True Grit (2010) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Following the murder of her father by a hired hand, a 14-year-old farm girl sets out to capture the killer. To aid her, she hires the toughest U.S. Marshal she can find—a man with 'true grit'—Reuben J. 'Rooster' Cogburn.
Rated PG-13 • 2010 • 1h 50m
True Grit (2010) is a gritty Western centered on 14-year-old Mattie Ross, who hires a hardened U.S. Marshal to pursue her father's murderer. The film is rated PG-13 for its intense depictions of violence, including gunfights, hangings, and bloody injuries. Parents should be aware of mature themes regarding death and lawless frontier justice, alongside occasional instances of substance use and coarse language. It is suited for older… Sign up for the full guide
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Is True Grit appropriate for kids?
True Grit (2010) is a gritty Western centered on 14-year-old Mattie Ross, who hires a hardened U.S. Marshal to pursue her father's murderer. The film is rated PG-13 for its intense depictions of violence, including gunfights, hangings, and bloody injuries. Parents should be… Read more — free account
Content severity in True Grit
What happens in True Grit, moment by moment
- 0:15 ⚔ Violence & Gore 6/10
- 0:28 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
- 0:35 💬 Language 3/10
Sex and nudity in True Grit
Content is limited to one brief, non-explicit verbal comment where a man suggests he considered kissing a sleeping teenage girl, which is framed as unsettling rather than romantic.
Violence and gore in True Grit
Violence is frequent and impactful, featuring bloody gunfights, a scene where a man's fingers are cut off, and a sequence where a character is bitten by a venomous snake. Characters are shown being hanged, and there are realistic portrayals of gunshot wounds with blood splatter.
Language in True Grit
Coarse language is used sparingly, primarily consisting of insults like 'bitch' and 'bastard' used in moments of conflict.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in True Grit
There is recurring alcohol consumption, particularly by the protagonist Rooster Cogburn. Tobacco and the use of opium are also depicted as part of the period setting.
Mature themes in True Grit
The film deals with heavy, mature subjects including the murder of a parent, the cycle of revenge, the consequences of lawlessness, and the grim reality of life and death on the frontier.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is True Grit appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests True Grit is best for ages 14+. It's rated PG-13. True Grit (2010) is a gritty Western centered on 14-year-old Mattie Ross, who hires a hardened U.S. Marshal to pursue her father's murderer. The film is rated PG-13 for its intense depictions of violence, including…
What age rating does True Grit have?
True Grit is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 14+.
What is True Grit about?
True Grit (2010) is a gritty Western centered on 14-year-old Mattie Ross, who hires a hardened U.S. Marshal to pursue her father's murderer. The film is rated PG-13 for its intense depictions of violence, including gunfights, hangings, and bloody injuries. Parents should be aware of mature themes regarding death and…
Is there sex or nudity in True Grit?
Content is limited to one brief, non-explicit verbal comment where a man suggests he considered kissing a sleeping teenage girl, which is framed as unsettling rather than romantic.
How violent is True Grit?
Violence is frequent and impactful, featuring bloody gunfights, a scene where a man's fingers are cut off, and a sequence where a character is bitten by a venomous snake. Characters are shown being hanged, and there are realistic portrayals of gunshot wounds…
Is the language in True Grit appropriate for kids?
Coarse language is used sparingly, primarily consisting of insults like 'bitch' and 'bastard' used in moments of conflict.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in True Grit?
There is recurring alcohol consumption, particularly by the protagonist Rooster Cogburn. Tobacco and the use of opium are also depicted as part of the period setting.
What mature themes appear in True Grit?
The film deals with heavy, mature subjects including the murder of a parent, the cycle of revenge, the consequences of lawlessness, and the grim reality of life and death on the frontier.
How long is True Grit?
True Grit runs 110 minutes, directed by Ethan Coen, Joel Coen, released in 2010.
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