Liar Liar (1997) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Liar Liar is best for ages 11+. It's rated PG-13. A lawyer who compulsively lies is magically prevented from doing so for 24 hours by his son's birthday wish. Jim Carrey at peak physical comedy. The PG-13 rating covers adult sexual humour and a bathroom self-beating…

Liar Liar is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 11+.

A lawyer who compulsively lies is magically prevented from doing so for 24 hours by his son's birthday wish. Jim Carrey at peak physical comedy. The PG-13 rating covers adult sexual humour and a bathroom self-beating sequence.

A sexual encounter referenced at the film's start. A scene where he compulsively describes a woman's physical appearance at length. Adult sexual humour throughout.

The film features a prolonged sequence of slapstick self-inflicted violence where the protagonist beats himself up in a bathroom, including slamming his head against walls and a toilet seat. While the physical comedy is intense and visually frantic, it…

The dialogue contains frequent use of moderate profanity including 'hell,' 'damn,' 'ass,' and 'bastard,' alongside a single emphatic use of the 'f-word.' Much of the verbal humor stems from the protagonist's inability to filter his blunt and often insulting…

There is no significant use of illegal drugs or tobacco products throughout the film. Occasional social drinking may be visible in the background of professional or party settings, but alcohol consumption is never a plot point or a focus of the characters'…

A father who has prioritised career over his son. The film's argument — that honesty, while painful, is worth it — is simple but delivered with enough heart to be genuinely moving.

Liar Liar runs 86 minutes, directed by Tom Shadyac, released in 1997.

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