Oscar (1991) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Angelo "Snaps" Provolone made his dying father a promise on his deathbed: he would leave the world of crime and become an honest businessman. Despite having no experience in making money in a legal fashion, Snaps sets about to keep his promise.
Rated PG • 1991 • 1h 49m
Oscar is a PG-rated farce about a mob boss, Angelo "Snaps" Provolone, trying to go straight, leading to a day of chaotic misunderstandings. The film's rating is primarily for its mature themes, including gangster life, blackmail, and a sustained plot point about a character falsely claiming to be pregnant. Violence is very light and comedic, mostly involving slapstick and threats. There is infrequent mild language, including one use of… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Oscar appropriate for kids?
Oscar is a PG-rated farce about a mob boss, Angelo "Snaps" Provolone, trying to go straight, leading to a day of chaotic misunderstandings. The film's rating is primarily for its mature themes, including gangster life, blackmail, and a sustained plot point about a character… Read more — free account
Content severity in Oscar
What happens in Oscar, moment by moment
- 0:01 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
- 0:10 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
- 0:12 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
Sex and nudity in Oscar
Sexual content is limited to mild innuendo and thematic elements. A major plot point involves a young woman falsely claiming to be pregnant. Characters exchange some brief, non-passionate kisses. It is eventually revealed that one character is the result of an old affair. There is no nudity.
Violence and gore in Oscar
Violence is very mild and comedic, consisting of slapstick and implied threats. In one scene, a character is angrily pinned to a table. Mobsters are seen with guns, but no one is shot. A car full of armed gangsters crashes off-screen. The tone remains light and farcical throughout.
Language in Oscar
Language is very infrequent and mild. The term 'son of a b-tch' is used once. Otherwise, profanity is not a feature of the film.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Oscar
Substance use is light. A character is seen smoking a cigarette in one scene. The plot is set during Prohibition, so the lead character's past as a bootlegger is central to the story, though no alcohol consumption is shown on screen.
Mature themes in Oscar
The film's themes are mature but handled comically. The entire premise revolves around a gangster trying to reform. Key plot points include a character's death on his deathbed (shown briefly), lies and blackmail, a false claim of pregnancy, and the revelation of a child born out of wedlock from a past affair. The morality of business vs. crime is also a recurring topic.
Scary moments in Oscar
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Oscar appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Oscar is best for ages 10+. It's rated PG. Oscar is a PG-rated farce about a mob boss, Angelo "Snaps" Provolone, trying to go straight, leading to a day of chaotic misunderstandings. The film's rating is primarily for its mature themes, including gangster life…
What age rating does Oscar have?
Oscar is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is Oscar about?
Oscar is a PG-rated farce about a mob boss, Angelo "Snaps" Provolone, trying to go straight, leading to a day of chaotic misunderstandings. The film's rating is primarily for its mature themes, including gangster life, blackmail, and a sustained plot point about a character falsely claiming to be pregnant. Violence is…
Is there sex or nudity in Oscar?
Sexual content is limited to mild innuendo and thematic elements. A major plot point involves a young woman falsely claiming to be pregnant. Characters exchange some brief, non-passionate kisses. It is eventually revealed that one character is the result of…
How violent is Oscar?
Violence is very mild and comedic, consisting of slapstick and implied threats. In one scene, a character is angrily pinned to a table. Mobsters are seen with guns, but no one is shot. A car full of armed gangsters crashes off-screen. The tone remains light…
Is the language in Oscar appropriate for kids?
Language is very infrequent and mild. The term 'son of a b-tch' is used once. Otherwise, profanity is not a feature of the film.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Oscar?
Substance use is light. A character is seen smoking a cigarette in one scene. The plot is set during Prohibition, so the lead character's past as a bootlegger is central to the story, though no alcohol consumption is shown on screen.
What mature themes appear in Oscar?
The film's themes are mature but handled comically. The entire premise revolves around a gangster trying to reform. Key plot points include a character's death on his deathbed (shown briefly), lies and blackmail, a false claim of pregnancy, and the revelation…
How long is Oscar?
Oscar runs 109 minutes, directed by John Landis, released in 1991.
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