The Sleepover (2020) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Two siblings who discover their seemingly normal mom is a former thief in witness protection. Mom is forced to pull one last job, and the kids team up to rescue her over the course of an action-packed night.
Rated PG-13 • 2020 • 1h 41m
The Sleepover is a family-oriented action-comedy about two siblings who discover their seemingly ordinary mother, Margot, was once a high-stakes thief in witness protection. When she is kidnapped, the children embark on a frantic scavenger-hunt-style adventure to rescue her before the night ends. The film is rated PG-13 for standard action-comedy sequences, occasional mild profanity, and thematic elements involving criminal pasts. It… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Sleepover appropriate for kids?
The Sleepover is a family-oriented action-comedy about two siblings who discover their seemingly ordinary mother, Margot, was once a high-stakes thief in witness protection. When she is kidnapped, the children embark on a frantic scavenger-hunt-style adventure to rescue her… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Sleepover
What happens in The Sleepover, moment by moment
- 0:15 ⚔ Violence & Gore 2/10
- 0:22 💬 Language 2/10
- 0:35 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
Sex and nudity in The Sleepover
Very light. There is a single moment where a woman is kissed by a man who is not her husband, and a young boy makes an immature, fleeting comment about feeling someone's chest on his back. A woman is seen changing clothes behind a cover, but no nudity is depicted.
Violence and gore in The Sleepover
Moderate action-adventure violence. There is a slow-motion fight sequence featuring punches, kicks, and the use of chairs, as well as a scene where a character is thrown into a table and struck by a falling chandelier. Slapstick elements include a character vomiting on another person's dress.
Language in The Sleepover
Mild. The dialogue includes roughly 25 uses of 'Oh my God' and occasional instances of mild name-calling or toilet humor. There are also a few uses of the Lord's name being taken in vain.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Sleepover
None. While there is a scene at a high school party where underage drinking is implied with students holding cups, no direct substance use is explicitly shown on-screen.
Mature themes in The Sleepover
The core themes revolve around family secrets, the complexities of witness protection, and the process of children coming to terms with their parents' past lives. These mature elements are handled in a light, comedic fashion suitable for a PG-13 audience.
Scary moments in The Sleepover
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for The Sleepover yet. Because this title is recommended for younger kids, sign up to get community-flagged jump scares, tense scenes, and startling imagery as parents submit them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Sleepover appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Sleepover is best for ages 10+. It's rated PG-13. The Sleepover is a family-oriented action-comedy about two siblings who discover their seemingly ordinary mother, Margot, was once a high-stakes thief in witness protection. When she is kidnapped, the children embark on…
What age rating does The Sleepover have?
The Sleepover is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is The Sleepover about?
The Sleepover is a family-oriented action-comedy about two siblings who discover their seemingly ordinary mother, Margot, was once a high-stakes thief in witness protection. When she is kidnapped, the children embark on a frantic scavenger-hunt-style adventure to rescue her before the night ends. The film is rated…
Is there sex or nudity in The Sleepover?
Very light. There is a single moment where a woman is kissed by a man who is not her husband, and a young boy makes an immature, fleeting comment about feeling someone's chest on his back. A woman is seen changing clothes behind a cover, but no nudity is…
How violent is The Sleepover?
Moderate action-adventure violence. There is a slow-motion fight sequence featuring punches, kicks, and the use of chairs, as well as a scene where a character is thrown into a table and struck by a falling chandelier. Slapstick elements include a character…
Is the language in The Sleepover appropriate for kids?
Mild. The dialogue includes roughly 25 uses of 'Oh my God' and occasional instances of mild name-calling or toilet humor. There are also a few uses of the Lord's name being taken in vain.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Sleepover?
None. While there is a scene at a high school party where underage drinking is implied with students holding cups, no direct substance use is explicitly shown on-screen.
What mature themes appear in The Sleepover?
The core themes revolve around family secrets, the complexities of witness protection, and the process of children coming to terms with their parents' past lives. These mature elements are handled in a light, comedic fashion suitable for a PG-13 audience.
How long is The Sleepover?
The Sleepover runs 101 minutes, directed by Trish Sie, released in 2020.
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