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The Ultimate Life (2013) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Despite his best intentions, billionaire Jason Stevens can’t find enough time to keep his beloved Alexia a priority. But when he discovers his late grandfather’s journal, he is transported back to Red Stevens’ incredible world. With everything he loves hanging in the balance, Jason Stevens hopes the past will prepare him well for the future.

Rated PG • 2013 • 1h 45m

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The Ultimate Life follows billionaire Jason Stevens as he struggles to balance his professional responsibilities and his relationship with Alexia, ultimately seeking guidance from his late grandfather Red Stevens' journal. Rated PG for its dramatic themes and brief depictions of war, the film is a faith-based inspirational drama that touches on family conflict and personal sacrifice. Parents should be aware of a fleeting depiction of… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Peter Fonda
Peter Fonda
Bill Cobbs
Bill Cobbs
Ali Hillis
Ali Hillis
Lee Meriwether
Lee Meriwether
Logan Bartholomew
Logan Bartholomew
David Mann
David Mann
Drew Waters
Drew Waters
Abigail Mavity
Abigail Mavity
Brett Rice
Brett Rice
Jack DePew
Jack DePew
Elizabeth Ann Bennett
Elizabeth Ann Bennett
David Carpenter
David Carpenter
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Is The Ultimate Life appropriate for kids?

The Ultimate Life follows billionaire Jason Stevens as he struggles to balance his professional responsibilities and his relationship with Alexia, ultimately seeking guidance from his late grandfather Red Stevens' journal. Rated PG for its dramatic themes and brief depictions of… Read more — free account

Content severity in The Ultimate Life

Sex Mild 2/10
Violence Strong 5/10
Language Mild 2/10
Substances Mild 1/10
Themes Moderate 3/10

What happens in The Ultimate Life, moment by moment

  1. 0:12 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
  2. 0:15 ♥ Sex & Nudity 2/10
  3. 0:42 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
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Sex and nudity in The Ultimate Life

The film features only mild romantic content, including a few brief, chaste kisses between young adult characters and background scenes of couples interacting.

Violence and gore in The Ultimate Life

There is a brief, moderate scene depicting a WWII battle where a character sustains a wound; the aftermath includes visible, non-graphic blood as a fellow soldier provides aid.

Language in The Ultimate Life

Language is very mild, consisting of infrequent, non-aggressive uses of God's name in vain.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Ultimate Life

There are passing, incidental background appearances of alcohol, such as characters holding glasses at social gatherings.

Mature themes in The Ultimate Life

The narrative explores themes of greed, family estrangement, legal conflict over an inheritance, and the challenges of balancing wealth with personal relationships and humanitarian service.

Scary moments in The Ultimate Life

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for The Ultimate Life 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is The Ultimate Life appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests The Ultimate Life is best for ages 8+. It's rated PG. The Ultimate Life follows billionaire Jason Stevens as he struggles to balance his professional responsibilities and his relationship with Alexia, ultimately seeking guidance from his late grandfather Red Stevens'…

What age rating does The Ultimate Life have?

The Ultimate Life is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 8+.

What is The Ultimate Life about?

The Ultimate Life follows billionaire Jason Stevens as he struggles to balance his professional responsibilities and his relationship with Alexia, ultimately seeking guidance from his late grandfather Red Stevens' journal. Rated PG for its dramatic themes and brief depictions of war, the film is a faith-based…

Is there sex or nudity in The Ultimate Life?

The film features only mild romantic content, including a few brief, chaste kisses between young adult characters and background scenes of couples interacting.

How violent is The Ultimate Life?

There is a brief, moderate scene depicting a WWII battle where a character sustains a wound; the aftermath includes visible, non-graphic blood as a fellow soldier provides aid.

Is the language in The Ultimate Life appropriate for kids?

Language is very mild, consisting of infrequent, non-aggressive uses of God's name in vain.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Ultimate Life?

There are passing, incidental background appearances of alcohol, such as characters holding glasses at social gatherings.

What mature themes appear in The Ultimate Life?

The narrative explores themes of greed, family estrangement, legal conflict over an inheritance, and the challenges of balancing wealth with personal relationships and humanitarian service.

How long is The Ultimate Life?

The Ultimate Life runs 105 minutes, directed by Michael Landon Jr., released in 2013.

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