogue. A couple kisses passionately on a couch. A character makes a joke about another renting an adult video. In one scene, a woman overtly suggests to a man that they go to his place to have sex. It is…
How violent is Jersey Girl?
Violence is minimal and brief. The only notable instance is during a school talent show where a child performs a number from the musical "Sweeney Todd," which involves using a prop razor and a small amount of fake, theatrical blood. The scene is played for…
Is the language in Jersey Girl appropriate for kids?
Profanity is strong and frequent, accounting for the PG-13 rating. There is one use of the F-word, which occurs during a public outburst. Additionally, the film contains over two dozen uses of "s--t," as well as multiple instances of "ass," "bitch," "damn,"…
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Jersey Girl?
Substance use is mild. Ollie's father, Bart, is frequently shown smoking cigarettes throughout the film. In a celebratory scene at the end, adult characters drink beer in a bar. There is also a passing comedic reference to marijuana.
What mature themes appear in Jersey Girl?
The film is built around strong, mature themes centered on loss and single parenthood. The inciting incident is the sudden death of a young mother from an aneurysm during childbirth, and the film follows her husband's journey through grief and depression. A…
How long is Jersey Girl?
Jersey Girl runs 102 minutes, directed by Kevin Smith, released in 2004.
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