Ordinary Angels (2024) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Inspired by the incredible true story of a hairdresser who single-handedly rallies an entire community to help a widowed father save the life of his critically ill young daughter.
Rated PG • 2024 • 1h 58m
Ordinary Angels follows the true story of Sharon Stevens, a hairdresser in 1990s Kentucky who helps a widowed father, Ed Schmitt, navigate the medical crisis of his daughter, Michelle. The film is rated PG primarily for mature themes, including the death of a parent, a child's critical illness, and the main character's struggle with alcohol addiction. Parents should be prepared for emotional intensity regarding the young girl’s health… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Ordinary Angels appropriate for kids?
Ordinary Angels follows the true story of Sharon Stevens, a hairdresser in 1990s Kentucky who helps a widowed father, Ed Schmitt, navigate the medical crisis of his daughter, Michelle. The film is rated PG primarily for mature themes, including the death of a parent, a child's… Read more — free account
Content severity in Ordinary Angels
What happens in Ordinary Angels, moment by moment
- 0:15 🍷 Substances 5/10
- 0:22 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
- 0:45 ⚔ Violence & Gore 4/10
Sex and nudity in Ordinary Angels
There is no sexual content in this film.
Violence and gore in Ordinary Angels
Violence is minimal and non-graphic. The most intense moment involves a young child coughing up blood due to her medical condition, which is brief but somber.
Language in Ordinary Angels
Language is very mild, featuring only a single instance of the word 'crap.'
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Ordinary Angels
There is a moderate focus on alcoholism. Sharon is shown frequently drinking to excess, appearing visibly intoxicated in several scenes, and attending Alcoholics Anonymous meetings to confront her addiction.
Mature themes in Ordinary Angels
The story centers on heavy emotional themes, including the death of a mother, the terminal illness of a child, financial hardship, and the long-term struggle of recovery from alcoholism.
Scary moments in Ordinary Angels
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Ordinary Angels 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ordinary Angels appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Ordinary Angels is best for ages 10+. It's rated PG. Ordinary Angels follows the true story of Sharon Stevens, a hairdresser in 1990s Kentucky who helps a widowed father, Ed Schmitt, navigate the medical crisis of his daughter, Michelle. The film is rated PG primarily for…
What age rating does Ordinary Angels have?
Ordinary Angels is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is Ordinary Angels about?
Ordinary Angels follows the true story of Sharon Stevens, a hairdresser in 1990s Kentucky who helps a widowed father, Ed Schmitt, navigate the medical crisis of his daughter, Michelle. The film is rated PG primarily for mature themes, including the death of a parent, a child's critical illness, and the main…
Is there sex or nudity in Ordinary Angels?
There is no sexual content in this film.
How violent is Ordinary Angels?
Violence is minimal and non-graphic. The most intense moment involves a young child coughing up blood due to her medical condition, which is brief but somber.
Is the language in Ordinary Angels appropriate for kids?
Language is very mild, featuring only a single instance of the word 'crap.'
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Ordinary Angels?
There is a moderate focus on alcoholism. Sharon is shown frequently drinking to excess, appearing visibly intoxicated in several scenes, and attending Alcoholics Anonymous meetings to confront her addiction.
What mature themes appear in Ordinary Angels?
The story centers on heavy emotional themes, including the death of a mother, the terminal illness of a child, financial hardship, and the long-term struggle of recovery from alcoholism.
How long is Ordinary Angels?
Ordinary Angels runs 118 minutes, directed by Jon Gunn, released in 2024.
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