Problem Child 2 (1991) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Junior and his father, Ben, move from Cold River to Mortville. Junior becomes threatened by Ben's desire to date again and find a new mother for Junior, and sabotages each of his dates.
Rated PG-13 • 1991 • 1h 30m
This sequel continues the dark comedic antics of its predecessor, earning its PG-13 rating for pervasive crude humor, slapstick violence, sexual innuendo, and some language. The film follows Junior Healy as he and his father move to Mortville, where his campaign to sabotage his father's love life escalates into dangerous pranks. Parents should be aware of one particularly infamous and prolonged scene of graphic, projectile vomiting, as… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Problem Child 2 appropriate for kids?
This sequel continues the dark comedic antics of its predecessor, earning its PG-13 rating for pervasive crude humor, slapstick violence, sexual innuendo, and some language. The film follows Junior Healy as he and his father move to Mortville, where his campaign to sabotage his… Read more — free account
Content severity in Problem Child 2
What happens in Problem Child 2, moment by moment
- 0:06 ♥ Sex & Nudity 5/10
- 0:07 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
- 0:15 ⚔ Violence & Gore 4/10
Sex and nudity in Problem Child 2
Contains moderate sexual innuendo and sight gags played for laughs. In one scene, a woman stuffs her bra with tissues, which are then shown charred after she is electrocuted. Another scene involves a meatball being catapulted down a woman's cleavage. The main antagonist, LaWanda, is portrayed as a seductress who uses her looks to attract Ben. There are also brief visual gags, like a building with a roof resembling bare breasts, and a bully being taped to a chalkboard with his hand over his crotch.
Violence and gore in Problem Child 2
Violence is frequent and cartoonish, consisting of slapstick cruelty and dangerous pranks. A central prank involves a rigged doorbell that electrocutes a woman, leaving her dazed and her clothes smoking. In another, a lit M-80 firecracker is thrown into a toilet, which then explodes while a teacher is sitting on it. A heavy satellite dish is pushed off a roof, knocking a man unconscious. There is also a scene where a man is hit with a pipe and a large food fight erupts in a restaurant. A wedding cake is blown up…
Read more — free accountLanguage in Problem Child 2
Moderate. Profanity includes uses of "dick," "ass," "bitch," and "damn." Characters, including children, frequently engage in name-calling and insults. In one scene, a child makes an obscene middle-finger gesture.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Problem Child 2
Very mild. A single character is shown smoking a pipe in one brief scene. There is no other depiction of alcohol or drug use.
Mature themes in Problem Child 2
The most significant thematic content involves intense gross-out humor and antisocial behavior. There is a very graphic and extended scene at a carnival where a ride is sped up, causing multiple children and adults to vomit profusely and explicitly for over two minutes, with vomit spraying on others. Other themes include rampant bullying, children performing dangerous and destructive pranks with no realistic consequences, and the conflict between children and potential stepparents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Problem Child 2 appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Problem Child 2 is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. This sequel continues the dark comedic antics of its predecessor, earning its PG-13 rating for pervasive crude humor, slapstick violence, sexual innuendo, and some language. The film follows Junior Healy as he and his…
What age rating does Problem Child 2 have?
Problem Child 2 is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Problem Child 2 about?
This sequel continues the dark comedic antics of its predecessor, earning its PG-13 rating for pervasive crude humor, slapstick violence, sexual innuendo, and some language. The film follows Junior Healy as he and his father move to Mortville, where his campaign to sabotage his father's love life escalates into…
Is there sex or nudity in Problem Child 2?
Contains moderate sexual innuendo and sight gags played for laughs. In one scene, a woman stuffs her bra with tissues, which are then shown charred after she is electrocuted. Another scene involves a meatball being catapulted down a woman's cleavage. The main…
How violent is Problem Child 2?
Violence is frequent and cartoonish, consisting of slapstick cruelty and dangerous pranks. A central prank involves a rigged doorbell that electrocutes a woman, leaving her dazed and her clothes smoking. In another, a lit M-80 firecracker is thrown into a…
Is the language in Problem Child 2 appropriate for kids?
Moderate. Profanity includes uses of "dick," "ass," "bitch," and "damn." Characters, including children, frequently engage in name-calling and insults. In one scene, a child makes an obscene middle-finger gesture.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Problem Child 2?
Very mild. A single character is shown smoking a pipe in one brief scene. There is no other depiction of alcohol or drug use.
What mature themes appear in Problem Child 2?
The most significant thematic content involves intense gross-out humor and antisocial behavior. There is a very graphic and extended scene at a carnival where a ride is sped up, causing multiple children and adults to vomit profusely and explicitly for over…
How long is Problem Child 2?
Problem Child 2 runs 90 minutes, directed by Brian Levant, released in 1991.
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