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Operation Christmas Drop (2020) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

While gathering evidence to support closing a tropical U.S. Air Force base, a congressional aide warms to its generous captain.

Rated NR • 2020 • 1h 35m

Age
7+

This family-friendly holiday film earns its TV-G rating with a story that is almost entirely free of concerning content. The plot follows a congressional aide, Erica, sent to evaluate a U.S. Air Force base in Guam, where she clashes and then falls for the charming Captain Andrew. Parents should be aware of a single, gentle kiss between the leads and a brief scene of a man shirtless on a beach. The only peril involves a typhoon… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Kat Graham
Kat Graham
Alexander Ludwig
Alexander Ludwig
Virginia Madsen
Virginia Madsen
Janet Kidder
Janet Kidder
Jeffrey Joseph
Jeffrey Joseph
Bethany Brown
Bethany Brown
Trezzo Mahoro
Trezzo Mahoro
Rohan Campbell
Rohan Campbell
Aliza Vellani
Aliza Vellani
Aaron Douglas
Aaron Douglas
Xavier de Guzman
Xavier de Guzman
BB
Bruce Best
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Is Operation Christmas Drop appropriate for kids?

This family-friendly holiday film earns its TV-G rating with a story that is almost entirely free of concerning content. The plot follows a congressional aide, Erica, sent to evaluate a U.S. Air Force base in Guam, where she clashes and then falls for the charming Captain… Read more — free account

Content severity in Operation Christmas Drop

Sex Mild 2/10
Violence Mild 2/10
Language None 0/10
Substances Mild 1/10
Themes Moderate 3/10

What happens in Operation Christmas Drop, moment by moment

  1. 0:05 🔥 Mature Themes 2/10
  2. 0:10 ♥ Sex & Nudity 1/10
  3. 0:55 🔥 Mature Themes 2/10
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Sex and nudity in Operation Christmas Drop

Content is very light. A lead male character is briefly seen shirtless at the beach near the beginning of the movie. The two romantic leads share a single, gentle kiss toward the very end of the film. There is no innuendo or suggestive dialogue.

Violence and gore in Operation Christmas Drop

Violence is absent. The central conflict involves a typhoon that threatens to ground the military planes, creating some tension and scenes of strong wind and rain. However, this is resolved without incident, and no characters are ever depicted in physical danger or peril.

Language in Operation Christmas Drop

Language is not a concern; there is no profanity or inappropriate language used in the film.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Operation Christmas Drop

Substance use is minimal and incidental. During a party scene, adults may be seen with drinks like wine in the background, but no one is shown drinking to excess and there is no focus on alcohol.

Mature themes in Operation Christmas Drop

Themes are positive, centering on charity, community service, and the spirit of giving. The film highlights the real-world humanitarian mission airdropping supplies to remote islands. A minor thematic point involves a character disobeying her superior's orders for a moral cause.

Scary moments in Operation Christmas Drop

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Operation Christmas Drop 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 Operation Christmas Drop appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Operation Christmas Drop is best for ages 7+. It's rated NR. This family-friendly holiday film earns its TV-G rating with a story that is almost entirely free of concerning content. The plot follows a congressional aide, Erica, sent to evaluate a U.S. Air Force base in Guam…

What age rating does Operation Christmas Drop have?

Operation Christmas Drop is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 7+.

What is Operation Christmas Drop about?

This family-friendly holiday film earns its TV-G rating with a story that is almost entirely free of concerning content. The plot follows a congressional aide, Erica, sent to evaluate a U.S. Air Force base in Guam, where she clashes and then falls for the charming Captain Andrew. Parents should be aware of a single…

Is there sex or nudity in Operation Christmas Drop?

Content is very light. A lead male character is briefly seen shirtless at the beach near the beginning of the movie. The two romantic leads share a single, gentle kiss toward the very end of the film. There is no innuendo or suggestive dialogue.

How violent is Operation Christmas Drop?

Violence is absent. The central conflict involves a typhoon that threatens to ground the military planes, creating some tension and scenes of strong wind and rain. However, this is resolved without incident, and no characters are ever depicted in physical…

Is the language in Operation Christmas Drop appropriate for kids?

Language is not a concern; there is no profanity or inappropriate language used in the film.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Operation Christmas Drop?

Substance use is minimal and incidental. During a party scene, adults may be seen with drinks like wine in the background, but no one is shown drinking to excess and there is no focus on alcohol.

What mature themes appear in Operation Christmas Drop?

Themes are positive, centering on charity, community service, and the spirit of giving. The film highlights the real-world humanitarian mission airdropping supplies to remote islands. A minor thematic point involves a character disobeying her superior's…

How long is Operation Christmas Drop?

Operation Christmas Drop runs 95 minutes, directed by Martin Wood, released in 2020.

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