Mr. Church (2016) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
A unique friendship develops when a little girl and her dying mother inherit a cook - Mr. Church. What begins as an arrangement that should only last six months, instead spans fifteen years.
Rated PG-13 • 2016 • 1h 44m
Mr. Church is a gentle, character-driven drama about the long-term bond between a young girl named Charlie and her family's cook. The film is rated PG-13 primarily for intense emotional themes concerning terminal illness, loss, and difficult family dynamics. Parents should be aware of scenes depicting alcoholism, an incident of physical injury, and occasionally harsh verbal outbursts. It is best suited for older children and teens who… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Mr. Church appropriate for kids?
Mr. Church is a gentle, character-driven drama about the long-term bond between a young girl named Charlie and her family's cook. The film is rated PG-13 primarily for intense emotional themes concerning terminal illness, loss, and difficult family dynamics. Parents should be… Read more — free account
Content severity in Mr. Church
What happens in Mr. Church, moment by moment
- 0:15 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
- 0:25 ♥ Sex & Nudity 2/10
- 0:50 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
Sex and nudity in Mr. Church
The film contains very limited sexual content, including a brief, non-sexual shot of a woman bathing with suds covering her body and mentions of pregnancies occurring out of wedlock.
Violence and gore in Mr. Church
Violence is minimal and non-graphic. The most notable moment involves a woman being struck by a skateboarder, resulting in minor facial bruising and a trip to the hospital.
Language in Mr. Church
Language is mild, featuring occasional uses of 'shit,' 'damn,' 'hell,' and rare instances of disparaging slurs used in an emotional context.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Mr. Church
Alcohol consumption is a central part of the story, with a primary character struggling with recurring episodes of drunkenness and resulting erratic behavior.
Mature themes in Mr. Church
The film focuses heavily on terminal breast cancer, the death of parents, and the emotional fallout of grief. These themes are handled with somber, reflective maturity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mr. Church appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Mr. Church is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. Mr. Church is a gentle, character-driven drama about the long-term bond between a young girl named Charlie and her family's cook. The film is rated PG-13 primarily for intense emotional themes concerning terminal…
What age rating does Mr. Church have?
Mr. Church is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Mr. Church about?
Mr. Church is a gentle, character-driven drama about the long-term bond between a young girl named Charlie and her family's cook. The film is rated PG-13 primarily for intense emotional themes concerning terminal illness, loss, and difficult family dynamics. Parents should be aware of scenes depicting alcoholism, an…
Is there sex or nudity in Mr. Church?
The film contains very limited sexual content, including a brief, non-sexual shot of a woman bathing with suds covering her body and mentions of pregnancies occurring out of wedlock.
How violent is Mr. Church?
Violence is minimal and non-graphic. The most notable moment involves a woman being struck by a skateboarder, resulting in minor facial bruising and a trip to the hospital.
Is the language in Mr. Church appropriate for kids?
Language is mild, featuring occasional uses of 'shit,' 'damn,' 'hell,' and rare instances of disparaging slurs used in an emotional context.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Mr. Church?
Alcohol consumption is a central part of the story, with a primary character struggling with recurring episodes of drunkenness and resulting erratic behavior.
What mature themes appear in Mr. Church?
The film focuses heavily on terminal breast cancer, the death of parents, and the emotional fallout of grief. These themes are handled with somber, reflective maturity.
How long is Mr. Church?
Mr. Church runs 104 minutes, directed by Bruce Beresford, released in 2016.
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