The Fault in Our Stars (2014) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Despite the tumor-shrinking medical miracle that has bought her a few years, Hazel has never been anything but terminal, her final chapter inscribed upon diagnosis. But when a patient named Augustus Waters suddenly appears at Cancer Kid Support Group, Hazel's story is about to be completely rewritten.
Rated PG-13 • 2014 • 2h 6m
The Fault in Our Stars is a poignant teen drama following Hazel Grace, a girl living with terminal cancer, as she falls for Augustus Waters, an amputee in remission. The film is rated PG-13 for its heavy thematic focus on terminal illness, disability, and death, which can be emotionally overwhelming for sensitive viewers. Parents should be aware of a brief sex scene, moderate use of profanity, and scenes depicting physical decline and… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Fault in Our Stars appropriate for kids?
The Fault in Our Stars is a poignant teen drama following Hazel Grace, a girl living with terminal cancer, as she falls for Augustus Waters, an amputee in remission. The film is rated PG-13 for its heavy thematic focus on terminal illness, disability, and death, which can be… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Fault in Our Stars
What happens in The Fault in Our Stars, moment by moment
- 0:10 ⚔ Violence & Gore 2/10
- 0:15 ♥ Sex & Nudity 3/10
- 0:35 🍷 Substances 2/10
Sex and nudity in The Fault in Our Stars
The film contains a few romantic scenes involving kissing and intimacy. One scene shows a teen couple passionately kissing and touching. There is a discrete, non-explicit intimate scene between the leads where the male is seen shirtless and the female is shown removing her bra, with sexual activity implied.
Violence and gore in The Fault in Our Stars
Violence is mild and incidental. Characters are seen struggling with the physical realities of cancer and prosthetics. There is a scene where a teen breaks trophies in a fit of rage, and a brief moment where teens egg a car. Documentary footage in a museum shows historical imagery of human remains in wagons.
Language in The Fault in Our Stars
Language includes several uses of 'hell' and 'shit,' as well as a single use of the 'f-word.' A character is also called 'douche pants' in a derogatory fashion.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Fault in Our Stars
The film features characters consuming champagne and a main character who frequently carries unlit cigarettes as a personal metaphor. Another character is portrayed as an alcoholic who is seen drunk multiple times.
Mature themes in The Fault in Our Stars
The core of the film deals with terminal illness, bereavement, and the death of young people. These subjects are handled with gravity and are intended to be emotionally heavy. It includes discussions of suicide-like hopelessness and the experience of seeing a loved one's health deteriorate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Fault in Our Stars appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Fault in Our Stars is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. The Fault in Our Stars is a poignant teen drama following Hazel Grace, a girl living with terminal cancer, as she falls for Augustus Waters, an amputee in remission. The film is rated PG-13 for its heavy thematic focus…
What age rating does The Fault in Our Stars have?
The Fault in Our Stars is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is The Fault in Our Stars about?
The Fault in Our Stars is a poignant teen drama following Hazel Grace, a girl living with terminal cancer, as she falls for Augustus Waters, an amputee in remission. The film is rated PG-13 for its heavy thematic focus on terminal illness, disability, and death, which can be emotionally overwhelming for sensitive…
Is there sex or nudity in The Fault in Our Stars?
The film contains a few romantic scenes involving kissing and intimacy. One scene shows a teen couple passionately kissing and touching. There is a discrete, non-explicit intimate scene between the leads where the male is seen shirtless and the female is…
How violent is The Fault in Our Stars?
Violence is mild and incidental. Characters are seen struggling with the physical realities of cancer and prosthetics. There is a scene where a teen breaks trophies in a fit of rage, and a brief moment where teens egg a car. Documentary footage in a museum…
Is the language in The Fault in Our Stars appropriate for kids?
Language includes several uses of 'hell' and 'shit,' as well as a single use of the 'f-word.' A character is also called 'douche pants' in a derogatory fashion.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Fault in Our Stars?
The film features characters consuming champagne and a main character who frequently carries unlit cigarettes as a personal metaphor. Another character is portrayed as an alcoholic who is seen drunk multiple times.
What mature themes appear in The Fault in Our Stars?
The core of the film deals with terminal illness, bereavement, and the death of young people. These subjects are handled with gravity and are intended to be emotionally heavy. It includes discussions of suicide-like hopelessness and the experience of seeing a…
How long is The Fault in Our Stars?
The Fault in Our Stars runs 126 minutes, directed by Josh Boone, released in 2014.
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