The Forge (2024) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
19 year old Isaiah Wright lives for basketball and video games. A year out of high school, he has no job, no plans, and no idea how to be a man. At odds with his single mother Cynthia, Isaiah is given an ultimatum – to step up or move out. Feeling the pull from his friends and the push from his mom, Isaiah is hired by Moore Fitness, unaware of how the owner will personally impact his life. With the prayers of his mother and unexpected guidance from his new mentor, Isaiah is forced to deal with his past, sacrifice his selfishness and… Sign up for the full guide
Rated PG • 2024 • 2h 3m
The Forge is a faith-based drama centered on Isaiah, a young man who faces a choice between his aimless life and a path of responsibility mentored by local businessman Joshua Moore. The film focuses on themes of forgiveness, religious conversion, and overcoming past abandonment, making it appropriate for most families interested in Christian-themed storytelling. Parents should be aware of emotional scenes involving a tragic past death… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Forge appropriate for kids?
The Forge is a faith-based drama centered on Isaiah, a young man who faces a choice between his aimless life and a path of responsibility mentored by local businessman Joshua Moore. The film focuses on themes of forgiveness, religious conversion, and overcoming past abandonment… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Forge
What happens in The Forge, moment by moment
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Sex and nudity in The Forge
None. The film contains no sexual activity, nudity, or provocative content. There is one brief, mild interaction where a character flirts in a coffee shop, but it is entirely innocent.
Violence and gore in The Forge
None. The violence is limited to one brief mention of a fatal car accident that occurred in the past, and a verbal confrontation between a father and a suitor. No physical fighting or weapon use is shown on screen.
Language in The Forge
None. The dialogue is clean and free of profanity or offensive terms.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Forge
None. There is a mention of a drunk driver who caused a fatal accident in the past, but no alcohol consumption or drug use is depicted on screen.
Mature themes in The Forge
The film deals with heavy emotional topics, including the death of a child in a drunk driving accident, paternal abandonment, and the struggles of a single mother. Characters discuss the need for deep forgiveness and reconciliation, which may prompt serious conversations for younger viewers.
Scary moments in The Forge
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for The Forge 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 Forge appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Forge is best for ages 10+. It's rated PG. The Forge is a faith-based drama centered on Isaiah, a young man who faces a choice between his aimless life and a path of responsibility mentored by local businessman Joshua Moore. The film focuses on themes of…
What age rating does The Forge have?
The Forge is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is The Forge about?
The Forge is a faith-based drama centered on Isaiah, a young man who faces a choice between his aimless life and a path of responsibility mentored by local businessman Joshua Moore. The film focuses on themes of forgiveness, religious conversion, and overcoming past abandonment, making it appropriate for most families…
Is there sex or nudity in The Forge?
None. The film contains no sexual activity, nudity, or provocative content. There is one brief, mild interaction where a character flirts in a coffee shop, but it is entirely innocent.
How violent is The Forge?
None. The violence is limited to one brief mention of a fatal car accident that occurred in the past, and a verbal confrontation between a father and a suitor. No physical fighting or weapon use is shown on screen.
Is the language in The Forge appropriate for kids?
None. The dialogue is clean and free of profanity or offensive terms.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Forge?
None. There is a mention of a drunk driver who caused a fatal accident in the past, but no alcohol consumption or drug use is depicted on screen.
What mature themes appear in The Forge?
The film deals with heavy emotional topics, including the death of a child in a drunk driving accident, paternal abandonment, and the struggles of a single mother. Characters discuss the need for deep forgiveness and reconciliation, which may prompt serious…
How long is The Forge?
The Forge runs 123 minutes, directed by Alex Kendrick, released in 2024.
Where can I read the full The Forge parent guide?
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