Serial Teachers (2013) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
With only 12 percent of its pupils obtaining their baccalaureate, Jules Ferry High School is the worst school in France. The Inspector of Schools has already exhausted all the conventional means to raise standards at the school and he has no choice but to take the advice of his deputy. It is a case of having to fight fire with fire: the worst pupils must be taught by the worst teachers...
Rated NR • 2013 • 1h 28m
Serial Teachers is a broad French comedy about a group of eccentric and comically incompetent instructors hired as a last resort for France's worst high school. While unrated in the U.S., its international ratings suggest content suitable for pre-teens and older. The film's parent-relevant content is driven by frequent slapstick violence and chaotic mayhem, where teachers and students engage in reckless behavior played for laughs… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Serial Teachers appropriate for kids?
Serial Teachers is a broad French comedy about a group of eccentric and comically incompetent instructors hired as a last resort for France's worst high school. While unrated in the U.S., its international ratings suggest content suitable for pre-teens and older. The film's… Read more — free account
Content severity in Serial Teachers
What happens in Serial Teachers, moment by moment
- 0:08 🔥 Mature Themes 2/10
- 0:15 ⚔ Violence & Gore 4/10
- 0:22 💬 Language 3/10
Sex and nudity in Serial Teachers
Contains some mild suggestive humor and innuendo typical of the teen comedy genre. A character makes a clumsy, forward remark to a teacher, and there are conversations about crushes, but there is no nudity or explicit sexual content.
Violence and gore in Serial Teachers
Violence is frequent but entirely comedic and slapstick in nature. Characters engage in reckless behavior, such as a teacher using a paintball gun on students. There are scenes of property destruction, including a lab explosion, and physical comedy involving tackling and chaotic pranks, with no serious injuries shown.
Language in Serial Teachers
Language is infrequent. Given the various international ratings, viewers can expect some mild to moderate profanity, likely including French equivalents of words like 'hell' and 'damn,' used in moments of frustration.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Serial Teachers
Substance use is present but brief. A teacher is shown drinking alcohol from a flask in the staff room, portrayed as a comedic character flaw. Students may be briefly visible smoking in the background of schoolyard scenes.
Mature themes in Serial Teachers
Thematic content is light, centering on the failures of the education system, student apathy, and the idea of using unconventional methods to achieve results. It touches on themes of underachievement and rebellion against authority, but always within a comedic framework.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Serial Teachers appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Serial Teachers is best for ages 12+. It's rated NR. Serial Teachers is a broad French comedy about a group of eccentric and comically incompetent instructors hired as a last resort for France's worst high school. While unrated in the U.S., its international ratings…
What age rating does Serial Teachers have?
Serial Teachers is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 12+.
What is Serial Teachers about?
Serial Teachers is a broad French comedy about a group of eccentric and comically incompetent instructors hired as a last resort for France's worst high school. While unrated in the U.S., its international ratings suggest content suitable for pre-teens and older. The film's parent-relevant content is driven by…
Is there sex or nudity in Serial Teachers?
Contains some mild suggestive humor and innuendo typical of the teen comedy genre. A character makes a clumsy, forward remark to a teacher, and there are conversations about crushes, but there is no nudity or explicit sexual content.
How violent is Serial Teachers?
Violence is frequent but entirely comedic and slapstick in nature. Characters engage in reckless behavior, such as a teacher using a paintball gun on students. There are scenes of property destruction, including a lab explosion, and physical comedy involving…
Is the language in Serial Teachers appropriate for kids?
Language is infrequent. Given the various international ratings, viewers can expect some mild to moderate profanity, likely including French equivalents of words like 'hell' and 'damn,' used in moments of frustration.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Serial Teachers?
Substance use is present but brief. A teacher is shown drinking alcohol from a flask in the staff room, portrayed as a comedic character flaw. Students may be briefly visible smoking in the background of schoolyard scenes.
What mature themes appear in Serial Teachers?
Thematic content is light, centering on the failures of the education system, student apathy, and the idea of using unconventional methods to achieve results. It touches on themes of underachievement and rebellion against authority, but always within a…
How long is Serial Teachers?
Serial Teachers runs 88 minutes, directed by Pierre-François Martin-Laval, released in 2013.
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