This movie is filled with sh*t, B*tch, *ss, *sshole, p*ss, d*ck, d*ckless p*cker and I quote during a sexual come on, "I want you inside of me." This did not seem like a movie for children. I did not remember it having such horrible language and a high level of sexual content. This movie would have been just as good or better if they chose to use different language. This movie came out before PG-13 ratings which it should definitely have.
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Ghostbusters
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Not age appropriate for kids under 6, age appropriate for kids over 10; suggested age 10. -
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Common Sense says
Paranormal fun for tweens and up; some scares.
Themes in this movie include: dating/crushes, friendship
updated 09.22.09
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 10 and Up
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What Parents Need to Know
About Ghostbusters
Parents need to know that the language pushes the limits of the PG rating. The sexual content is relatively mild; however, one character fantasizes briefly about a ghost giving him oral pleasure. This movie deals with the supernatural. Some scenes may be too scary for young children. This is a film with great entertainment value for both parents and children. For the most part, parents should feel comfortable with its relatively tame content.
Read our full review by Alex Orner
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- Families can talk about what defines a hero. What other movies feature scientists and professors who save the day?
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Most Recent Reviews
- I rate this title off for age 8 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
- Negative role models
should be PG 13
- I rate this title iffy for age 8 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
Parents might be a little uncomfortable - but the kids loved it!
I definitely noticed the sexually suggestive scenes when watching with my 7 and 10 year-olds - but it went right over their heads. There were a few bad words (sh*t, b*tch) but again, I don't think it was a big deal. Too much smoking...but I don't think seeing these guys smoke is going to make my kids want to. They LOVED it and thought it was super funny - they keep talking about the slime and the marshmallow man!
- I rate this title on for age 8 and give it
Great movie. A classic.
- I rate this title iffy for age 10 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
Hilarious movie, my favourite line being "Shhh! Can you smell that?" Great movie, pehaps the sex could have been cut. Oral ghost sex?! No thanks.
- I rate this title iffy for age 11 and give it
I don't think my 11 year old needs to see a ghost giving "oral pleasure" to anyone! No thanks!
- I rate this title on for age 14 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
Only over age 14
I don't think this is 'tame' when it comes to the sexual content. Alot of innuendo and obvious 'come - on' scenes.
- I rate this title on for age 6 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate language
- Excessive consumerism
- My highlights are:
- Good role models
Good comedy!
A great movie for the whole family!
- I rate this title iffy for age 12 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
The implied oral sex from a spirit was way too graphic for my kids. This is the first time I have found a common sense rating to be off the mark.
- I rate this title off for age 7 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
Who you gonna call
do not watch oral part
- I rate this title on for age 9 and give it
if something strange in your neighborhood who your going to call ghost busters!!
I love this movie and the song is always stuck in my head and do i care no!!
- I rate this title on for age 10 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
LOVED IT I TOTALLY RECOMEND IT
i ABSOLUTLY loved this movie it was soo funny i totally recomend it to anyone who likes to laugh and be thereselfs. It was like my altime favorite movie BESIDES Twilight!
- I rate this title off for age 6 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
- Negative role models
not for kids under 10
This movie has way too many scary scenes, smoking, sexual references and violence...the language is awful. I would NOT want my kids using any of the language in this film.
- I rate this title on for age 6 and give it
great movie
I loved this movie! It was so good! I think this movie is fine for almost any age.
- I rate this title on for age 11 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
funny
I cant believe i didn't see it sooner! Anyways, a funny film the whole family can enjoy, but there is sex and violence and some language so know your kids!
- I rate this title on for age 9 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- My highlights are:
- Good role models
Funny Movie
I like this movie ALOT! There is some parts that could scare little kids out of their PANTS! Tweens and up ONLY! I luv the Stay Puft Marshmallow Man, though.Actually, there is some sexual manner at the end when the woman gets possesd by "Zoop". End is way to scary for young kids and sensitive tweens. Otherwise great!
- I rate this title iffy for age 7 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
perfect for tweens teens and adults
well i like the movie but to much violence sex related topics and the language is kind of mild
- I rate this title on for age 8 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate language
- Excessive consumerism
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
Funny Movie
I like the part with the marshmellow king
- I rate this title iffy for age 6 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
fun, but too much sexual content
I was not comfortable with the level of sexual content. Without those few scenes the movie is fine.
- I rate this title on for age 10 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
It was a pretty great movie. I watched it at a sleepover. I was great fun my only concern was the sexual content, but when kids are young they miss most of that stuff. Great movie for kids and adults.
Lives in Ohio
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| 78% | of parents say the sexual behavior isn't age appropriate |
| 56% | of parents say it has language their kids can't use |
| 44% | of parents say there's too much drinking, drugs, or smoking |
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