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Now and Then (1995) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Waxing nostalgic about the bittersweet passage from childhood to puberty, four childhood girlfriends — Teeny, Chrissy, Samantha and Roberta — recall the magical summer of 1970. During their walk down memory lane, they reconcile experiences with boys, secrets, bullies and more.

Rated PG-13 • 1995 • 1h 40m

Age
12+

Four women reunite and reminisce about the pivotal summer of 1970 when, as 12-year-olds, they navigated friendship, family, and the cusp of adolescence.

Cast

Christina Ricci
Christina Ricci
Rosie O'Donnell
Rosie O'Donnell
Thora Birch
Thora Birch
Melanie Griffith
Melanie Griffith
Gaby Hoffmann
Gaby Hoffmann
Demi Moore
Demi Moore
Ashleigh Aston Moore
Ashleigh Aston Moore
Rita Wilson
Rita Wilson
Devon Sawa
Devon Sawa
Walter Sparrow
Walter Sparrow
Cloris Leachman
Cloris Leachman
Lolita Davidovich
Lolita Davidovich
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Is Now and Then appropriate for kids?

Four women reunite and reminisce about the pivotal summer of 1970 when, as 12-year-olds, they navigated friendship, family, and the cusp of adolescence. Read more — free account

Content severity in Now and Then

Sex Strong 6/10
Violence None 0/10
Language Strong 6/10
Substances Strong 6/10
Themes Strong 6/10

What happens in Now and Then, moment by moment

  1. 0:36 ♥ Sex & Nudity 6/10
  2. 0:41 💬 Language 6/10
  3. 0:46 🍷 Substances 6/10
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Sex and nudity in Now and Then

Moderate. Frank preteen discussion of sex and bodies, a skinny-dipping scene, and references to a pregnancy.

Violence and gore in Now and Then

The film contains mild peril and slapstick moments, such as a scene involving a bicycle accident and a physical scuffle between young girls. A supernatural mystery subplot features a seance and graveyard visits that create a sense of suspense without actual physical harm. Overall, the violence is low-impact and consistent with a coming-of-age drama.

Language in Now and Then

Moderate profanity is used throughout the film, reflecting the colloquial speech of adolescents in the 1970s. Viewers will hear several instances of 'sh-t,' 'hell,' and 'damn,' along with various insults and period-specific anatomical terms. The dialogue also includes some derogatory slurs typical of the era's vernacular.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Now and Then

Substance use is portrayed through characters engaged in social smoking and drinking consistent with the 1970s setting. Several scenes depict the 12-year-old protagonists experimenting with cigarettes or observing adults consuming cocktails at social gatherings. These moments are presented as realistic depictions of the environment rather than a glamorization of substance abuse.

Mature themes in Now and Then

Friendship, adolescence, divorce, grief, and growing up. A nostalgic coming-of-age dramedy; the frank preteen content and language place it with tweens and up.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Now and Then appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Now and Then is best for ages 12+. It's rated PG-13. Four women reunite and reminisce about the pivotal summer of 1970 when, as 12-year-olds, they navigated friendship, family, and the cusp of adolescence.

What age rating does Now and Then have?

Now and Then is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 12+.

What is Now and Then about?

Four women reunite and reminisce about the pivotal summer of 1970 when, as 12-year-olds, they navigated friendship, family, and the cusp of adolescence.

Is there sex or nudity in Now and Then?

Moderate. Frank preteen discussion of sex and bodies, a skinny-dipping scene, and references to a pregnancy.

How violent is Now and Then?

The film contains mild peril and slapstick moments, such as a scene involving a bicycle accident and a physical scuffle between young girls. A supernatural mystery subplot features a seance and graveyard visits that create a sense of suspense without actual…

Is the language in Now and Then appropriate for kids?

Moderate profanity is used throughout the film, reflecting the colloquial speech of adolescents in the 1970s. Viewers will hear several instances of 'sh-t,' 'hell,' and 'damn,' along with various insults and period-specific anatomical terms. The dialogue also…

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Now and Then?

Substance use is portrayed through characters engaged in social smoking and drinking consistent with the 1970s setting. Several scenes depict the 12-year-old protagonists experimenting with cigarettes or observing adults consuming cocktails at social…

What mature themes appear in Now and Then?

Friendship, adolescence, divorce, grief, and growing up. A nostalgic coming-of-age dramedy; the frank preteen content and language place it with tweens and up.

How long is Now and Then?

Now and Then runs 100 minutes, directed by Lesli Linka Glatter, released in 1995.

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