Yesterday (2019) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Yesterday is best for ages 12+. It's rated PG-13. Overall: A struggling musician wakes up after an accident in a world where The Beatles never existed — and becomes famous performing their songs as his own. Himesh Patel and Lily James. PG-13 is appropriate.

Yesterday is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 12+.

Overall: A struggling musician wakes up after an accident in a world where The Beatles never existed — and becomes famous performing their songs as his own. Himesh Patel and Lily James. PG-13 is appropriate.

There is no actual sexual content or nudity depicted in this film. Romantic relationships are handled with a light touch, focusing on emotional connections through kissing and suggestive flirting. The tone remains appropriate for a general family audience.

The film is largely devoid of traditional violence or gore, keeping the focus on comedy and music. There is one brief, mild incident involving a bicycle accident during a global blackout that results in minor injuries. The scene is handled with more focus on…

The film features moderate language consistent with a PG-13 rating, including a single use of the word 'f--k' and several instances of 's--t.' Other mild profanity and British slang like 'bloody' are used occasionally during heightened emotional moments…

There is no significant use of illegal drugs or smoking throughout the movie. Characters are occasionally seen in social settings, such as pubs or parties, where alcohol is present and consumed in moderation. No scenes depict heavy intoxication or substance…

A film about integrity — Jack's crisis as he becomes famous through theft, even if no one knows it's theft. The Beatles songs given new context by the film's premise. Ed Sheeran's self-deprecating cameo. The love story with Lily James is the film's genuine…

Yesterday runs 116 minutes, directed by Danny Boyle, released in 2019.

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