I went into this not expecting much, but I came out of it very much pleased. This is a very cute little comedy that deserves some attention. Parents, be warned; there is some very iffy sex talk, slapstick-ey fist fights, and some very quirky scenes that are unpredictable and may cause kids under 12 to squirm in their seats. Anyway, this was a great movie to see once and then keep in the back of your mind forever. Take your teens and prepare yourself for 90 minutes of comedy gold made just for teens. Keep an eye out for an Amy Adams (Princess Giselle of "Enchanted") cameo!
Tools for this page
The Ex
-
Is it age appropriate?
About our ratings(Flash is loading. If this text does not disappear you need to install the latest flash version)
Not age appropriate for kids under 13, age appropriate for kids over 15; suggested age 14. -
Is it any good?
-
Common Sense says
Uneven Braff comedy OK, but lacks excitement.
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 14–15
What to watch out for
-
Violence:
-
Sex:
-
Language:
-
Consumerism:
-
Drinking, drugs, & smoking:
What Parents Need to Know
About The Ex
Parents need to know that this is a crass comedy aimed at 13-year-olds who like jokes at others' expense. A character in a wheelchair is ridiculed, a cartoon character is a racial stereotype, and there's lots of innuendo about a character's large genitals. There's a generous helping of "f--k"s and "s--t"s, along with scenes in which a husband and wife negotiate when and how to be intimate beyond basic canoodling, two men talk about what makes a wife willing to have sex with her husband, co-workers gossip how a physically disabled man pleases a woman, and more. Plus, an elementary-school-age kid gives Tom the finger and swears, and the two main male characters do lots of fighting and trash talking.
Read our full review by S. Jhoanna Robledo
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about how the media sets up expectations about parenting roles. Do movies and TV shows gloss over the difficulties of parenting, or are they portrayed with clichés? Also, how is Chip's physical handicap handled in the movie? Do people have preconceived notions about those who are impaired? What are they, and how can they be dispelled? How is Braff's character in this movie different from many of the more-vulnerable characters he's played in the past? What do you think made him branch out?
Our Members Say
Most Recent Reviews
- I rate this title iffy for age 2 and give it
The ultimate throw-away comedy!
- I rate this title iffy for age 2 and give it
VERY BAD!
This movie only had one funny part and that was one that was in all the camercials for it. There was some adult material but over all I would say that it is ok for 12+
- I rate this title off for age 17 and give it
Get Rid Of It!!!!!!!
Get rid of it, it stinks and not fit for people under 45
Give Recommendations, Get Them, Too!
Become a member and get recommendations from other parents based on your child's age.Tell us your child's age:
Already a member? Log inOur Members Rate It
Have you seen it? 
For Your Family
Get age-based recommendations for your kids:
Customize based on your child's age
