The Longest Ride (2015) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
The lives of a young couple intertwine with a much older man as he reflects back on a lost love while he's trapped in an automobile crash.
Rated PG-13 • 2015 • 2h 8m
The Longest Ride, a romantic drama starring Scott Eastwood and Britt Robertson, earns its PG-13 rating primarily for scenes of intimacy and moderate physical peril. The plot follows two parallel love stories: one between a bull rider and an art student, and another spanning decades between an elderly man and his late wife. Parents should be aware of a sexual encounter in a shower, partial nudity, and several instances of realistic… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Longest Ride appropriate for kids?
The Longest Ride, a romantic drama starring Scott Eastwood and Britt Robertson, earns its PG-13 rating primarily for scenes of intimacy and moderate physical peril. The plot follows two parallel love stories: one between a bull rider and an art student, and another spanning… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Longest Ride
What happens in The Longest Ride, moment by moment
- 0:08 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
- 0:15 ⚔ Violence & Gore 4/10
- 0:22 ♥ Sex & Nudity 3/10
Sex and nudity in The Longest Ride
The film features moderate sexual content, including a scene of a couple having sex in a shower with partial nudity visible. Other moments involve passionate kissing and a comedic scene where a woman briefly pulls down another's top to reveal cleavage.
Violence and gore in The Longest Ride
Violence is mild to moderate, focused on realistic consequences of accidents. Scenes include a severe car crash with visible blood, a soldier being shot during a war flashback, and bull riding falls resulting in facial lacerations.
Language in The Longest Ride
Mild profanity is present throughout the film, including uses of 'Jesus,' 'GD,' and a few instances of the 's-word' used in casual conversation.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Longest Ride
No substance use is present in the film.
Mature themes in The Longest Ride
Mature themes include infertility, the grief of losing a spouse, and the physical danger associated with professional sports. The narrative reflects heavily on past trauma and life-altering decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Longest Ride appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Longest Ride is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. The Longest Ride, a romantic drama starring Scott Eastwood and Britt Robertson, earns its PG-13 rating primarily for scenes of intimacy and moderate physical peril. The plot follows two parallel love stories: one…
What age rating does The Longest Ride have?
The Longest Ride is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is The Longest Ride about?
The Longest Ride, a romantic drama starring Scott Eastwood and Britt Robertson, earns its PG-13 rating primarily for scenes of intimacy and moderate physical peril. The plot follows two parallel love stories: one between a bull rider and an art student, and another spanning decades between an elderly man and his late…
Is there sex or nudity in The Longest Ride?
The film features moderate sexual content, including a scene of a couple having sex in a shower with partial nudity visible. Other moments involve passionate kissing and a comedic scene where a woman briefly pulls down another's top to reveal cleavage.
How violent is The Longest Ride?
Violence is mild to moderate, focused on realistic consequences of accidents. Scenes include a severe car crash with visible blood, a soldier being shot during a war flashback, and bull riding falls resulting in facial lacerations.
Is the language in The Longest Ride appropriate for kids?
Mild profanity is present throughout the film, including uses of 'Jesus,' 'GD,' and a few instances of the 's-word' used in casual conversation.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Longest Ride?
No substance use is present in the film.
What mature themes appear in The Longest Ride?
Mature themes include infertility, the grief of losing a spouse, and the physical danger associated with professional sports. The narrative reflects heavily on past trauma and life-altering decisions.
How long is The Longest Ride?
The Longest Ride runs 128 minutes, directed by George Tillman Jr., released in 2015.
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