The Scout (1994) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
When his star recruit botches a Major League Baseball debut, humiliated talent scout Al Percolo gets banished to rural Mexico, where he finds a potential gold mine in the arm of young phenom Steve Nebraska. Soon, the New York Yankees put a $55 million contract on the table—provided a psychiatrist can affirm Nebraska's mental stability.
Rated PG-13 • 1994 • 1h 41m
The Scout is a 1994 sports comedy-drama rated PG-13 primarily for a single use of strong language. However, the film's central and most significant content concern for parents is its handling of mature themes. The story follows Al Percolo, a baseball scout who discovers a phenom named Steve Nebraska, a young man suffering from severe emotional distress due to repressed memories of childhood abuse. While violence is minimal and sexual… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Scout appropriate for kids?
The Scout is a 1994 sports comedy-drama rated PG-13 primarily for a single use of strong language. However, the film's central and most significant content concern for parents is its handling of mature themes. The story follows Al Percolo, a baseball scout who discovers a phenom… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Scout
What happens in The Scout, moment by moment
- 0:08 💬 Language 3/10
- 0:16 🍷 Substances 2/10
- 0:24 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
Sex and nudity in The Scout
Sexual content is very light. In one brief, comedic scene, Al gives his childlike protégé Steve a "father-son" talk about the dangers of sex and the importance of using protection. There is no nudity or sexual activity.
Violence and gore in The Scout
Violence is infrequent and generally mild, stemming from a character's emotional outbursts. In one scene after a tryout, Steve shoves and wrestles with aggressive press photographers. In another, he throws plates in the direction of reporters gathered outside his apartment. These moments are brief and not graphically depicted.
Language in The Scout
Language is moderate and is the reason for the PG-13 rating. The film contains one use of the "f-word" during a moment of high stress. Other profanity includes a few uses of "s--t," "bastard," "damn," "hell," and "son of a bitch."
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Scout
Substance use is minimal and incidental. Characters are occasionally seen drinking beer or champagne in social settings, such as at a bar in Mexico or during a celebration. There is no depiction of drunkenness or substance abuse.
Mature themes in The Scout
Thematic content is strong and is the most significant element for parents. The entire plot revolves around Steve's fragile mental state resulting from repressed, severe childhood abuse. This is depicted through his childlike demeanor, nightmares where he thrashes and screams, sudden panic attacks, and emotional breakdowns. A climactic scene involves him on a stadium roof in a state of extreme distress, which could be interpreted as implying suicidal ideation, making it very intense.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Scout appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Scout is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. The Scout is a 1994 sports comedy-drama rated PG-13 primarily for a single use of strong language. However, the film's central and most significant content concern for parents is its handling of mature themes. The story…
What age rating does The Scout have?
The Scout is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is The Scout about?
The Scout is a 1994 sports comedy-drama rated PG-13 primarily for a single use of strong language. However, the film's central and most significant content concern for parents is its handling of mature themes. The story follows Al Percolo, a baseball scout who discovers a phenom named Steve Nebraska, a young man…
Is there sex or nudity in The Scout?
Sexual content is very light. In one brief, comedic scene, Al gives his childlike protégé Steve a "father-son" talk about the dangers of sex and the importance of using protection. There is no nudity or sexual activity.
How violent is The Scout?
Violence is infrequent and generally mild, stemming from a character's emotional outbursts. In one scene after a tryout, Steve shoves and wrestles with aggressive press photographers. In another, he throws plates in the direction of reporters gathered outside…
Is the language in The Scout appropriate for kids?
Language is moderate and is the reason for the PG-13 rating. The film contains one use of the "f-word" during a moment of high stress. Other profanity includes a few uses of "s--t," "bastard," "damn," "hell," and "son of a bitch."
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Scout?
Substance use is minimal and incidental. Characters are occasionally seen drinking beer or champagne in social settings, such as at a bar in Mexico or during a celebration. There is no depiction of drunkenness or substance abuse.
What mature themes appear in The Scout?
Thematic content is strong and is the most significant element for parents. The entire plot revolves around Steve's fragile mental state resulting from repressed, severe childhood abuse. This is depicted through his childlike demeanor, nightmares where he…
How long is The Scout?
The Scout runs 101 minutes, directed by Michael Ritchie, released in 1994.
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