The Rocker (2008) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
In the 1980s, a drummer is abandoned by his band just before they become rock superstars. Twenty years later, the drummer sees his second chance at stardom arise when he is asked to perform with his teenage nephew's high school rock band.
Rated PG-13 • 2008 • 1h 42m
The Rocker earns its PG-13 rating for a prominent scene of non-sexual nudity, language including one use of the F-word, and substance references. The film follows Robert "Fish" Fishman, a drummer who gets a second chance at fame when he joins his teenage nephew's band, A.D.D. The most notable content involves a key comedic sequence where a character drums while nude, showing his bare buttocks for a prolonged period. The dialogue… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Rocker appropriate for kids?
The Rocker earns its PG-13 rating for a prominent scene of non-sexual nudity, language including one use of the F-word, and substance references. The film follows Robert "Fish" Fishman, a drummer who gets a second chance at fame when he joins his teenage nephew's band, A.D.D… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Rocker
What happens in The Rocker, moment by moment
- 0:04 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
- 0:12 💬 Language 4/10
- 0:18 🍷 Substances 5/10
Sex and nudity in The Rocker
A central comedic plot point involves a character drumming while nude, with prolonged views of his bare buttocks shown online in a viral video. There are some sexual references and innuendo, mostly from a sleazy record executive, including slang terms for sex like "scoring" and "getting tail." A character also mentions not wanting to share his password for porn sites. Two couples kiss at the end of the film.
Violence and gore in The Rocker
Violence is mild and played for slapstick comedy. In a clichéd rockstar moment, a character singlehandedly trashes a hotel room, throwing furniture around but not hurting anyone. Another scene involves minor comedic chaos when an aggressive drum solo ruins a high school prom. There is no gore or serious fighting.
Language in The Rocker
The film contains one use of the F-word in the line "kick F-in' ass." Other profanity is moderate, including several uses of "shit," "ass," "bitch," and "dick." The term "penis" is also used. A use of "Jesus Christ" as an exclamation is also present.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Rocker
There are some references to drugs and alcohol. The plot is kickstarted when a high school drummer is suspended for bringing "hash-brownies" to school. Adults are frequently shown drinking beer and other alcoholic beverages in bars, on a tour bus, and in social settings. The main character sometimes acts intoxicated.
Mature themes in The Rocker
The primary themes involve getting a second chance, pursuing one's dreams, and bridging generational gaps. The film also explores the long-term emotional impact of betrayal and resentment, as the main character must come to terms with being unfairly fired decades earlier. It lightly satirizes the clichés of the rock-and-roll lifestyle, including vanity, excess, and the fleeting nature of fame.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Rocker appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Rocker is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. The Rocker earns its PG-13 rating for a prominent scene of non-sexual nudity, language including one use of the F-word, and substance references. The film follows Robert "Fish" Fishman, a drummer who gets a second…
What age rating does The Rocker have?
The Rocker is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is The Rocker about?
The Rocker earns its PG-13 rating for a prominent scene of non-sexual nudity, language including one use of the F-word, and substance references. The film follows Robert "Fish" Fishman, a drummer who gets a second chance at fame when he joins his teenage nephew's band, A.D.D. The most notable content involves a key…
Is there sex or nudity in The Rocker?
A central comedic plot point involves a character drumming while nude, with prolonged views of his bare buttocks shown online in a viral video. There are some sexual references and innuendo, mostly from a sleazy record executive, including slang terms for sex…
How violent is The Rocker?
Violence is mild and played for slapstick comedy. In a clichéd rockstar moment, a character singlehandedly trashes a hotel room, throwing furniture around but not hurting anyone. Another scene involves minor comedic chaos when an aggressive drum solo ruins a…
Is the language in The Rocker appropriate for kids?
The film contains one use of the F-word in the line "kick F-in' ass." Other profanity is moderate, including several uses of "shit," "ass," "bitch," and "dick." The term "penis" is also used. A use of "Jesus Christ" as an exclamation is also present.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Rocker?
There are some references to drugs and alcohol. The plot is kickstarted when a high school drummer is suspended for bringing "hash-brownies" to school. Adults are frequently shown drinking beer and other alcoholic beverages in bars, on a tour bus, and in…
What mature themes appear in The Rocker?
The primary themes involve getting a second chance, pursuing one's dreams, and bridging generational gaps. The film also explores the long-term emotional impact of betrayal and resentment, as the main character must come to terms with being unfairly fired…
How long is The Rocker?
The Rocker runs 102 minutes, directed by Peter Cattaneo, released in 2008.
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