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The Ladykillers

(2004, Rated R, Comedy, Starring Tom Hanks, Marlon Wayans, J.K. Simmons)

  • Is it age appropriate?

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 16, age appropriate for kids over 17; suggested age 16.

  • Is it any good?

    3.0

  • Common Sense says

    Some wicked pleasures for mature teens and adults.

Why We Rated This iffy for Ages 16–17

What to watch out for

  • Messages:

    The main characters are criminals who lie, steal, and kill, all played for comedy. Some edgy humor.

  • Violence:

    Comic violence, many characters hurt and killed.

  • Sex:

    Sexual references.

  • Language:

    Extremely strong language including n-word.

  • Consumerism:

    Not an issue.

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Drinking, smoking, drug references.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About The Ladykillers

Parents need to know that the main characters are criminals who lie, steal, and kill, all played for comedy. They drink, smoke, and use extremely strong language, including sexual references and the "N" word.

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