
To All the Boys I've Loved Before (2018) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Lara Jean's love life goes from imaginary to out of control when her secret letters to every boy she's ever fallen for are mysteriously mailed out.
Rated PG-13 • 2018 • 1h 40m
To All the Boys I've Loved Before follows high schooler Lara Jean Covey as her secret stash of romantic letters is accidentally mailed, forcing her into a fake relationship with popular student Peter Kavinsky. The film is rated PG-13 primarily for brief teen sexual references, light profanity, and the intense emotional stakes typical of high school social dynamics. Parents should be aware of persistent dialogue regarding a rumored sex… Sign up for the full guide
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Is To All the Boys I've Loved Before appropriate for kids?
To All the Boys I've Loved Before follows high schooler Lara Jean Covey as her secret stash of romantic letters is accidentally mailed, forcing her into a fake relationship with popular student Peter Kavinsky. The film is rated PG-13 primarily for brief teen sexual references… Read more — free account
Content severity in To All the Boys I've Loved Before
What happens in To All the Boys I've Loved Before, moment by moment
- 0:15 ⚔ Violence & Gore 2/10
- 0:35 ♥ Sex & Nudity 3/10
- 1:08 ♥ Sex & Nudity 3/10
Sex and nudity in To All the Boys I've Loved Before
The film features light romantic content including several kissing scenes and discussions about dating. A central plot point revolves around a rumored, though non-existent, sex tape filmed in a hot tub, leading to persistent mentions of 'sex tapes' and general innuendo. One brief scene shows a father offering his daughter condoms.
Violence and gore in To All the Boys I've Loved Before
Violence is nearly absent, restricted to a single moment where a character climbs out of a bedroom window, loses her footing, and lands on the ground. She is uninjured but briefly complains of being sore.
Language in To All the Boys I've Loved Before
Language is mild throughout. Characters occasionally use terms like 'dick,' 'shit,' and 'ass,' alongside milder exclamations such as 'hell.'
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in To All the Boys I've Loved Before
None. While there are party settings, characters are shown drinking non-alcoholic beverages.
Mature themes in To All the Boys I've Loved Before
The film explores themes of loss and grief related to Lara Jean's mother, as well as the complexities of high school social politics, betrayal, and reputation management. The pressure caused by the accidental release of private letters and the subsequent cyber-bullying surrounding a fake rumor creates significant emotional tension.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is To All the Boys I've Loved Before appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests To All the Boys I've Loved Before is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. To All the Boys I've Loved Before follows high schooler Lara Jean Covey as her secret stash of romantic letters is accidentally mailed, forcing her into a fake relationship with popular student Peter Kavinsky. The film…
What age rating does To All the Boys I've Loved Before have?
To All the Boys I've Loved Before is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is To All the Boys I've Loved Before about?
To All the Boys I've Loved Before follows high schooler Lara Jean Covey as her secret stash of romantic letters is accidentally mailed, forcing her into a fake relationship with popular student Peter Kavinsky. The film is rated PG-13 primarily for brief teen sexual references, light profanity, and the intense…
Is there sex or nudity in To All the Boys I've Loved Before?
The film features light romantic content including several kissing scenes and discussions about dating. A central plot point revolves around a rumored, though non-existent, sex tape filmed in a hot tub, leading to persistent mentions of 'sex tapes' and…
How violent is To All the Boys I've Loved Before?
Violence is nearly absent, restricted to a single moment where a character climbs out of a bedroom window, loses her footing, and lands on the ground. She is uninjured but briefly complains of being sore.
Is the language in To All the Boys I've Loved Before appropriate for kids?
Language is mild throughout. Characters occasionally use terms like 'dick,' 'shit,' and 'ass,' alongside milder exclamations such as 'hell.'
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in To All the Boys I've Loved Before?
None. While there are party settings, characters are shown drinking non-alcoholic beverages.
What mature themes appear in To All the Boys I've Loved Before?
The film explores themes of loss and grief related to Lara Jean's mother, as well as the complexities of high school social politics, betrayal, and reputation management. The pressure caused by the accidental release of private letters and the subsequent…
How long is To All the Boys I've Loved Before?
To All the Boys I've Loved Before runs 100 minutes, directed by Susan Johnson, released in 2018.
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