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Under the Stars (2025) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

A struggling romance novelist stuck in a passionless relationship goes to Italy seeking inspiration, and unexpectedly finds the girl of his dreams.

Rated PG • 2025 • 1h 39m

Age
11+

Under the Stars is a romantic drama about a writer, Ian, who travels to Italy after a painful breakup. Based on its UK: PG rating, its content is generally mild, but parents should be aware of mature themes that drive the plot. The primary concerns are thematic, focusing on a partner's infidelity and the emotional fallout of a passionless relationship. Content also includes social wine drinking, some kissing, and very mild language… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Alex Pettyfer
Alex Pettyfer
Eva De Dominici
Eva De Dominici
Andy Garcia
Andy Garcia
Toni Collette
Toni Collette
Rob Estes
Rob Estes
Jessica Serfaty
Jessica Serfaty
Chiara Iezzi
Chiara Iezzi
Tim Fellingham
Tim Fellingham
Michelle Danner
Michelle Danner
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Is Under the Stars appropriate for kids?

Under the Stars is a romantic drama about a writer, Ian, who travels to Italy after a painful breakup. Based on its UK: PG rating, its content is generally mild, but parents should be aware of mature themes that drive the plot. The primary concerns are thematic, focusing on a… Read more — free account

Content severity in Under the Stars

Sex Moderate 4/10
Violence None 0/10
Language Mild 2/10
Substances Mild 1/10
Themes Strong 5/10

What happens in Under the Stars, moment by moment

  1. 0:05 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
  2. 0:12 💬 Language 2/10
  3. 0:18 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
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Sex and nudity in Under the Stars

Content is limited to romance and affection. Several scenes feature kissing between the adult couples. The inciting incident of the plot involves a character's infidelity, which is discussed but not shown. One scene may imply a couple spends the night together, but it is not explicit and there is no nudity.

Violence and gore in Under the Stars

Violence is absent from the film.

Language in Under the Stars

Language is very infrequent and mild. There may be a few uses of words like 'hell' or 'damn' during moments of frustration, but no stronger profanity is used.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Under the Stars

Characters, all adults, are often seen drinking wine. This occurs in social settings, such as with meals at the Italian inn or during conversations. The consumption is portrayed as a normal part of the cultural setting and no character is shown to be intoxicated.

Mature themes in Under the Stars

The main theme is adult romance, which includes the emotional pain of a breakup caused by infidelity. The film begins with a character discovering his partner has been unfaithful. Other themes include overcoming creative block, starting one's life over, and finding love later in middle age.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Under the Stars appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Under the Stars is best for ages 11+. It's rated PG. Under the Stars is a romantic drama about a writer, Ian, who travels to Italy after a painful breakup. Based on its UK: PG rating, its content is generally mild, but parents should be aware of mature themes that drive…

What age rating does Under the Stars have?

Under the Stars is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 11+.

What is Under the Stars about?

Under the Stars is a romantic drama about a writer, Ian, who travels to Italy after a painful breakup. Based on its UK: PG rating, its content is generally mild, but parents should be aware of mature themes that drive the plot. The primary concerns are thematic, focusing on a partner's infidelity and the emotional…

Is there sex or nudity in Under the Stars?

Content is limited to romance and affection. Several scenes feature kissing between the adult couples. The inciting incident of the plot involves a character's infidelity, which is discussed but not shown. One scene may imply a couple spends the night…

How violent is Under the Stars?

Violence is absent from the film.

Is the language in Under the Stars appropriate for kids?

Language is very infrequent and mild. There may be a few uses of words like 'hell' or 'damn' during moments of frustration, but no stronger profanity is used.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Under the Stars?

Characters, all adults, are often seen drinking wine. This occurs in social settings, such as with meals at the Italian inn or during conversations. The consumption is portrayed as a normal part of the cultural setting and no character is shown to be…

What mature themes appear in Under the Stars?

The main theme is adult romance, which includes the emotional pain of a breakup caused by infidelity. The film begins with a character discovering his partner has been unfaithful. Other themes include overcoming creative block, starting one's life over, and…

How long is Under the Stars?

Under the Stars runs 99 minutes, directed by Michelle Danner, released in 2025.

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