Who Framed Roger Rabbit (1988) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
'Toon star Roger is worried that his wife Jessica is playing pattycake with someone else, so the studio hires detective Eddie Valiant to snoop on her. But the stakes are quickly raised when Marvin Acme is found dead and Roger is the prime suspect.
Rated PG • 1988 • 1h 44m
Famous for pushing the boundaries of its PG rating, "Who Framed Roger Rabbit" blends a classic film noir murder mystery with zany cartoon characters. The film's rating is due to content that may be too intense for younger viewers, including the overtly sexualized character of Jessica Rabbit, frequent drinking and smoking by the alcoholic protagonist Eddie Valiant, and several frightening sequences. The villain, Judge Doom, is genuinely… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Who Framed Roger Rabbit appropriate for kids?
Famous for pushing the boundaries of its PG rating, "Who Framed Roger Rabbit" blends a classic film noir murder mystery with zany cartoon characters. The film's rating is due to content that may be too intense for younger viewers, including the overtly sexualized character of… Read more — free account
Content severity in Who Framed Roger Rabbit
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Sex and nudity in Who Framed Roger Rabbit
Moderate. The character of Jessica Rabbit is heavily sexualized with an exaggerated figure, a low-cut dress with a high thigh slit, and a sultry demeanor. There are several instances of innuendo and double entendres, such as a gag where the infant-like Baby Herman mentions his '50-year-old lust' and a line about whether Eddie Valiant has a 'rabbit in his pocket'.
Violence and gore in Who Framed Roger Rabbit
Moderate, with a notable mix of cartoon slapstick and surprisingly intense sequences. The film contains murders (a chalk outline is seen, a man is shot) and characters are threatened with real weapons like guns, a knife, and a razor. In one particularly disturbing and famous scene, a cute cartoon shoe is cruelly dissolved in a chemical 'dip'. The climax features a prolonged and graphic death scene where the villain melts while screaming.
Language in Who Framed Roger Rabbit
Mild, but contains more profanity than typical PG fare. The dialogue includes about a dozen uses of 'damn,' several uses of 'hell,' and one instance each of 'ass,' 'bastard,' and 'son of a bitch.' The term 'dumb broad' is also used.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Who Framed Roger Rabbit
Moderate. The main human character, Eddie Valiant, is an alcoholic who drinks bourbon frequently throughout the film to cope with past trauma; he is seen drunk and passed out. Multiple scenes take place in a bar where smoking and drinking are prevalent. Roger Rabbit has a violent, super-powered reaction to drinking a single shot of scotch.
Mature themes in Who Framed Roger Rabbit
The film contains surprisingly dark and mature themes. The villain's plot is essentially an act of genocide against the toons. Themes of grief, PTSD, and alcoholism are central to Eddie's character arc following his brother's murder. The final reveal of the villain's true nature is considered one of the most frightening scenes in a PG-rated movie and could be deeply disturbing for sensitive children.
Scary moments in Who Framed Roger Rabbit
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Who Framed Roger Rabbit appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Who Framed Roger Rabbit is best for ages 10+. It's rated PG. Famous for pushing the boundaries of its PG rating, "Who Framed Roger Rabbit" blends a classic film noir murder mystery with zany cartoon characters. The film's rating is due to content that may be too intense for…
What age rating does Who Framed Roger Rabbit have?
Who Framed Roger Rabbit is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is Who Framed Roger Rabbit about?
Famous for pushing the boundaries of its PG rating, "Who Framed Roger Rabbit" blends a classic film noir murder mystery with zany cartoon characters. The film's rating is due to content that may be too intense for younger viewers, including the overtly sexualized character of Jessica Rabbit, frequent drinking and…
Is there sex or nudity in Who Framed Roger Rabbit?
Moderate. The character of Jessica Rabbit is heavily sexualized with an exaggerated figure, a low-cut dress with a high thigh slit, and a sultry demeanor. There are several instances of innuendo and double entendres, such as a gag where the infant-like Baby…
How violent is Who Framed Roger Rabbit?
Moderate, with a notable mix of cartoon slapstick and surprisingly intense sequences. The film contains murders (a chalk outline is seen, a man is shot) and characters are threatened with real weapons like guns, a knife, and a razor. In one particularly…
Is the language in Who Framed Roger Rabbit appropriate for kids?
Mild, but contains more profanity than typical PG fare. The dialogue includes about a dozen uses of 'damn,' several uses of 'hell,' and one instance each of 'ass,' 'bastard,' and 'son of a bitch.' The term 'dumb broad' is also used.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Who Framed Roger Rabbit?
Moderate. The main human character, Eddie Valiant, is an alcoholic who drinks bourbon frequently throughout the film to cope with past trauma; he is seen drunk and passed out. Multiple scenes take place in a bar where smoking and drinking are prevalent. Roger…
What mature themes appear in Who Framed Roger Rabbit?
The film contains surprisingly dark and mature themes. The villain's plot is essentially an act of genocide against the toons. Themes of grief, PTSD, and alcoholism are central to Eddie's character arc following his brother's murder. The final reveal of the…
How long is Who Framed Roger Rabbit?
Who Framed Roger Rabbit runs 104 minutes, directed by Robert Zemeckis, released in 1988.
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