When We First Met (2018) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Using a magical photo booth that sends him back in time, Noah relives the night he met Avery over and over, trying to persuade her to fall for him.
Rated PG-13 • 2018 • 1h 37m
When We First Met is a time-loop romantic comedy that earns its PG-13 rating primarily for language and some sexual situations. The film follows Noah as he repeatedly travels back in time to try to win the affection of a girl named Avery. Parents should be aware of frequent uses of profanity like "shit" and "asshole," including a single use of "fuck." Content also includes social drinking leading to drunkenness, some sexual innuendo… Sign up for the full guide
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Is When We First Met appropriate for kids?
When We First Met is a time-loop romantic comedy that earns its PG-13 rating primarily for language and some sexual situations. The film follows Noah as he repeatedly travels back in time to try to win the affection of a girl named Avery. Parents should be aware of frequent uses… Read more — free account
Content severity in When We First Met
What happens in When We First Met, moment by moment
- 0:05 🍷 Substances 4/10
- 0:08 🍷 Substances 4/10
- 0:10 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
Sex and nudity in When We First Met
This category is moderate. There are several scenes of kissing and making out. In one alternate timeline, a man and woman wake up in bed together, implying they have had sex, though nothing is shown. A man is seen shirtless a few times. Dialogue includes some innuendo and crude jokes, but there is no nudity.
Violence and gore in When We First Met
Violence is very mild and played for comedic slapstick. In one scene, a character is hit twice with a potted plant, but it is not depicted as injurious. There is no other significant violence or gore.
Language in When We First Met
Language is moderate to strong and is the main reason for the PG-13 rating. There are frequent uses of words like "shit," "asshole," "dick," "douchebag," and "goddamn." The film also contains a single, non-sexual use of the word "fuck."
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in When We First Met
Substance use is mild but present. Characters drink beer, wine, and liquor at parties and in bars throughout the film. In the opening scenes, the main character gets visibly intoxicated at an engagement party, which leads to him vomiting off-screen.
Mature themes in When We First Met
Thematic content is mild, centering on unrequited love, regret, and the consequences of trying to change the past. The main character grapples with feelings of inadequacy and learns lessons about personal growth, self-acceptance, and the nature of true friendship and love.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is When We First Met appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests When We First Met is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. When We First Met is a time-loop romantic comedy that earns its PG-13 rating primarily for language and some sexual situations. The film follows Noah as he repeatedly travels back in time to try to win the affection of…
What age rating does When We First Met have?
When We First Met is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is When We First Met about?
When We First Met is a time-loop romantic comedy that earns its PG-13 rating primarily for language and some sexual situations. The film follows Noah as he repeatedly travels back in time to try to win the affection of a girl named Avery. Parents should be aware of frequent uses of profanity like "shit" and "asshole,"…
Is there sex or nudity in When We First Met?
This category is moderate. There are several scenes of kissing and making out. In one alternate timeline, a man and woman wake up in bed together, implying they have had sex, though nothing is shown. A man is seen shirtless a few times. Dialogue includes some…
How violent is When We First Met?
Violence is very mild and played for comedic slapstick. In one scene, a character is hit twice with a potted plant, but it is not depicted as injurious. There is no other significant violence or gore.
Is the language in When We First Met appropriate for kids?
Language is moderate to strong and is the main reason for the PG-13 rating. There are frequent uses of words like "shit," "asshole," "dick," "douchebag," and "goddamn." The film also contains a single, non-sexual use of the word "fuck."
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in When We First Met?
Substance use is mild but present. Characters drink beer, wine, and liquor at parties and in bars throughout the film. In the opening scenes, the main character gets visibly intoxicated at an engagement party, which leads to him vomiting off-screen.
What mature themes appear in When We First Met?
Thematic content is mild, centering on unrequited love, regret, and the consequences of trying to change the past. The main character grapples with feelings of inadequacy and learns lessons about personal growth, self-acceptance, and the nature of true…
How long is When We First Met?
When We First Met runs 97 minutes, directed by Ari Sandel, released in 2018.
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