Ray (2004) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Ray is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. The life of Ray Charles from childhood blindness through musical genius and personal struggle. The PG-13 rating covers heroin addiction (depicted seriously), sexual infidelity, and some language. Jamie Foxx's…

Ray is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.

The life of Ray Charles from childhood blindness through musical genius and personal struggle. The PG-13 rating covers heroin addiction (depicted seriously), sexual infidelity, and some language. Jamie Foxx's performance is extraordinary. A comprehensive, honest biopic appropriate for most teenagers.

Ray's serial infidelities — depicted as a pattern and a failing. Brief, non-graphic sexual content. No nudity.

There is no significant physical violence or gore depicted throughout the film. The most intense physical moments involve the character navigating his surroundings as he loses his sight and occasional tense arguments that remain non-violent. The film focuses…

The film contains moderate language consistent with a PG-13 rating, including occasional uses of the s-word and several derogatory terms. There are scattered instances of profanity during heated exchanges between characters or moments of professional…

Heroin addiction is the film's most serious content — Ray's use is depicted from introduction through addiction and eventually forced withdrawal. The physical reality of addiction is not shied away from.

Childhood trauma — witnessing his brother drown as a child — and its permanent psychological effects. Racism in the music industry and in American society. The way genius can coexist with personal moral failure. A man's hard-won sobriety and partial…

Ray runs 152 minutes, directed by Taylor Hackford, released in 2004.

Create a free Bontent account to unlock the full scene-by-scene notes, filter by your kids' ages, and save titles to your personal watchlist.