The Intern (2015) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
70-year-old widower Ben Whittaker has discovered that retirement isn't all it's cracked up to be. Seizing an opportunity to get back in the game, he becomes a senior intern at an online fashion site, founded and run by Jules Ostin.
Rated PG-13 • 2015 • 2h 1m
In The Intern, 70-year-old widower Ben Whittaker seeks purpose by becoming a senior intern at a fast-paced Brooklyn e-commerce startup led by Jules Ostin. The film explores workplace dynamics, aging, and the personal struggles of a high-achieving CEO, including marital strain and infidelity. It is rated PG-13 for mature themes involving an extramarital affair, some suggestive scenarios, and occasional instances of drinking. While… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Intern appropriate for kids?
In The Intern, 70-year-old widower Ben Whittaker seeks purpose by becoming a senior intern at a fast-paced Brooklyn e-commerce startup led by Jules Ostin. The film explores workplace dynamics, aging, and the personal struggles of a high-achieving CEO, including marital strain… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Intern
What happens in The Intern, moment by moment
- 0:25 🍷 Substances 3/10
- 0:30 🔥 Mature Themes 2/10
- 0:45 ♥ Sex & Nudity 4/10
Sex and nudity in The Intern
The film contains moderate sexual content, including a scene where a massage is misinterpreted as a sexual act, and another where a man experiences a physical arousal that is covered by coworkers. A major plot thread involves an extramarital affair.
Violence and gore in The Intern
None. There is no physical combat or gore in this film.
Language in The Intern
Language is mild, featuring one instance of a strong expletive during a comedic sequence.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Intern
There is moderate focus on alcohol consumption. One character is seen drunk and vomiting, and another is prevented from driving while intoxicated.
Mature themes in The Intern
Mature themes include the death of a spouse, the breakdown of a marriage due to infidelity, and significant professional pressure on the protagonist, Jules.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Intern appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Intern is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. In The Intern, 70-year-old widower Ben Whittaker seeks purpose by becoming a senior intern at a fast-paced Brooklyn e-commerce startup led by Jules Ostin. The film explores workplace dynamics, aging, and the personal…
What age rating does The Intern have?
The Intern is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is The Intern about?
In The Intern, 70-year-old widower Ben Whittaker seeks purpose by becoming a senior intern at a fast-paced Brooklyn e-commerce startup led by Jules Ostin. The film explores workplace dynamics, aging, and the personal struggles of a high-achieving CEO, including marital strain and infidelity. It is rated PG-13 for…
Is there sex or nudity in The Intern?
The film contains moderate sexual content, including a scene where a massage is misinterpreted as a sexual act, and another where a man experiences a physical arousal that is covered by coworkers. A major plot thread involves an extramarital affair.
How violent is The Intern?
None. There is no physical combat or gore in this film.
Is the language in The Intern appropriate for kids?
Language is mild, featuring one instance of a strong expletive during a comedic sequence.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Intern?
There is moderate focus on alcohol consumption. One character is seen drunk and vomiting, and another is prevented from driving while intoxicated.
What mature themes appear in The Intern?
Mature themes include the death of a spouse, the breakdown of a marriage due to infidelity, and significant professional pressure on the protagonist, Jules.
How long is The Intern?
The Intern runs 121 minutes, directed by Nancy Meyers, released in 2015.
Where can I read the full The Intern parent guide?
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