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Tyler Perry's The Family That Preys (2008) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

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Wealthy socialite Charlotte Cartwright and her dear friend Alice Pratt, a working class woman of high ideals, have enjoyed a lasting friendship throughout several decades. Recently, their lives have become mired in turmoil as their adult children’s extramarital affairs, unethical business practices, and a dark secret threaten to derail family fortunes and unravel the lives of all involved. Charlotte and Alice decide to take a breather from it all by making a cross-country road trip in which they rediscover themselves and possibly… Sign up for the full guide

Rated PG-13 • 2008 • 1h 50m

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Tyler Perry's The Family That Preys explores the intertwined lives of two families facing betrayal, infidelity, and corporate corruption. Parents should be aware that the film contains mature themes, including suicide, extramarital affairs, and emotional family conflict. There is brief physical violence, frequent references to sexual situations, and characters consuming alcohol. It is best suited for older teens and adults who can… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Alfre Woodard
Alfre Woodard
Sanaa Lathan
Sanaa Lathan
Rockmond Dunbar
Rockmond Dunbar
KaDee Strickland
KaDee Strickland
Cole Hauser
Cole Hauser
Taraji P. Henson
Taraji P. Henson
Robin Givens
Robin Givens
Tyler Perry
Tyler Perry
Kathy Bates
Kathy Bates
Sebastian Siegel
Sebastian Siegel
SP
Santana Pruitt
Kaira Akita
Kaira Akita
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Is Tyler Perry's The Family That Preys appropriate for kids?

Tyler Perry's The Family That Preys explores the intertwined lives of two families facing betrayal, infidelity, and corporate corruption. Parents should be aware that the film contains mature themes, including suicide, extramarital affairs, and emotional family conflict. There… Read more — free account

Content severity in Tyler Perry's The Family That Preys

Sex Moderate 3/10
Violence Strong 5/10
Language Moderate 3/10
Substances Moderate 3/10
Themes Strong 7/10

What happens in Tyler Perry's The Family That Preys, moment by moment

  1. 0:25 ♥ Sex & Nudity 3/10
  2. 0:40 🍷 Substances 3/10
  3. 0:45 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
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Sex and nudity in Tyler Perry's The Family That Preys

Frequent dialogue revolves around extramarital affairs and infidelity. There are scenes featuring sensuous kissing and characters in revealing clothing.

Violence and gore in Tyler Perry's The Family That Preys

The violence is moderate and includes a scene where a husband strikes his wife, as well as a brief physical confrontation between two men on a construction site.

Language in Tyler Perry's The Family That Preys

Contains mild profanity including uses of 'damn', 'hell', 'shit', and 'bitch'.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Tyler Perry's The Family That Preys

Characters are shown drinking alcohol in multiple social and home settings throughout the film.

Mature themes in Tyler Perry's The Family That Preys

The narrative covers heavy subjects including early-onset Alzheimer's disease and the suicide of a main character, both of which are treated with emotional weight.

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Is Tyler Perry's The Family That Preys appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Tyler Perry's The Family That Preys is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. Tyler Perry's The Family That Preys explores the intertwined lives of two families facing betrayal, infidelity, and corporate corruption. Parents should be aware that the film contains mature themes, including suicide…

What age rating does Tyler Perry's The Family That Preys have?

Tyler Perry's The Family That Preys is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.

What is Tyler Perry's The Family That Preys about?

Tyler Perry's The Family That Preys explores the intertwined lives of two families facing betrayal, infidelity, and corporate corruption. Parents should be aware that the film contains mature themes, including suicide, extramarital affairs, and emotional family conflict. There is brief physical violence, frequent…

Is there sex or nudity in Tyler Perry's The Family That Preys?

Frequent dialogue revolves around extramarital affairs and infidelity. There are scenes featuring sensuous kissing and characters in revealing clothing.

How violent is Tyler Perry's The Family That Preys?

The violence is moderate and includes a scene where a husband strikes his wife, as well as a brief physical confrontation between two men on a construction site.

Is the language in Tyler Perry's The Family That Preys appropriate for kids?

Contains mild profanity including uses of 'damn', 'hell', 'shit', and 'bitch'.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Tyler Perry's The Family That Preys?

Characters are shown drinking alcohol in multiple social and home settings throughout the film.

What mature themes appear in Tyler Perry's The Family That Preys?

The narrative covers heavy subjects including early-onset Alzheimer's disease and the suicide of a main character, both of which are treated with emotional weight.

How long is Tyler Perry's The Family That Preys?

Tyler Perry's The Family That Preys runs 110 minutes, directed by Tyler Perry, released in 2008.

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