Sullivan's Travels (1941) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Successful movie director John L. Sullivan, convinced he won't be able to film his ambitious masterpiece until he has suffered, dons a hobo disguise and sets off on a journey, aiming to "know trouble" first-hand. When all he finds is a train ride back to Hollywood and a beautiful blonde companion, he redoubles his efforts, managing to land himself in more trouble than he bargained for when he loses his memory and ends up a prisoner on a chain gang.
Rated NR • 1941 • 1h 31m
A Hollywood director attempts to experience poverty firsthand to better understand the human condition for his next film. Although it is unrated, the movie is appropriate for ages 13 and up due to its mature themes regarding social class and a brief, serious sequence involving a prison chain gang. The film is largely free of profanity, substance use, and sexual content, making it a generally mild viewing experience.
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Is Sullivan's Travels appropriate for kids?
A Hollywood director attempts to experience poverty firsthand to better understand the human condition for his next film. Although it is unrated, the movie is appropriate for ages 13 and up due to its mature themes regarding social class and a brief, serious sequence involving a… Read more — free account
Content severity in Sullivan's Travels
What happens in Sullivan's Travels, moment by moment
- 0:08 🔥 Mature Themes 1/10
- 0:42 🔥 Mature Themes 2/10
- 1:12 ⚔ Violence & Gore 2/10
Sex and nudity in Sullivan's Travels
None.
Violence and gore in Sullivan's Travels
A chain gang sequence — the darkness the comedy requires. Brief and purposeful.
Language in Sullivan's Travels
None of note.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Sullivan's Travels
None.
Mature themes in Sullivan's Travels
The film is a defence of comedy — the prisoner audience laughing at a cartoon as the most valuable thing cinema can offer. Sullivan's journey from condescension to respect for entertainment. Still the best argument for why funny movies matter.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sullivan's Travels appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Sullivan's Travels is best for ages 13+. It's rated NR. A Hollywood director attempts to experience poverty firsthand to better understand the human condition for his next film. Although it is unrated, the movie is appropriate for ages 13 and up due to its mature themes…
What age rating does Sullivan's Travels have?
Sullivan's Travels is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Sullivan's Travels about?
A Hollywood director attempts to experience poverty firsthand to better understand the human condition for his next film. Although it is unrated, the movie is appropriate for ages 13 and up due to its mature themes regarding social class and a brief, serious sequence involving a prison chain gang. The film is largely…
Is there sex or nudity in Sullivan's Travels?
None.
How violent is Sullivan's Travels?
A chain gang sequence — the darkness the comedy requires. Brief and purposeful.
Is the language in Sullivan's Travels appropriate for kids?
None of note.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Sullivan's Travels?
None.
What mature themes appear in Sullivan's Travels?
The film is a defence of comedy — the prisoner audience laughing at a cartoon as the most valuable thing cinema can offer. Sullivan's journey from condescension to respect for entertainment. Still the best argument for why funny movies matter.
How long is Sullivan's Travels?
Sullivan's Travels runs 90 minutes, directed by Preston Sturges, released in 1941.
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