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Woodlawn (2015) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Love and unity in a school torn by racism and hate in the 1970s. A gifted high school football player must learn to embrace his talent and his faith as he battles racial tensions on and off the field.

Rated PG • 2015 • 2h 3m

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Woodlawn is a sports drama based on the true story of desegregation at a Birmingham high school in 1973. Parents should be aware that the film depicts racial tension and societal unrest, including brief scenes of angry mobs and protests that may be intense for younger viewers. While there are instances of football-related contact and physical confrontation, the content remains within standard PG boundaries. It serves as an inspiring… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

C. Thomas Howell
C. Thomas Howell
Sean Astin
Sean Astin
Jon Voight
Jon Voight
Virginia Williams
Virginia Williams
Brando Eaton
Brando Eaton
Sherri Shepherd
Sherri Shepherd
Nic Bishop
Nic Bishop
Caleb Castille
Caleb Castille
Kelly Greyson
Kelly Greyson
Rhoda Griffis
Rhoda Griffis
Marcus Henderson
Marcus Henderson
Joy Brunson
Joy Brunson
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Is Woodlawn appropriate for kids?

Woodlawn is a sports drama based on the true story of desegregation at a Birmingham high school in 1973. Parents should be aware that the film depicts racial tension and societal unrest, including brief scenes of angry mobs and protests that may be intense for younger viewers… Read more — free account

Content severity in Woodlawn

Sex Mild 2/10
Violence Strong 5/10
Language None 0/10
Substances None 0/10
Themes Moderate 3/10

What happens in Woodlawn, moment by moment

  1. 0:08 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
  2. 0:15 ⚔ Violence & Gore 4/10
  3. 0:28 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
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Sex and nudity in Woodlawn

Limited to fleeting, brief kisses between teenage couples and generally modest attire.

Violence and gore in Woodlawn

Includes historical news footage of racial unrest, intense football hits, and some brief shoving matches between students in hallways.

Language in Woodlawn

None; the film does not feature profanity.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Woodlawn

None; there are no scenes featuring drugs, alcohol, or smoking.

Mature themes in Woodlawn

Deals with the realities of racial segregation, hatred, and systemic prejudice, as well as the emotional impact of social division and religious reconciliation.

Scary moments in Woodlawn

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Woodlawn yet. Because this title is recommended for younger kids, sign up to get community-flagged jump scares, tense scenes, and startling imagery as parents submit them.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Woodlawn appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Woodlawn is best for ages 10+. It's rated PG. Woodlawn is a sports drama based on the true story of desegregation at a Birmingham high school in 1973. Parents should be aware that the film depicts racial tension and societal unrest, including brief scenes of angry…

What age rating does Woodlawn have?

Woodlawn is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.

What is Woodlawn about?

Woodlawn is a sports drama based on the true story of desegregation at a Birmingham high school in 1973. Parents should be aware that the film depicts racial tension and societal unrest, including brief scenes of angry mobs and protests that may be intense for younger viewers. While there are instances of…

Is there sex or nudity in Woodlawn?

Limited to fleeting, brief kisses between teenage couples and generally modest attire.

How violent is Woodlawn?

Includes historical news footage of racial unrest, intense football hits, and some brief shoving matches between students in hallways.

Is the language in Woodlawn appropriate for kids?

None; the film does not feature profanity.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Woodlawn?

None; there are no scenes featuring drugs, alcohol, or smoking.

What mature themes appear in Woodlawn?

Deals with the realities of racial segregation, hatred, and systemic prejudice, as well as the emotional impact of social division and religious reconciliation.

How long is Woodlawn?

Woodlawn runs 123 minutes, directed by Andrew Erwin, Jon Erwin, released in 2015.

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