I think the acting and music is incredible, but the innuendo and amoral satire is not good for younger kids.
Tools for this page
Chicago
-
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 12, age appropriate for kids over 14; suggested age 14. -
Is it any good?
-
Common Sense says
Oscar-winning satire all about the razzle-dazzle.
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 14 and Up
What to watch out for
-
Violence:
-
Sex:
-
Language:
-
Consumerism:
-
Drinking, drugs, & smoking:
What Parents Need to Know
About Chicago
Parents need to know that this Academy Award winner has some strong language and sexual references and situations, briefly explicit. A possible pregnancy by a lover is an element of the plot. All characters are amoral, even sleazy in this satire. Lots and lots of smoking. The "merry murderesses" discuss their killings without remorse. The one innocent character is hanged, shown in shadow.
Read our full review by Nell Minow
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about the rocky relationship between Velma and Roxy. Why do they agree to work together in the end? They can also discuss the movie's portrayal of the press as marionettes controlled by the slimy lawyer. Do you think the press are savvier today or not? Are there still people today that would do anything for fame and recognition?
Our Members Say
Most Recent Reviews
- I rate this title on for age 12 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
Good for mature kids, but not for young kids.
- I rate this title iffy for age 11 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
Good for 12 and up; Some racey content
I Liked this movie, but it has some content that's for older kids, because some will not appercaite it. It has some amoral satire and sexual innuendo that's not apporaite for young kids. The acting and singing is incredible in this movie!
- I rate this title iffy for age 13 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
Entertaining but not Oscar-worthy musical
The acting was mediocre, with only the charismatic Queen Latifah breaking the mold, the musical numbers were very interesting, but all the sexed up dresses and strong language takes away from what this movie is supposed to be: a lighthearted musical. Not appropriate for children under 13. Other than that, it was quite amusing and at times extremely clever.
- I rate this title on for age 10 and give it
Must see!!!!
I first saw this when i was ten!!! Loved it, even went to see it on broad way!!!!
- I rate this title on for age 12 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
These songs will make you want to just jump up and dance along!
I loved this musical, probably mostly because I loved the music. This was an excellent translation from Broadway to movie.
- I rate this title iffy for age 15 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate sexual content
Chicago is quite the movie. It is filled with excellent, innovative dance numbers, wonderful music, and an original plot. There is also, however, a lot to worry about. Women murderers are encouraged to lie and manipulate to get off scot-free. Bribes, sexual favors, and an every-girl-for-herself attitude abound. Dance numbers are sexy, sexy, sexy (one line goes "when you're stroking mama/mama's stroking you" as the actress pulls a silk scarf between her legs). Two murders and a hanging occur. There is not a good role model in the film! Watch out when seeing with kids younger than 14 or so.
Lives in FloridaI rate this title iffy for age 12 and give itMy concerns are:- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
- I rate this title on for age 12 and give it
Yah....
This movie is really good. The sex isn't really all that explicit, but it is there, and the dialog can be a bit iffy, but other than that, you shouldn't worry about anyone over 12 watching it.
- I rate this title iffy for age 13 and give it
Bad Message, Great Movie
I watched this movie because I love musical theatre. However, in every scene, either someone is smoking, with a gun, or singing in a bar. The message implies that if you want fame, you can kill someone as long as you get away with it. An innocent character dies while a few guilty ones get away. Not good for spring chickens but mature 13 year olds and up, you'll love this one!
- I rate this title on for age 12 and give it
A brilliant work of theater!
This movie is a masterpiece and desearves a five star rating. I recromend it for people 12+. Peace out, i love dogs
- I rate this title iffy for age 2 and give it
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
i loved it!
this is a must see movie for anyone 12 or older. it was pretty grafic in the sex stuff. if your a parent, you will want to see this first before your kid.
- I rate this title iffy for age 2 and give it
CHICAGO is a sexy, tantalizing romp musica
- I rate this title iffy for age 13 and give it
CHICAGO- And all that jazz!!!
I absolutley loved CHICAGO, it is a great movie. Definitely buy it: Sex: 6 1/2- One semi explicit sex scene and some sexually related dialogue is present but thrown away and forgotten about by music and dancing. Nudity: 5- We see parts of a man's buttocks and many, many scantily clad women. Violence: 7- The movie is centered around violence and some shootings. Also dialogue and references to murders are present. Language: 4- Mild language. And like I said in the 'Sex' column, sexually related dialogue. Drug Use: 2- Some smoking. Rating: ***** Stars out of ***** Stars
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
Ratings at a Glance
| 50% | of parents don't think the messages are positive |
| 50% | of parents say the sexual behavior isn't age appropriate |
| 50% | of parents say it's too violent |
Have you seen it? 
For Your Family
Get age-based recommendations for your kids:
Customize based on your child's age
