I was really impressed by how good this movie was. Everything fit together so nicely. I watched it three times in my life, and I still cry at the ending every time I watch it. There is one violent war scene. Lots of language. And there is some sex but I'd say anyone over 11 can and SHOULD see it. I can't believe I waited so long of seeing it on the shelves before fianlly picking it up! A must see.
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Forrest Gump
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Common Sense says
Moving and wonderful, but parent preview a good idea.
Themes in this movie include: family relationships, friendship
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 13 and Up
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What Parents Need to Know
About Forrest Gump
Parents need to know that though this Oscar winner's strong language, violence, and sexual situations make it questionable for young kids, its ultimately positive messages and entertaining take on three decades of American history make it a good choice for family viewing if you have mature teens. Parents may want to preview the movie for its realistic treatment of serious issues like child abuse, the civil rights movement, drugs, and war.
Read our full review by Michael Scheinfeld
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about American history and how it's seen through Forrest's eyes. What are his impressions of the Vietnam War? Of a young Elvis? Of the hippie movement?
- What would you say the movie's main message is? Are viewers meant to admire Forrest? To sympathize with him?
- If you've read the book the movie is based on, how do the two differ? Why do you think the filmmakers made the changes that they did?
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Most Recent Reviews
- I rate this title on for age 12 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
- My highlights are:
Entertaining!
- I rate this title on for age 11 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
It didn't win 6 academies for nothing! Forrest Gump is a touching film of a mentally retarted child telling his stories to whoever will listen. Susprisingly good, this movie contains sex scenes, themes children won't understand, and copes with death. However, kids will love it, and there is also a very important lesson to be learnt. A must see!
- I rate this title on for age 10 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
- My highlights are:
Run Forrest Run!
this movie is a great absolute classic that everyone should watch, but it is quite bad for a PG-13 movie, we see a girl take off her bra (we see her bare back, but no boobs), mom has to have sex with a principal in order to get in a school (nothing is shown, but we hear moaning), we also see a man look at a pornographic magazine which actually suprising does show boobs, we see tom hanks about to have sex (nothing is shown), a girl trys to rape forrest gump, but he pushes her out the window, we see blood splatter out of her skull as she hits the ground, we see a man get his legs blown off blood spurts from the wound, we also see a man sniff cocaine, inject heroine, and smoke weed, it is very explicit for a PG-13 film, but it's so good everyone should see it
- I rate this title iffy for age 3 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
- My highlights are:
- Good role models
- I rate this title on for age 10 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate language
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
- My highlights are:
- Good role models
- I rate this title on for age 12 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate language
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
This movie is a classic thats for sure. There is language, some drug content, some violence and sensuality but this still ok for teens. go check this one out.
- I rate this title iffy for age 13 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
- My highlights are:
Forrest Gump blew my mind away
When I saw this movie, it was one of my top five favorite movies of all time. But the war scene was a little bloody, and the movie had a little bit of sexual situations and strong cuss words, but this is an awesome movie and you should see this! You'll be glad you did!
- I rate this title on for age 17 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
A great movie, but not for young teens
What the Common Sense review does not mention is an early scene in which Forrest's mother has sex with the school principal to get Forrest into public school, and Forrest hears plenty of noise from the principal while that's happening. Also, the "foreplay" scene is not appropriate for young teens or children.
- I rate this title iffy for age 9 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
Masterpiece
This is a Great Masterpiece. I like the part with the war and when he runs.
- I rate this title on for age 13 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
My favorite movie now!
My name says that I love the movie "Jumanji," (and I do, don't get me wrong) it's just that this movie honestly moved me in every way possible and its cross of realism and fiction was unbelievable, plus the amazing cropping and editing to make it look like Forrest Gump REALLY made a big impact on America. You WILL believe life is a box of chocolates after seeing this movie.
- I rate this title off for age 7 and give itMy concerns are:
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
WOW! TOM HANKES IS A GREAT ACTOR!
A lot of drinking with Jenny but every time i watched i wanted to watch it again and again! ADORABLE! Forest Gump is also considered "Stupid" P.s. like IQ is 80 or something.
- I rate this title on for age 12 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
I JUST SAW FORREST GUMP AND I'M SPEECHLESS!!!
AMAZING!!! There can be some sexual content so make sure your kid is mature enough. And some parts can be disturbing. But now it's my favorite!
- I rate this title on for age 11 and give it
I loved this movie! Forrest Gump is a great character. And it teaches you not to do drugs. The only iffy parts I saw were one part where it's kinda bloody and another where Jenny and Forrest make out on a bed. I saw it as a class movie so it's not too bad. ITS MY FAVORITE NOW! And you'll wanna it over and over again!
- I rate this title iffy for age 14 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
Great movie, I would say for 14-15 years old though. A little too much sexual stuff in it for kids any younger.
- I rate this title on for age 10 and give itMy concerns are:
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
Brilliant!
Amazing! best film i have and will ever see! only bad part is where people take cocaine, not for under 10's
- I rate this title on for age 12 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
forrest gump review by critic07
It thought forrest gump was a great and phinominal film that i and you will probaly want to watch over and over again
- I rate this title on for age 12 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
forrest gump review by critic7
It thought forrest gump was a great and phinominal film that i and you will probaly want to watch over and over again
- I rate this title on for age 12 and give it
I CRIED AND LAUGHED
This is the best movie ever(as my opinion). it made me cry and laugh most people could handle at one scene there is quite alot of Strong four letter words used. and the vietnam war is pretty bloody this movie is also very sad i recommend it for 12+
- I rate this title on for age 14 and give it
Cool
A cool movie and sweet. Watch it! Beware of content ages 14 should be able to handle it.
- I rate this title on for age 11 and give it
LMAO
I once saw it with DAD
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| 100% | of parents say the sexual behavior isn't age appropriate |
| 67% | of parents say it gives kids positive messages |
| 67% | of parents say there's too much drinking, drugs, or smoking |
| 67% | of parents say it has language their kids can't use |
| 33% | of parents say it's too violent |
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