Larry Crowne (2011) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
When he suddenly finds himself without his long-standing blue-collar job, Larry Crowne enrolls at his local college to start over. There, he becomes part of an eclectic community of students and develops a crush on his teacher.
Rated PG-13 • 2011 • 1h 38m
Larry Crowne is a romantic comedy rated PG-13 primarily for brief strong language and some sexual content. The story follows a middle-aged man, Larry, who goes back to college after losing his job and falls for his cynical teacher, Mercedes. Parents should be aware of a few uses of strong language, including two "f-words," and some sexual material, including a character viewing pornography (women in underwear/bikinis are seen on a… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Larry Crowne appropriate for kids?
Larry Crowne is a romantic comedy rated PG-13 primarily for brief strong language and some sexual content. The story follows a middle-aged man, Larry, who goes back to college after losing his job and falls for his cynical teacher, Mercedes. Parents should be aware of a few uses… Read more — free account
Content severity in Larry Crowne
What happens in Larry Crowne, moment by moment
- 0:05 🔥 Mature Themes 6/10
- 0:12 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
- 0:22 ♥ Sex & Nudity 5/10
Sex and nudity in Larry Crowne
Contains some sexual content but no nudity. A character is twice shown viewing pornography on his computer, with images of women in bikinis and lingerie visible on screen. In one conversation, a man tells his wife he likes "big breasts" and that she doesn't have any. Later in the film, an intoxicated character passionately kisses another before suggesting sex, which is politely declined.
Violence and gore in Larry Crowne
Violence and gore are nearly absent. There are no fights, weapons, or injuries depicted. One brief, non-confrontational scene shows a character being arrested for driving under the influence. In another scene, a character's belongings are shown piled on a front lawn as a result of a marital dispute.
Language in Larry Crowne
The PG-13 rating is partly due to brief strong language. There are two uses of the "f--k". Other profanity includes "s--t," "bitch," "cock," "piss," "hell," and "damn." The derogatory insult "retard" is also used in one scene.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Larry Crowne
Alcohol use is a recurring element. The character Mercedes frequently drinks wine and cocktails at home to cope with her unhappy marriage and is shown becoming intoxicated in one key sequence. Her husband is also shown drinking, and a character is arrested for a DUI. A minor character is occasionally seen smoking cigarettes.
Mature themes in Larry Crowne
The film explores mature themes related to mid-life challenges. These include the emotional and financial impact of unexpected job loss, the threat of home foreclosure, marital dissatisfaction, and infidelity (implied via a character's obsession with pornography). It also focuses on the positive themes of self-improvement, education, and finding a new purpose in life.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Larry Crowne appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Larry Crowne is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. Larry Crowne is a romantic comedy rated PG-13 primarily for brief strong language and some sexual content. The story follows a middle-aged man, Larry, who goes back to college after losing his job and falls for his…
What age rating does Larry Crowne have?
Larry Crowne is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Larry Crowne about?
Larry Crowne is a romantic comedy rated PG-13 primarily for brief strong language and some sexual content. The story follows a middle-aged man, Larry, who goes back to college after losing his job and falls for his cynical teacher, Mercedes. Parents should be aware of a few uses of strong language, including two…
Is there sex or nudity in Larry Crowne?
Contains some sexual content but no nudity. A character is twice shown viewing pornography on his computer, with images of women in bikinis and lingerie visible on screen. In one conversation, a man tells his wife he likes "big breasts" and that she doesn't…
How violent is Larry Crowne?
Violence and gore are nearly absent. There are no fights, weapons, or injuries depicted. One brief, non-confrontational scene shows a character being arrested for driving under the influence. In another scene, a character's belongings are shown piled on a…
Is the language in Larry Crowne appropriate for kids?
The PG-13 rating is partly due to brief strong language. There are two uses of the "f--k". Other profanity includes "s--t," "bitch," "cock," "piss," "hell," and "damn." The derogatory insult "retard" is also used in one scene.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Larry Crowne?
Alcohol use is a recurring element. The character Mercedes frequently drinks wine and cocktails at home to cope with her unhappy marriage and is shown becoming intoxicated in one key sequence. Her husband is also shown drinking, and a character is arrested…
What mature themes appear in Larry Crowne?
The film explores mature themes related to mid-life challenges. These include the emotional and financial impact of unexpected job loss, the threat of home foreclosure, marital dissatisfaction, and infidelity (implied via a character's obsession with…
How long is Larry Crowne?
Larry Crowne runs 98 minutes, directed by Tom Hanks, released in 2011.
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