The Christmas Contract (2018) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
It’s Jolie’s first time going back home to Louisiana since her devastating break-up with Foster Burke. Seeing him is inevitable as their parents run the town’s annual Christmas Market together, but when she discovers Foster is bringing home a new girlfriend, Jolie cannot bear the thought of going home alone and seeing them together. Her best friend Naomi suggests that Jolie bring her flaky brother, Jack, home for Christmas as he has no plans this year. Jolie, a professional web designer, is hesitant; so, Naomi, a lawyer, creates a… Sign up for the full guide
Rated NR • 2018 • 1h 28m
In "The Christmas Contract," a woman named Jolie dreads returning to her Louisiana hometown for the holidays and facing her ex-boyfriend. To cope, she enters a fake-dating contract with her friend's brother, Jack. The film is unrated but has content suitable for a TV-PG rating, with minimal concerns for parents. The primary content involves romantic tension, including a few kisses and one brief shirtless scene. With no violence… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Christmas Contract appropriate for kids?
In "The Christmas Contract," a woman named Jolie dreads returning to her Louisiana hometown for the holidays and facing her ex-boyfriend. To cope, she enters a fake-dating contract with her friend's brother, Jack. The film is unrated but has content suitable for a TV-PG rating… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Christmas Contract
What happens in The Christmas Contract, moment by moment
- 0:07 🔥 Mature Themes 2/10
- 0:15 🔥 Mature Themes 1/10
- 0:48 ♥ Sex & Nudity 1/10
Sex and nudity in The Christmas Contract
Contains very mild romantic content. The two main characters share a few kisses, which are not sensual or prolonged. In one brief scene, a male character is seen bare-chested while changing his shirt. The central premise involves a fake relationship, leading to romantic tension and innuendo-free flirting.
Violence and gore in The Christmas Contract
None. The film contains no violence, threats, or aggressive behavior.
Language in The Christmas Contract
None. There is no profanity in the film.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Christmas Contract
None. Characters are not depicted drinking alcohol, smoking, or using any drugs.
Mature themes in The Christmas Contract
Themes are very light, focusing on the emotional awkwardness of dealing with a past breakup, the pressures of returning home for the holidays, and the development of a new romance through a deceptive but well-intentioned agreement. These topics are handled in a gentle, comedic manner without any intense emotional distress.
Scary moments in The Christmas Contract
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for The Christmas Contract yet. Because this title is recommended for younger kids, sign up to get community-flagged jump scares, tense scenes, and startling imagery as parents submit them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Christmas Contract appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Christmas Contract is best for ages 8+. It's rated NR. In "The Christmas Contract," a woman named Jolie dreads returning to her Louisiana hometown for the holidays and facing her ex-boyfriend. To cope, she enters a fake-dating contract with her friend's brother, Jack. The…
What age rating does The Christmas Contract have?
The Christmas Contract is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 8+.
What is The Christmas Contract about?
In "The Christmas Contract," a woman named Jolie dreads returning to her Louisiana hometown for the holidays and facing her ex-boyfriend. To cope, she enters a fake-dating contract with her friend's brother, Jack. The film is unrated but has content suitable for a TV-PG rating, with minimal concerns for parents. The…
Is there sex or nudity in The Christmas Contract?
Contains very mild romantic content. The two main characters share a few kisses, which are not sensual or prolonged. In one brief scene, a male character is seen bare-chested while changing his shirt. The central premise involves a fake relationship, leading…
How violent is The Christmas Contract?
None. The film contains no violence, threats, or aggressive behavior.
Is the language in The Christmas Contract appropriate for kids?
None. There is no profanity in the film.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Christmas Contract?
None. Characters are not depicted drinking alcohol, smoking, or using any drugs.
What mature themes appear in The Christmas Contract?
Themes are very light, focusing on the emotional awkwardness of dealing with a past breakup, the pressures of returning home for the holidays, and the development of a new romance through a deceptive but well-intentioned agreement. These topics are handled in…
How long is The Christmas Contract?
The Christmas Contract runs 88 minutes, directed by Monika Mitchell, released in 2018.
Where can I read the full The Christmas Contract parent guide?
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