We Are Marshall (2006) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
When a plane crash claims the lives of members of the Marshall University football team and some of its fans, the team's new coach and his surviving players try to keep the football program alive.
Rated PG • 2006 • 2h 11m
The true story of Marshall University's recovery after a 1970 plane crash killed most of its football team. Matthew McConaughey and Matthew Fox. A moving tribute to a community's resilience. The PG rating is appropriate.
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Is We Are Marshall appropriate for kids?
The true story of Marshall University's recovery after a 1970 plane crash killed most of its football team. Matthew McConaughey and Matthew Fox. A moving tribute to a community's resilience. The PG rating is appropriate. Read more — free account
Content severity in We Are Marshall
What happens in We Are Marshall, moment by moment
- 0:08 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
- 0:12 🔥 Mature Themes 6/10
- 0:48 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
Sex and nudity in We Are Marshall
There is no sexual content or nudity depicted in the film. The story focuses entirely on the community's emotional recovery and the rebuilding of the football program, maintaining a clean and family-friendly tone throughout. Occasional moments of mild romantic interest are portrayed through supportive, non-physical gestures between partners.
Violence and gore in We Are Marshall
A plane crash depicted — not graphic but the consequences are devastating. The film deals with mass death but not violently.
Language in We Are Marshall
The film features mild language that remains well within the boundaries of its PG rating. Viewers may hear infrequent use of terms like 'hell,' 'damn,' and 'bastard' used in high-stakes emotional contexts. The dialogue is largely professional and respectful, reflecting the early 1970s setting and the gravity of the athletic tragedy.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in We Are Marshall
There is no significant use of alcohol, illegal drugs, or tobacco products shown in the movie. While the film is set in the 1970s, it avoids stereotypical portrayals of substance use to focus on the grit and determination of the athletes and coaching staff. The characters generally model healthy, sober behavior as they navigate their grief.
Mature themes in We Are Marshall
Grief and community recovery from catastrophic loss. Whether rebuilding a football team is trivial or a genuine act of healing. The film makes a persuasive case for sport as communal meaning-making. The closing dedication to the real victims is genuinely moving.
Scary moments in We Are Marshall
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is We Are Marshall appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests We Are Marshall is best for ages 10+. It's rated PG. The true story of Marshall University's recovery after a 1970 plane crash killed most of its football team. Matthew McConaughey and Matthew Fox. A moving tribute to a community's resilience. The PG rating is appropriate.
What age rating does We Are Marshall have?
We Are Marshall is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is We Are Marshall about?
The true story of Marshall University's recovery after a 1970 plane crash killed most of its football team. Matthew McConaughey and Matthew Fox. A moving tribute to a community's resilience. The PG rating is appropriate.
Is there sex or nudity in We Are Marshall?
There is no sexual content or nudity depicted in the film. The story focuses entirely on the community's emotional recovery and the rebuilding of the football program, maintaining a clean and family-friendly tone throughout. Occasional moments of mild…
How violent is We Are Marshall?
A plane crash depicted — not graphic but the consequences are devastating. The film deals with mass death but not violently.
Is the language in We Are Marshall appropriate for kids?
The film features mild language that remains well within the boundaries of its PG rating. Viewers may hear infrequent use of terms like 'hell,' 'damn,' and 'bastard' used in high-stakes emotional contexts. The dialogue is largely professional and respectful…
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in We Are Marshall?
There is no significant use of alcohol, illegal drugs, or tobacco products shown in the movie. While the film is set in the 1970s, it avoids stereotypical portrayals of substance use to focus on the grit and determination of the athletes and coaching staff…
What mature themes appear in We Are Marshall?
Grief and community recovery from catastrophic loss. Whether rebuilding a football team is trivial or a genuine act of healing. The film makes a persuasive case for sport as communal meaning-making. The closing dedication to the real victims is genuinely…
How long is We Are Marshall?
We Are Marshall runs 131 minutes, directed by McG, released in 2006.
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