The Match (2025) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
When a legendary Go master loses his title to a one-time friend and protégé, he sets out to reclaim it in a high-stakes battle of wits and skill.
Rated 10 • 2025 • 1h 55m
The Match is a character-driven drama focusing on the intense professional rivalry and complex mentorship between two Go masters, played by Lee Byung-hun and Yoo Ah-in. While the film is largely free of graphic content, parents should be aware of the consistent presence of cigarette smoking throughout the runtime, reflecting the cultural context of the characters' environment. Language is minimal and mild, and there is no significant… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Match appropriate for kids?
The Match is a character-driven drama focusing on the intense professional rivalry and complex mentorship between two Go masters, played by Lee Byung-hun and Yoo Ah-in. While the film is largely free of graphic content, parents should be aware of the consistent presence of… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Match
What happens in The Match, moment by moment
- 0:25 💬 Language 2/10
- 0:40 🍷 Substances 4/10
- 1:02 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
Sex and nudity in The Match
None. There is no on-screen nudity, sexual activity, or suggestive dialogue.
Violence and gore in The Match
None. The film contains no physical altercations or acts of violence.
Language in The Match
Mild. The film features only a few instances of light, non-aggressive profanity throughout the dialogue.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Match
Moderate. Characters are frequently shown smoking cigarettes during intense games of Go and in social settings.
Mature themes in The Match
Mature. The film explores themes of professional obsession, the psychological weight of rivalry, and the changing dynamics of a long-standing mentorship.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Match appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Match is best for ages 12+. It's rated 10. The Match is a character-driven drama focusing on the intense professional rivalry and complex mentorship between two Go masters, played by Lee Byung-hun and Yoo Ah-in. While the film is largely free of graphic content…
What age rating does The Match have?
The Match is officially rated 10. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 12+.
What is The Match about?
The Match is a character-driven drama focusing on the intense professional rivalry and complex mentorship between two Go masters, played by Lee Byung-hun and Yoo Ah-in. While the film is largely free of graphic content, parents should be aware of the consistent presence of cigarette smoking throughout the runtime…
Is there sex or nudity in The Match?
None. There is no on-screen nudity, sexual activity, or suggestive dialogue.
How violent is The Match?
None. The film contains no physical altercations or acts of violence.
Is the language in The Match appropriate for kids?
Mild. The film features only a few instances of light, non-aggressive profanity throughout the dialogue.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Match?
Moderate. Characters are frequently shown smoking cigarettes during intense games of Go and in social settings.
What mature themes appear in The Match?
Mature. The film explores themes of professional obsession, the psychological weight of rivalry, and the changing dynamics of a long-standing mentorship.
How long is The Match?
The Match runs 115 minutes, directed by Kim Hyung-joo, released in 2025.
Where can I read the full The Match parent guide?
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