Jobs (2013) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
The story of Steve Jobs' ascension from college dropout into one of the most revered creative entrepreneurs of the 20th century.
Rated PG-13 • 2013 • 2h 9m
Jobs depicts the volatile, decades-long career of Apple co-founder Steve Jobs, tracking his rise from a college dropout to a global tech mogul. The film is rated PG-13 for its frequent verbal outbursts, depictions of substance use, and intense interpersonal conflicts. Parents should be aware that the film portrays a difficult, often abrasive protagonist whose erratic behavior creates a tense atmosphere throughout. It is generally… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Jobs appropriate for kids?
Jobs depicts the volatile, decades-long career of Apple co-founder Steve Jobs, tracking his rise from a college dropout to a global tech mogul. The film is rated PG-13 for its frequent verbal outbursts, depictions of substance use, and intense interpersonal conflicts. Parents… Read more — free account
Content severity in Jobs
What happens in Jobs, moment by moment
- 0:08 🍷 Substances 3/10
- 0:15 ♥ Sex & Nudity 2/10
- 0:22 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
Sex and nudity in Jobs
The film includes fleeting, non-explicit scenes of characters in bed together, usually with a man shown shirtless and a woman in a tank top. There is brief mention of a pregnancy resulting from an affair, and one scene features a provocative, brief joke about a bride.
Violence and gore in Jobs
Violence is limited to outbursts of frustration and emotional turmoil. Characters shout, slam objects, or throw items like purses in anger, and Jobs frequently engages in hostile confrontations with employees and partners.
Language in Jobs
Strong language is present, including a few uses of the f-word, multiple instances of 'shit,' and various derogatory terms like 'idiot,' 'bitch,' and 'psycho.'
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Jobs
The film features recurring depictions of substance use, most notably characters experimenting with LSD in a 1970s counterculture setting. Smoking cigarettes and drinking alcohol are also frequent throughout various social and office settings.
Mature themes in Jobs
The narrative explores themes of ambition, the cost of professional success, broken parental relationships, and the isolation of genius. Jobs' cold treatment of his pregnant girlfriend and his strained relationship with his daughter are significant narrative beats.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Jobs appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Jobs is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. Jobs depicts the volatile, decades-long career of Apple co-founder Steve Jobs, tracking his rise from a college dropout to a global tech mogul. The film is rated PG-13 for its frequent verbal outbursts, depictions of…
What age rating does Jobs have?
Jobs is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Jobs about?
Jobs depicts the volatile, decades-long career of Apple co-founder Steve Jobs, tracking his rise from a college dropout to a global tech mogul. The film is rated PG-13 for its frequent verbal outbursts, depictions of substance use, and intense interpersonal conflicts. Parents should be aware that the film portrays a…
Is there sex or nudity in Jobs?
The film includes fleeting, non-explicit scenes of characters in bed together, usually with a man shown shirtless and a woman in a tank top. There is brief mention of a pregnancy resulting from an affair, and one scene features a provocative, brief joke about…
How violent is Jobs?
Violence is limited to outbursts of frustration and emotional turmoil. Characters shout, slam objects, or throw items like purses in anger, and Jobs frequently engages in hostile confrontations with employees and partners.
Is the language in Jobs appropriate for kids?
Strong language is present, including a few uses of the f-word, multiple instances of 'shit,' and various derogatory terms like 'idiot,' 'bitch,' and 'psycho.'
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Jobs?
The film features recurring depictions of substance use, most notably characters experimenting with LSD in a 1970s counterculture setting. Smoking cigarettes and drinking alcohol are also frequent throughout various social and office settings.
What mature themes appear in Jobs?
The narrative explores themes of ambition, the cost of professional success, broken parental relationships, and the isolation of genius. Jobs' cold treatment of his pregnant girlfriend and his strained relationship with his daughter are significant narrative…
How long is Jobs?
Jobs runs 129 minutes, directed by Joshua Michael Stern, released in 2013.
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