Up in the Air (2009) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Corporate downsizing expert Ryan Bingham spends his life in planes, airports, and hotels, but just as he’s about to reach a milestone of ten million frequent flyer miles, he meets a woman who causes him to rethink his transient life.
Rated R • 2009 • 1h 49m
Overall: A corporate downsizer who lives out of a suitcase has his rootless life disrupted by a new colleague and a chance at connection. George Clooney and Anna Kendrick. The R rating covers language and adult content.
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Is Up in the Air appropriate for kids?
Overall: A corporate downsizer who lives out of a suitcase has his rootless life disrupted by a new colleague and a chance at connection. George Clooney and Anna Kendrick. The R rating covers language and adult content. Read more — free account
Content severity in Up in the Air
What happens in Up in the Air, moment by moment
- 0:08 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
- 0:12 💬 Language 5/10
- 0:42 ♥ Sex & Nudity 4/10
Sex and nudity in Up in the Air
The film depicts a recurring sexual relationship between two consenting adults, including scenes of innuendo and post-coital intimacy. While most of the content is non-explicit, there is a brief scene involving partial nudity and a suggestive encounter in a hotel setting. The tone remains grounded in the realities of adult dating rather than being overly graphic.
Violence and gore in Up in the Air
There is no physical violence or gore presented throughout the film. The conflict is entirely emotional and professional, centering on the psychological impact of job loss and corporate downsizing. Viewers will not encounter any sequences involving physical harm or traditional action tropes.
Language in Up in the Air
The film features strong and frequent profanity consistent with its R rating, including multiple uses of the F-word and various other expletives. Much of the language is used in a professional or conversational context to emphasize the stress of the characters' careers. The dialogue is mature and intended for an adult audience.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Up in the Air
There is no significant use of illegal drugs or notable smoking shown in the story. While characters may be seen in settings where alcohol is present, such as airport lounges or hotel bars, there is no focus on intoxication or substance abuse. The film avoids depicting substance-related issues in favor of its focus on corporate culture.
Mature themes in Up in the Air
A film about the American economy's callousness — made during the 2008 recession with real people who had recently been fired. Ryan Bingham's philosophy of emotional non-attachment tested and found hollow. Anna Kendrick's Natalie is the film's moral conscience.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Up in the Air appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Up in the Air is best for ages 16+. It's rated R. Overall: A corporate downsizer who lives out of a suitcase has his rootless life disrupted by a new colleague and a chance at connection. George Clooney and Anna Kendrick. The R rating covers language and adult content.
What age rating does Up in the Air have?
Up in the Air is officially rated R. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 16+.
What is Up in the Air about?
Overall: A corporate downsizer who lives out of a suitcase has his rootless life disrupted by a new colleague and a chance at connection. George Clooney and Anna Kendrick. The R rating covers language and adult content.
Is there sex or nudity in Up in the Air?
The film depicts a recurring sexual relationship between two consenting adults, including scenes of innuendo and post-coital intimacy. While most of the content is non-explicit, there is a brief scene involving partial nudity and a suggestive encounter in a…
How violent is Up in the Air?
There is no physical violence or gore presented throughout the film. The conflict is entirely emotional and professional, centering on the psychological impact of job loss and corporate downsizing. Viewers will not encounter any sequences involving physical…
Is the language in Up in the Air appropriate for kids?
The film features strong and frequent profanity consistent with its R rating, including multiple uses of the F-word and various other expletives. Much of the language is used in a professional or conversational context to emphasize the stress of the…
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Up in the Air?
There is no significant use of illegal drugs or notable smoking shown in the story. While characters may be seen in settings where alcohol is present, such as airport lounges or hotel bars, there is no focus on intoxication or substance abuse. The film avoids…
What mature themes appear in Up in the Air?
A film about the American economy's callousness — made during the 2008 recession with real people who had recently been fired. Ryan Bingham's philosophy of emotional non-attachment tested and found hollow. Anna Kendrick's Natalie is the film's moral…
How long is Up in the Air?
Up in the Air runs 109 minutes, directed by Jason Reitman, released in 2009.
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