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My All American (2015) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Freddie Steinmark, an underdog on the gridiron, faces the toughest challenge of his life after leading his team to a championship season.

Rated PG • 2015 • 1h 58m

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My All American is a biographical sports drama based on the inspiring and tragic true story of college football player Freddie Steinmark. The film's PG rating is primarily for its mature thematic elements, as the story shifts from the football field to Freddie's diagnosis with and battle against cancer. Parents should be aware of emotionally intense hospital scenes, including the specifics of his diagnosis and the aftermath of a major… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Aaron Eckhart
Aaron Eckhart
Finn Wittrock
Finn Wittrock
Robin Tunney
Robin Tunney
Sarah Bolger
Sarah Bolger
Michael Reilly Burke
Michael Reilly Burke
Todd Allen
Todd Allen
Richard Kohnke
Richard Kohnke
Donny Boaz
Donny Boaz
Juston Street
Juston Street
Mackenzie Meehan
Mackenzie Meehan
Alex MacNicoll
Alex MacNicoll
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Alex Brewster
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Is My All American appropriate for kids?

My All American is a biographical sports drama based on the inspiring and tragic true story of college football player Freddie Steinmark. The film's PG rating is primarily for its mature thematic elements, as the story shifts from the football field to Freddie's diagnosis with… Read more — free account

Content severity in My All American

Sex Moderate 4/10
Violence Strong 5/10
Language Mild 2/10
Substances None 0/10
Themes Strong 6/10

What happens in My All American, moment by moment

  1. 0:12 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
  2. 0:26 💬 Language 2/10
  3. 0:35 ♥ Sex & Nudity 4/10
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Sex and nudity in My All American

Content is brief and mild. Several scenes feature male football players topless during workouts, which is not sexual in nature. In one scene during practice, a player moons his teammates, showing his bare buttocks and jockstrap for comedic effect.

Violence and gore in My All American

Violence is moderate and entirely related to the sport of American football. The film contains numerous scenes of players engaging in hard tackles during games and practices. Some on-field injuries are shown, with players being hit hard and needing assistance, but there is no graphic gore. One scene shows an X-ray of a bone tumor, which is medical rather than violent imagery.

Language in My All American

Language is light and infrequent. There are a few uses of mild profanity, such as "hell" and "damn," mostly used by coaches or players in moments of passion or frustration during games and practices.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in My All American

None. No characters are depicted smoking, drinking alcohol, or using drugs.

Mature themes in My All American

The film's strongest content involves mature thematic elements. It chronicles a young man's diagnosis with a life-threatening illness (bone cancer) and its profound impact on his life, relationships, and athletic career. It deals with themes of perseverance, loss, physical suffering, and mortality. Scenes depicting the diagnosis and the aftermath of a leg amputation are emotionally powerful and central to the story.

Scary moments in My All American

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for My All American yet. Because this title is recommended for younger kids, sign up to get community-flagged jump scares, tense scenes, and startling imagery as parents submit them.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is My All American appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests My All American is best for ages 10+. It's rated PG. My All American is a biographical sports drama based on the inspiring and tragic true story of college football player Freddie Steinmark. The film's PG rating is primarily for its mature thematic elements, as the story…

What age rating does My All American have?

My All American is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.

What is My All American about?

My All American is a biographical sports drama based on the inspiring and tragic true story of college football player Freddie Steinmark. The film's PG rating is primarily for its mature thematic elements, as the story shifts from the football field to Freddie's diagnosis with and battle against cancer. Parents should…

Is there sex or nudity in My All American?

Content is brief and mild. Several scenes feature male football players topless during workouts, which is not sexual in nature. In one scene during practice, a player moons his teammates, showing his bare buttocks and jockstrap for comedic effect.

How violent is My All American?

Violence is moderate and entirely related to the sport of American football. The film contains numerous scenes of players engaging in hard tackles during games and practices. Some on-field injuries are shown, with players being hit hard and needing…

Is the language in My All American appropriate for kids?

Language is light and infrequent. There are a few uses of mild profanity, such as "hell" and "damn," mostly used by coaches or players in moments of passion or frustration during games and practices.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in My All American?

None. No characters are depicted smoking, drinking alcohol, or using drugs.

What mature themes appear in My All American?

The film's strongest content involves mature thematic elements. It chronicles a young man's diagnosis with a life-threatening illness (bone cancer) and its profound impact on his life, relationships, and athletic career. It deals with themes of perseverance…

How long is My All American?

My All American runs 118 minutes, directed by Angelo Pizzo, released in 2015.

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