The 5th Quarter (2010) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
In the wake of a car crash that killed his brother, football player Jon Abbate leads his school's struggling team to its most successful season ever.
Rated PG-13 • 2010 • 1h 37m
Based on a true story, "The 5th Quarter" is an emotional sports drama whose PG-13 rating is earned primarily for its depiction of a tragic accident and its aftermath. The film centers on college football player Jon Abbate, whose family is shattered when his 15-year-old brother, Luke, is killed in a car crash. Parents should be aware of an intense, though not graphic, car accident scene, subsequent hospital scenes where a character is… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The 5th Quarter appropriate for kids?
Based on a true story, "The 5th Quarter" is an emotional sports drama whose PG-13 rating is earned primarily for its depiction of a tragic accident and its aftermath. The film centers on college football player Jon Abbate, whose family is shattered when his 15-year-old brother… Read more — free account
Content severity in The 5th Quarter
What happens in The 5th Quarter, moment by moment
- 0:10 ⚔ Violence & Gore 7/10
- 0:11 ⚔ Violence & Gore 6/10
- 0:12 🔥 Mature Themes 8/10
Sex and nudity in The 5th Quarter
There are no sexual scenes or nudity present in this film. Brief instances of mild affection, such as hugging or holding hands, occur between family members and couples but remain entirely chaste. The narrative remains focused on sport, family bonds, and the grieving process rather than romantic or sexual subplots.
Violence and gore in The 5th Quarter
Violence is moderate and tied to two main sources. There is an intense car crash shown on screen, followed by scenes of its aftermath with injured characters; the depiction is impactful but not gory. The rest of the violence consists of standard American football action, including hard tackles and on-field collisions that are typical of the sport.
Language in The 5th Quarter
Language is infrequent and mild. There are a few uses of words like "hell" and "damn," typically during moments of emotional distress or in a locker-room context.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The 5th Quarter
Substance use is very minor. There is a brief scene where adults are shown drinking beer socially at a gathering.
Mature themes in The 5th Quarter
The film's strongest content involves mature themes centered on death and grief. The central plot involves the sudden death of a teenager in an accident. There are emotionally intense hospital scenes where the family learns their son is brain-dead and must discuss organ donation. The film extensively portrays the family's grieving process, including a funeral sequence and characters struggling with overwhelming sadness.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The 5th Quarter appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The 5th Quarter is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. Based on a true story, "The 5th Quarter" is an emotional sports drama whose PG-13 rating is earned primarily for its depiction of a tragic accident and its aftermath. The film centers on college football player Jon…
What age rating does The 5th Quarter have?
The 5th Quarter is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is The 5th Quarter about?
Based on a true story, "The 5th Quarter" is an emotional sports drama whose PG-13 rating is earned primarily for its depiction of a tragic accident and its aftermath. The film centers on college football player Jon Abbate, whose family is shattered when his 15-year-old brother, Luke, is killed in a car crash. Parents…
Is there sex or nudity in The 5th Quarter?
There are no sexual scenes or nudity present in this film. Brief instances of mild affection, such as hugging or holding hands, occur between family members and couples but remain entirely chaste. The narrative remains focused on sport, family bonds, and the…
How violent is The 5th Quarter?
Violence is moderate and tied to two main sources. There is an intense car crash shown on screen, followed by scenes of its aftermath with injured characters; the depiction is impactful but not gory. The rest of the violence consists of standard American…
Is the language in The 5th Quarter appropriate for kids?
Language is infrequent and mild. There are a few uses of words like "hell" and "damn," typically during moments of emotional distress or in a locker-room context.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The 5th Quarter?
Substance use is very minor. There is a brief scene where adults are shown drinking beer socially at a gathering.
What mature themes appear in The 5th Quarter?
The film's strongest content involves mature themes centered on death and grief. The central plot involves the sudden death of a teenager in an accident. There are emotionally intense hospital scenes where the family learns their son is brain-dead and must…
How long is The 5th Quarter?
The 5th Quarter runs 97 minutes, directed by Rick Bieber, released in 2010.
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