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Made of Honor (2008) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Tom and Hannah have been platonic friends for 10 years. He's a serial dater, while she wants marriage but hasn't found Mr. Right. Just as Tom is starting to think that he is relationship material after all, Hannah gets engaged. When she asks Tom to be her 'maid' of honor, he reluctantly agrees just so he can attempt to stop the wedding and woo her.

Rated PG-13 • 2008 • 1h 41m

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Made of Honor is a romantic comedy centered on Tom, a wealthy playboy who realizes he is in love with his best friend, Hannah, just as she gets engaged to a Scottish Duke. The film explores themes of missed opportunities and romantic rivalry, earning its PG-13 rating primarily for sexual references, suggestive dialogue, and moderate alcohol use. It follows Tom as he attempts to sabotage the wedding, leading to various comedic… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Patrick Dempsey
Patrick Dempsey
Michelle Monaghan
Michelle Monaghan
Kevin McKidd
Kevin McKidd
Kadeem Hardison
Kadeem Hardison
Chris Messina
Chris Messina
Richmond Arquette
Richmond Arquette
Busy Philipps
Busy Philipps
Whitney Cummings
Whitney Cummings
Emily Nelson
Emily Nelson
Kathleen Quinlan
Kathleen Quinlan
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Selma Stern
Sydney Pollack
Sydney Pollack
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Is Made of Honor appropriate for kids?

Made of Honor is a romantic comedy centered on Tom, a wealthy playboy who realizes he is in love with his best friend, Hannah, just as she gets engaged to a Scottish Duke. The film explores themes of missed opportunities and romantic rivalry, earning its PG-13 rating primarily… Read more — free account

Content severity in Made of Honor

Sex Moderate 3/10
Violence Moderate 4/10
Language Strong 5/10
Substances Moderate 3/10
Themes Moderate 3/10

What happens in Made of Honor, moment by moment

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  3. 0:25 💬 Language 4/10
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Sex and nudity in Made of Honor

The film contains frequent sexual references and suggestive humor. Characters discuss casual sexual encounters, there is a scene featuring a sex toy saleswoman, and women are occasionally shown in revealing clothing. A recurring gag involves a character's name sounding like an expletive.

Violence and gore in Made of Honor

Violence is minimal and slapstick in nature. Characters occasionally shove each other, trip over objects, or are hit by objects, such as a horse crash into a chapel door. One scene features a man punching another in the face, which results in a brief, non-graphic knockdown.

Language in Made of Honor

Profanity is moderate throughout, including a few uses of 'f*ck,' several uses of 'sh*t,' and the derogatory term 'p*ssy.' Mild insults and innuendo are also present.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Made of Honor

Alcohol consumption is a frequent social activity, with characters often shown drinking at bars, weddings, and parties. One flashback depicts a college-aged character vomiting after excessive drinking.

Mature themes in Made of Honor

The story revolves around romantic frustration, the complexities of platonic vs. romantic love, and the pressure of societal expectations regarding marriage. There is also a brief, non-serious moment where a character threatens to jump from a bridge.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Made of Honor appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Made of Honor is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. Made of Honor is a romantic comedy centered on Tom, a wealthy playboy who realizes he is in love with his best friend, Hannah, just as she gets engaged to a Scottish Duke. The film explores themes of missed…

What age rating does Made of Honor have?

Made of Honor is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.

What is Made of Honor about?

Made of Honor is a romantic comedy centered on Tom, a wealthy playboy who realizes he is in love with his best friend, Hannah, just as she gets engaged to a Scottish Duke. The film explores themes of missed opportunities and romantic rivalry, earning its PG-13 rating primarily for sexual references, suggestive…

Is there sex or nudity in Made of Honor?

The film contains frequent sexual references and suggestive humor. Characters discuss casual sexual encounters, there is a scene featuring a sex toy saleswoman, and women are occasionally shown in revealing clothing. A recurring gag involves a character's…

How violent is Made of Honor?

Violence is minimal and slapstick in nature. Characters occasionally shove each other, trip over objects, or are hit by objects, such as a horse crash into a chapel door. One scene features a man punching another in the face, which results in a brief…

Is the language in Made of Honor appropriate for kids?

Profanity is moderate throughout, including a few uses of 'f*ck,' several uses of 'sh*t,' and the derogatory term 'p*ssy.' Mild insults and innuendo are also present.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Made of Honor?

Alcohol consumption is a frequent social activity, with characters often shown drinking at bars, weddings, and parties. One flashback depicts a college-aged character vomiting after excessive drinking.

What mature themes appear in Made of Honor?

The story revolves around romantic frustration, the complexities of platonic vs. romantic love, and the pressure of societal expectations regarding marriage. There is also a brief, non-serious moment where a character threatens to jump from a bridge.

How long is Made of Honor?

Made of Honor runs 101 minutes, directed by Paul Weiland, released in 2008.

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