The Choice (2016) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests The Choice is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. The Choice is a romantic drama following the evolving relationship between neighbors Travis and Gabby in a small coastal town. The PG-13 rating reflects mature romantic themes, a non-graphic car accident resulting in a…

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

The Choice is a romantic drama following the evolving relationship between neighbors Travis and Gabby in a small coastal town. The PG-13 rating reflects mature romantic themes, a non-graphic car accident resulting in a coma, and moderate sexual content. Parents should be aware of infidelity plot points and a difficult…

The film contains moderate sexual content including brief glimpses of characters in bed together and kissing. There is no graphic nudity, though some scenes imply sexual intimacy. Characters occasionally wear revealing clothing such as bikinis or dresses.

Violence is very limited, consisting mostly of a brief physical altercation where one man punches another. A car accident occurs off-screen, with the aftermath shown in a medical setting.

Language is mild, with a small handful of moderate profanities used throughout the film. Terms like 'damn,' 'ass,' and 'shit' appear, but there is no pervasive or harsh swearing.

Social drinking is depicted in several scenes, including characters having drinks at a barbecue or a bar. There is one scene where a character appears intoxicated.

Mature themes center on adult relationship dynamics, infidelity, and the heavy emotional weight of medical decisions. The plot deals with long-term coma, guilt, and the finality of end-of-life care.

The Choice runs 111 minutes, directed by Ross Katz, released in 2016.

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