The New Guy (2002) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Nerdy high school senior Dizzy Harrison has finally gotten lucky -- after purposely getting expelled, he takes lessons in 'badass cool' from a convict and enrolls at a new school. But can he keep up the ruse?
Rated PG-13 • 2002 • 1h 28m
The New Guy is a PG-13 teen comedy centered on Dizzy, a high school loser who reinvents himself as the cool 'Gil' at a new school. The film earned its rating primarily for consistent crude humor and sexual content, including a key scene where a character suffers an off-screen but discussed genital injury, bullying involving humiliation, and suggestive dialogue. Parents should also be aware of slapstick violence, scenes of underage… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The New Guy appropriate for kids?
The New Guy is a PG-13 teen comedy centered on Dizzy, a high school loser who reinvents himself as the cool 'Gil' at a new school. The film earned its rating primarily for consistent crude humor and sexual content, including a key scene where a character suffers an off-screen… Read more — free account
Content severity in The New Guy
What happens in The New Guy, moment by moment
- 0:06 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
- 0:08 ♥ Sex & Nudity 7/10
- 0:12 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
Sex and nudity in The New Guy
This category is the main reason for the PG-13 rating. The plot is set in motion when protagonist Dizzy suffers a painful, off-camera genital injury (a "penile fracture") after getting an erection, which is discussed with crude humor. Another scene of bullying involves Dizzy being tied up and forced to wear fake breasts. There is a montage of a female character in various bikinis, some kissing between teenagers, and general innuendo typical of the teen comedy genre.
Violence and gore in The New Guy
Violence is frequent but entirely comical and slapstick in nature. Scenes include bullying where Dizzy is tied up, football-related tackling, and brawls where characters are punched or kicked in the groin with no lasting injury. One character is headbutted, resulting in a brief bloody nose. An accidental injury involves a flaming marshmallow hitting a character's eye, which is played for laughs.
Language in The New Guy
Language is relatively mild for a PG-13 film. There are uses of words like 'ass' and 'bitch,' but profanity is not pervasive.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The New Guy
Teenagers are shown drinking beer from bottles and red cups during a high school house party scene. This is presented as a typical party activity and is not a central focus of the plot.
Mature themes in The New Guy
The central themes involve bullying, the intense social pressures of high school, and the consequences of lying about one's identity. Dizzy's entire transformation is a reaction to severe bullying and a desire to fit in. The film explores how popularity changes a person, sometimes for the worse, and ultimately resolves with a message about being true to oneself.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The New Guy appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The New Guy is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. The New Guy is a PG-13 teen comedy centered on Dizzy, a high school loser who reinvents himself as the cool 'Gil' at a new school. The film earned its rating primarily for consistent crude humor and sexual content…
What age rating does The New Guy have?
The New Guy is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is The New Guy about?
The New Guy is a PG-13 teen comedy centered on Dizzy, a high school loser who reinvents himself as the cool 'Gil' at a new school. The film earned its rating primarily for consistent crude humor and sexual content, including a key scene where a character suffers an off-screen but discussed genital injury, bullying…
Is there sex or nudity in The New Guy?
This category is the main reason for the PG-13 rating. The plot is set in motion when protagonist Dizzy suffers a painful, off-camera genital injury (a "penile fracture") after getting an erection, which is discussed with crude humor. Another scene of…
How violent is The New Guy?
Violence is frequent but entirely comical and slapstick in nature. Scenes include bullying where Dizzy is tied up, football-related tackling, and brawls where characters are punched or kicked in the groin with no lasting injury. One character is headbutted…
Is the language in The New Guy appropriate for kids?
Language is relatively mild for a PG-13 film. There are uses of words like 'ass' and 'bitch,' but profanity is not pervasive.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The New Guy?
Teenagers are shown drinking beer from bottles and red cups during a high school house party scene. This is presented as a typical party activity and is not a central focus of the plot.
What mature themes appear in The New Guy?
The central themes involve bullying, the intense social pressures of high school, and the consequences of lying about one's identity. Dizzy's entire transformation is a reaction to severe bullying and a desire to fit in. The film explores how popularity…
How long is The New Guy?
The New Guy runs 88 minutes, directed by Ed Decter, released in 2002.
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