Professor Marston and the Wonder Women (2017) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
The unconventional life of Dr. William Marston, the Harvard psychologist and inventor who helped invent the modern lie detector test and co-created Wonder Woman in 1941.
Rated R • 2017 • 1h 48m
Professor Marston and the Wonder Women is a biographical drama that received its R rating primarily for strong and pervasive sexual content. The film frankly depicts a polyamorous relationship between a man, William Marston, his wife Elizabeth, and their student Olive, including a threesome scene with brief nudity, same-sex kissing, and themes of BDSM (bondage and spanking). The film also contains frequent strong language, including… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Professor Marston and the Wonder Women appropriate for kids?
Professor Marston and the Wonder Women is a biographical drama that received its R rating primarily for strong and pervasive sexual content. The film frankly depicts a polyamorous relationship between a man, William Marston, his wife Elizabeth, and their student Olive, including… Read more — free account
Content severity in Professor Marston and the Wonder Women
What happens in Professor Marston and the Wonder Women, moment by moment
- 0:08 💬 Language 7/10
- 0:15 🍷 Substances 3/10
- 0:18 ♥ Sex & Nudity 5/10
Sex and nudity in Professor Marston and the Wonder Women
This is the primary reason for the R rating. The film's plot centers on a polyamorous relationship between a man and two women. There are multiple scenes of passionate kissing and embraces between all three characters. One scene depicts a threesome with brief views of female bare breasts. Themes of BDSM are explicit, with scenes depicting spanking, bondage, and discussions of dominance and submission, which directly inform the creation of Wonder Woman. Characters also view fetishistic and pornographic drawings.
Violence and gore in Professor Marston and the Wonder Women
Violence is nearly absent. There is a single, brief scene where a man gets into a scuffle with his neighbor, involving a few punches and a tackle. The primary conflicts in the film are emotional and psychological rather than physical.
Language in Professor Marston and the Wonder Women
Strong language is used throughout, warranting the R rating. There are over 15 uses of "f--k" and its derivatives. Other strong language includes multiple uses of "c--k" and "d--k," as well as terms like "vagina" and "c--ksucker."
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Professor Marston and the Wonder Women
Substance use is frequent but incidental. Many characters, particularly William, smoke cigarettes consistently throughout the film, which is accurate for the time period. Adults are also seen drinking alcohol (wine, cocktails) in social settings, but never to excess.
Mature themes in Professor Marston and the Wonder Women
The film explores complex and mature themes, including polyamory, non-traditional family structures, feminism, and freedom of expression. It deals heavily with the consequences of social stigma and ostracism, showing the characters losing their jobs and their children being bullied due to their lifestyle. The story also involves a main character's diagnosis with terminal cancer and the subsequent emotional turmoil and reconciliation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Professor Marston and the Wonder Women appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Professor Marston and the Wonder Women is best for ages 17+. It's rated R. Professor Marston and the Wonder Women is a biographical drama that received its R rating primarily for strong and pervasive sexual content. The film frankly depicts a polyamorous relationship between a man, William…
What age rating does Professor Marston and the Wonder Women have?
Professor Marston and the Wonder Women is officially rated R. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 17+.
What is Professor Marston and the Wonder Women about?
Professor Marston and the Wonder Women is a biographical drama that received its R rating primarily for strong and pervasive sexual content. The film frankly depicts a polyamorous relationship between a man, William Marston, his wife Elizabeth, and their student Olive, including a threesome scene with brief nudity…
Is there sex or nudity in Professor Marston and the Wonder Women?
This is the primary reason for the R rating. The film's plot centers on a polyamorous relationship between a man and two women. There are multiple scenes of passionate kissing and embraces between all three characters. One scene depicts a threesome with brief…
How violent is Professor Marston and the Wonder Women?
Violence is nearly absent. There is a single, brief scene where a man gets into a scuffle with his neighbor, involving a few punches and a tackle. The primary conflicts in the film are emotional and psychological rather than physical.
Is the language in Professor Marston and the Wonder Women appropriate for kids?
Strong language is used throughout, warranting the R rating. There are over 15 uses of "f--k" and its derivatives. Other strong language includes multiple uses of "c--k" and "d--k," as well as terms like "vagina" and "c--ksucker."
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Professor Marston and the Wonder Women?
Substance use is frequent but incidental. Many characters, particularly William, smoke cigarettes consistently throughout the film, which is accurate for the time period. Adults are also seen drinking alcohol (wine, cocktails) in social settings, but never to…
What mature themes appear in Professor Marston and the Wonder Women?
The film explores complex and mature themes, including polyamory, non-traditional family structures, feminism, and freedom of expression. It deals heavily with the consequences of social stigma and ostracism, showing the characters losing their jobs and their…
How long is Professor Marston and the Wonder Women?
Professor Marston and the Wonder Women runs 108 minutes, directed by Angela Robinson, released in 2017.
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