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Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist (2008) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Nick cannot stop obsessing over his ex-girlfriend, Tris, until Tris' friend Norah suddenly shows interest in him at a club. Thus begins an odd night filled with ups and downs as the two keep running into Tris and her new boyfriend while searching for Norah's drunken friend, Caroline, with help from Nick's band mates. As the night winds down, the two have to figure out what they want from each other.

Rated PG-13 • 2008 • 1h 29m

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Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist is a teen comedy that captures the intensity and confusion of youth relationships set against an all-night NYC music scene. Rated PG-13 for its depiction of teen drinking, sexual references, and pervasive language, the film focuses on the emotional growing pains of young adults. Parents should be aware of frequent profanity and realistic scenes of underage intoxication that define much of the… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Michael Cera
Michael Cera
Kat Dennings
Kat Dennings
Aaron Yoo
Aaron Yoo
Rafi Gavron
Rafi Gavron
Ari Graynor
Ari Graynor
Alexis Dziena
Alexis Dziena
Jonathan B. Wright
Jonathan B. Wright
Zachary Booth
Zachary Booth
Jay Baruchel
Jay Baruchel
Justin Rice
Justin Rice
Christian Rudder
Christian Rudder
Giorgio Angelini
Giorgio Angelini
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Is Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist appropriate for kids?

Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist is a teen comedy that captures the intensity and confusion of youth relationships set against an all-night NYC music scene. Rated PG-13 for its depiction of teen drinking, sexual references, and pervasive language, the film focuses on the… Read more — free account

Content severity in Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist

Sex Strong 5/10
Violence Strong 5/10
Language Strong 7/10
Substances Strong 5/10
Themes Moderate 4/10

What happens in Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist, moment by moment

  1. 0:05 💬 Language 7/10
  2. 0:18 🍷 Substances 5/10
  3. 0:32 🍷 Substances 5/10
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Sex and nudity in Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist

The film contains mild sexual content, including kissing and scenes of sexual innuendo. Characters engage in suggestive dialogue and one sequence implies manual stimulation between a couple, though no nudity or graphic intimacy occurs.

Violence and gore in Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist

Violence is infrequent and mild. It consists primarily of brief physical altercations, including a headbutt and a scuffle involving a punch to the throat, occurring within the context of a nightclub dispute.

Language in Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist

Profanity is frequent and includes approximately 60 instances of strong language, including one 'f-bomb' and several 's-words.' Crude anatomical references and sexual slang are also used by the secondary teenage characters.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist

Teen drinking is a recurring theme, with a supporting character remaining heavily intoxicated throughout the majority of the runtime. Other scenes depict characters at clubs and bars, though the two protagonists themselves remain sober.

Mature themes in Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist

The film explores mature themes of heartbreak, jealousy, the complexities of peer pressure, and the transition into adult relationships. It touches on feelings of abandonment and the insecurity of navigating complex social circles.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist is a teen comedy that captures the intensity and confusion of youth relationships set against an all-night NYC music scene. Rated PG-13 for its depiction of teen drinking, sexual…

What age rating does Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist have?

Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.

What is Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist about?

Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist is a teen comedy that captures the intensity and confusion of youth relationships set against an all-night NYC music scene. Rated PG-13 for its depiction of teen drinking, sexual references, and pervasive language, the film focuses on the emotional growing pains of young adults…

Is there sex or nudity in Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist?

The film contains mild sexual content, including kissing and scenes of sexual innuendo. Characters engage in suggestive dialogue and one sequence implies manual stimulation between a couple, though no nudity or graphic intimacy occurs.

How violent is Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist?

Violence is infrequent and mild. It consists primarily of brief physical altercations, including a headbutt and a scuffle involving a punch to the throat, occurring within the context of a nightclub dispute.

Is the language in Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist appropriate for kids?

Profanity is frequent and includes approximately 60 instances of strong language, including one 'f-bomb' and several 's-words.' Crude anatomical references and sexual slang are also used by the secondary teenage characters.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist?

Teen drinking is a recurring theme, with a supporting character remaining heavily intoxicated throughout the majority of the runtime. Other scenes depict characters at clubs and bars, though the two protagonists themselves remain sober.

What mature themes appear in Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist?

The film explores mature themes of heartbreak, jealousy, the complexities of peer pressure, and the transition into adult relationships. It touches on feelings of abandonment and the insecurity of navigating complex social circles.

How long is Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist?

Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist runs 89 minutes, directed by Peter Sollett, released in 2008.

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