The Banker (2020) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
In the 1960s, two entrepreneurs hatch an ingenious business plan to fight for housing integration—and equal access to the American Dream.
Rated PG-13 • 2020 • 2h 0m
The Banker explores the true story of Bernard Garrett and Joe Morris, two Black entrepreneurs in the 1950s and 60s who use a white proxy to enter the segregated real estate market. The film received a PG-13 rating primarily for its pervasive depiction of systemic racism, including racial slurs, and for tobacco use throughout the narrative. While it contains no graphic sexual content or physical violence, the intense atmosphere of… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Banker appropriate for kids?
The Banker explores the true story of Bernard Garrett and Joe Morris, two Black entrepreneurs in the 1950s and 60s who use a white proxy to enter the segregated real estate market. The film received a PG-13 rating primarily for its pervasive depiction of systemic racism… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Banker
What happens in The Banker, moment by moment
- 0:15 💬 Language 3/10
- 0:22 🍷 Substances 4/10
- 0:45 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
Sex and nudity in The Banker
None. There is a single brief sexual reference in the dialogue, but no on-screen nudity or sexual activity.
Violence and gore in The Banker
None. There are no on-screen physical altercations, weapons, or gore. The film relies on verbal confrontation.
Language in The Banker
Moderate. Characters use racial epithets consistent with the 1950s/60s setting. There is also occasional use of stronger profanity, including one instance of the 'f-word' and various uses of religious expletives.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Banker
Moderate. Smoking is a period-accurate, pervasive element throughout the film, with most characters shown using cigarettes in business and social settings.
Mature themes in The Banker
Strong. The narrative centers on systemic racism, Jim Crow-era housing discrimination, and the intense psychological and legal stress faced by the protagonists as they challenge segregated power structures.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Banker appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Banker is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. The Banker explores the true story of Bernard Garrett and Joe Morris, two Black entrepreneurs in the 1950s and 60s who use a white proxy to enter the segregated real estate market. The film received a PG-13 rating…
What age rating does The Banker have?
The Banker is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is The Banker about?
The Banker explores the true story of Bernard Garrett and Joe Morris, two Black entrepreneurs in the 1950s and 60s who use a white proxy to enter the segregated real estate market. The film received a PG-13 rating primarily for its pervasive depiction of systemic racism, including racial slurs, and for tobacco use…
Is there sex or nudity in The Banker?
None. There is a single brief sexual reference in the dialogue, but no on-screen nudity or sexual activity.
How violent is The Banker?
None. There are no on-screen physical altercations, weapons, or gore. The film relies on verbal confrontation.
Is the language in The Banker appropriate for kids?
Moderate. Characters use racial epithets consistent with the 1950s/60s setting. There is also occasional use of stronger profanity, including one instance of the 'f-word' and various uses of religious expletives.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Banker?
Moderate. Smoking is a period-accurate, pervasive element throughout the film, with most characters shown using cigarettes in business and social settings.
What mature themes appear in The Banker?
Strong. The narrative centers on systemic racism, Jim Crow-era housing discrimination, and the intense psychological and legal stress faced by the protagonists as they challenge segregated power structures.
How long is The Banker?
The Banker runs 120 minutes, directed by George Nolfi, released in 2020.
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