Love, Simon (2018) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Everyone deserves a great love story, but for 17-year-old Simon Spier, it's a little more complicated. He hasn't told his family or friends that he's gay, and he doesn't know the identity of the anonymous classmate that he's fallen for online.
Rated PG-13 • 2018 • 1h 50m
Love, Simon follows a closeted 17-year-old high school student who is blackmailed after his private emails are discovered by a peer. The film earns its PG-13 rating for mature thematic elements surrounding identity and social pressure, as well as mild sexual references and occasional profanity. Parents should be aware of scenes involving teenage drinking at house parties and instances of homophobic bullying. While the narrative is… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Love, Simon appropriate for kids?
Love, Simon follows a closeted 17-year-old high school student who is blackmailed after his private emails are discovered by a peer. The film earns its PG-13 rating for mature thematic elements surrounding identity and social pressure, as well as mild sexual references and… Read more — free account
Content severity in Love, Simon
What happens in Love, Simon, moment by moment
- 0:25 ♥ Sex & Nudity 3/10
- 0:35 🍷 Substances 3/10
- 0:55 💬 Language 3/10
Sex and nudity in Love, Simon
The film contains mild, non-graphic sexual content. This includes a scene where two male students mimic sexual positioning for humor, and a scene where a teen couple is briefly seen kissing in a bedroom. The protagonist is shown shirtless in a few scenes while showering or changing, which are presented as non-sexual.
Violence and gore in Love, Simon
Physical violence is largely absent, though the film contains one moment of minor physical altercation. During a school cafeteria scene, Simon and another student are shoved by bullies, resulting in a brief, non-injurious confrontation.
Language in Love, Simon
The dialogue contains moderate profanity. This includes single uses of the 'f-word' and 'asshole', as well as multiple instances of 'shit' and 'goddamn'. Slurs related to sexual orientation are also used by secondary characters in a bullying context.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Love, Simon
There is light depictions of substance use. Teenage characters are seen drinking alcohol at house parties, though these scenes are brief and do not emphasize intoxication beyond standard coming-of-age tropes.
Mature themes in Love, Simon
The film deals with themes of coming out, identity, and the pain of being coerced into revealing one's sexuality. These moments are handled with emotional gravity, focusing on the anxiety and relief associated with Simon's journey to self-acceptance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Love, Simon appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Love, Simon is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. Love, Simon follows a closeted 17-year-old high school student who is blackmailed after his private emails are discovered by a peer. The film earns its PG-13 rating for mature thematic elements surrounding identity and…
What age rating does Love, Simon have?
Love, Simon is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Love, Simon about?
Love, Simon follows a closeted 17-year-old high school student who is blackmailed after his private emails are discovered by a peer. The film earns its PG-13 rating for mature thematic elements surrounding identity and social pressure, as well as mild sexual references and occasional profanity. Parents should be aware…
Is there sex or nudity in Love, Simon?
The film contains mild, non-graphic sexual content. This includes a scene where two male students mimic sexual positioning for humor, and a scene where a teen couple is briefly seen kissing in a bedroom. The protagonist is shown shirtless in a few scenes…
How violent is Love, Simon?
Physical violence is largely absent, though the film contains one moment of minor physical altercation. During a school cafeteria scene, Simon and another student are shoved by bullies, resulting in a brief, non-injurious confrontation.
Is the language in Love, Simon appropriate for kids?
The dialogue contains moderate profanity. This includes single uses of the 'f-word' and 'asshole', as well as multiple instances of 'shit' and 'goddamn'. Slurs related to sexual orientation are also used by secondary characters in a bullying context.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Love, Simon?
There is light depictions of substance use. Teenage characters are seen drinking alcohol at house parties, though these scenes are brief and do not emphasize intoxication beyond standard coming-of-age tropes.
What mature themes appear in Love, Simon?
The film deals with themes of coming out, identity, and the pain of being coerced into revealing one's sexuality. These moments are handled with emotional gravity, focusing on the anxiety and relief associated with Simon's journey to self-acceptance.
How long is Love, Simon?
Love, Simon runs 110 minutes, directed by Greg Berlanti, released in 2018.
Where can I read the full Love, Simon parent guide?
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