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The Barefoot Executive

(1971, Rated G, Comedy, Starring Kurt Russell, John Ritter, Joe Flynn)

  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 4, age appropriate for kids over 6; suggested age 6.

  • Is it any good?

    3.0

  • Common Sense says

    Classic chimp shenanigans are fun for Disney fans.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 6 and Up

What to watch out for

  • Messages:

    Steve is getting ahead using Raffles' ability to pick winning TV shows. He lies to Jen and when she finds out, proposes to her. This persuades Jen to fall for Steve's logic. In the end, Steve apologizes and makes amends.

  • Violence & scariness:

    Pratfalls and wacky stunts on the ledge of a building. Raffles the chimp is put in a sack and tossed around, but seems unfazed by it.

  • Sexy stuff:

    A chaste kiss or two between Steve and Jen.

  • Language:

    The executives call one another names like "pea-brained" and so forth.

  • Consumerism:

    When Steve wins an award he receives a beautiful sports car. His apartment is decked out in plush trappings.

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    TV execs stir drinks in meetings that could be alcoholic. Jen serves a glass of wine with dinner
 

What Parents Need to Know

About The Barefoot Executive

Parents need to know that this is a story about a young mailroom clerk who wants to get ahead in business so badly that he lies about his methods of advancement, taking credit for somebody else's accomplishments. He makes amends in the end. Pratfalls and stunts on the ledge of a building may make some viewers nervous.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about cheating to get ahead. Are there different degrees of cheating? Is it ever acceptable? How would you feel if you were Jen? Would you let Steve get away with his secret? Did he do the right thing in the end? Families can also talk about monkeys in the movies. Who's your favorite primate star?
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