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Along Came Polly

(2004, Rated PG-13, Comedy, Starring Jennifer Aniston, Ben Stiller, Debra Messing)
  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 13, age appropriate for kids over 16; suggested age 14.
  • Is it any good?

    2.0
  • Common Sense says

    Talented actors in dumb film with gross sex humor.

Why We Rated This iffy for Ages 14–16

What to watch out for

  • Messages:

    Gross-out humor.
  • Violence:

    Not an issue.
  • Sex:

    Very explicit sexual references and situations for a PG-13.
  • Language:

    Strong languge used.
  • Consumerism:

    Not an issue.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Social drinking.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Along Came Polly

Parents need to know that there are many, many "ewwwwwwwwwwww" moments, some strong language and very explicit sexual references and situations for a PG-13, including male nudity (full rear view), adultery, spanking as foreplay, and concerns about premature ejaculation.

Read our full review by Nell Minow

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  1. Teen Reviewer Age 15
    Lives in Missouri
    I rate this title iffy for age 2 and give it 3.0

    lol!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  2. Teen Reviewer Age 16
    Lives in Maryland
    I rate this title iffy for age 2 and give it 5.0

    GREEEEEEEEEEAAAAAAAAATTT MOVIE!!!!

    Let me tell you commonsense does't know crap if they think this is a bad movie. I'll admit there are some inappriote parts- but it's all funny! If you love the work of Ben Stiller and Jennifer Aniston then this is a must see! Trust me.

  3. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in California
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 2.0

    dumb!!!!!! 13+

    sex language drugs affairs.... adds up :(

  4. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in Massachusetts
    I rate this title iffy for age 2 and give it 3.0

    Interesting but Enjoyable

    I was fairly satisfied with this movie. I was mainly drawn to see this movie because I adore Jennifer Aniston's work, and the pet ferrett seemed hilarious. I thought that there were a few things that made you squeamish, like bathroom jokes, but it was all tastefully done. Polly, Jennifer Aniston's character, was someone who I could relate to very much. She was humorous, caring, and well meaning. She helped Ben Stiller's character, Rueben, become his true self. She understands his differences and doesn't alienate him. The characters are accepting, work hard at their jobs, and like all people, have their flaws. They learn to be comfortable in their own skins, and learn that it is okay to be themselves. This is a great movie for people who are looking for a laugh, and who are willing to withstand about 10 total minutes of humor that would definitly appeal to 7-13 year old boys (toilet humor).

  5. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in California
    I rate this title iffy for age 13 and give it 1.0

    Stupid movie--only a few laughs

    Dumb movie--all the best scenes were shown in the previews/commercials. Too much reliance on toilet humor--no creativity was shown here. These two fine actors deserve better (as do our kids!)

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