Ocean's Eleven (PG-13, 2001)

common sense media says

Fun heist movie for older kids and their families.


parents & educators say
  • 33% say sexual content is an issue
  • 33% say language is an issue

What parents need to know

Parents need to know that this movie has some strong language and some violence (no one hurt). The main characters are thieves, con men, and just plain crooks, and we are expected to be on their side.

Violence: Tension, peril, some violence (no one hurt).
Sex: Mild.
Language: Brief strong language.
Consumerism: Not applicable.
Drinking, drugs, & smoking: Drinking and smoking.

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What to talk about

Talk to your kids
Families can talk about why heist films are perennially popular. How do the writer and director make us root for the crooks? What is it that we enjoy so much about seeing a robbery? Is it the fantasy of instant millions? The fun of seeing how they solve the unsolvable logistical problems? Watching them respond on the spot to the unexpected? Which character did you like the most? Why?

What's the story?

What's the story?
In this loose remake of the 1960 film starring Frank Sinatra and his Rat Pack, George Clooney plays Sinatra's part, Danny Ocean, this time just out of prison (in the tux he was wearing when he went in) with an idea about robbing three casinos of $150 million. The only problem is that the vault that holds all of their cash is "a security system that rivals that of most nuclear silos." But Danny figures if he can get a good team together and a bankroll for some equipment, he can make it work, Mission Impossible-style. Danny connects with his former partner-in-crime Rusty (Brad Pitt), and they gather a team of men with various criminal talents.

Is it any good?

Is it any good?
 
With enough genuine Hollywood star power to light all the neon signs in Nevada, OCEAN'S 11 is a good old-fashioned, Hollywood heist film fun. Part of the pleasure of the film is that we feel that we're listening in on real conversations, and find ourselves leaning forward as though each of us is in on the deal with them.

One problem, though, is that there are just too many goodies on screen. It's hard for us to adjust our expectations for star turns by the high-wattage cast (which includes Matt Damon, Bernie Mac, Don Cheadle, and Julia Roberts, to name just a few). There are so many stars that we don't get to spend enough time with any of them. Old-timers Elliott Gould and Carl Reiner are magnificent in small roles, and a couple of young TV stars drop by for a slyly hilarious cameo. And Brad Pitt turns in a performance of effortless charm, subtle and witty, completely in service to the character and the movie and yet completely movie star mesmerizing.

Movie themes & details

Movie Details
Studio: Warner Bros.
Director: Steven Soderbergh
Cast: Brad Pitt, George Clooney, Matt Damon
Genre: Action/Adventure
Run time: 116 minutes
Theatrical release: December 7, 2001
DVD release: May 7, 2002
MPAA Rating: PG-13
MPAA explanation: some language and sexual content

This review was written by Nell Minow
 
 

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What parents & educators say

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Based on 9 parent & educator reviews:
  • 33% say sexual content is an issue
  • 33% say language is an issue

Most useful reviews by all members

 
Such a wasted cast...
With a cast like this, you'd think that this would be the greatest heist movie ever. What we got was boring, annoying dribble. I'm sorry for being so negative, but I was genuinely shocked at how much I didn't like this movie! Parents: There is some bad language and intense peril, but that still doesn't make the movie entertaining. Bottom Line: I didn't enjoy this film, but that doesn't mean you won't. In fact, that goes for any review I or any other critic puts out there. It's just opinion, folks. But, I appreciate that you took time to hear my opinion. So, thanks for reading! - Movie Man

 
Ocean's 11~ Just as good as the original.....(sortof)
Just as good as the original.....(sortof).... I say that because of the premise of the movie is to rob 3 casino's. Ok so whats the big deal? the Original movie was set in the 50's-60's where the technology of security was lax at best. Now-a-days theres alot more going on behind the scenes in a casino regarding security. So the whole premise of the ending (how they 'get away with the loot') had to be redone. Briliant! I watched the movie thinking how are they going to do this (being a fan of the Rat Pack and seeing the first movie) Wont give away how they did but Just Briliant! Clooney & Pitt are great together. The rest of the "All-Star" cast is equally well played. Over all a VERY ENJOYABLE movie. Worth every second. Keeps you visually and mentally entertained. A must for any True movie goer. Every time this movie hits HBO I know what im doing for the next 2 hrs. If you havent seen this movie, DO SO! Also I recomend watching the Original, its in Black & White, yes they used to make movies this way... and it is equally entertaining.

Irateyourmovies
teen, 15 years old
 
enjoyed it, but not for young kids
Okay yes I would have to say I enjoyed this movie. I think that this movie is on for ages twelve and up, because of the message. People stealing from others is really not the most usful role model.

MasterGamer
teen, 16 years old
 
AWESOME!
really cool movie, HUGE starpower! I saw the TV vwersion so they probably took out most of the language, but it still, was great! Lot sof action, the plot twists and is not predictable, but stupid people would find it confusing?? (JUST KIDDING!) Great movie. 12+

star
teen, 17 years old
 
A cleaver but for the older kids and there adults
Oceans 11 is exciting and good but the humor is definitally adult and the younger kids will probally not get it.

 
One of my favorites
I love the mix of comedy used as well as the plot and quick pace keeps you wanting more. It was fun, pretty clean and makes me smile. Great job by all these top notch actors!

xaimeeb
adult
 
loved it
This was honestly one of the best movies I have seen. Definitely on my top 5.

dancing girl
kid, 12 years old
 
AWESOME MOVIE! (brad pitt looks cute in it too!)
I've recently read a heist book and it was amazing, just like this movie. Although it has a few bad words(which I won't list here), it's not that bad of wording. It is funny and very entertaining and catches your attention all the time.

 
Fine for adults, not for kids/young teens
I loved the plot of the movie. Great acting. Interesting. Action-packed. But as for the whole "positive role model" concept, that goes out the door when you consider that they are all a bunch of theives robbing the largest casinos in Vegas. Putting that thought aside, there were still some questional elements not suitable for children/young teens. The language was strong. The sexuality was pretty bad. No bedroom scenes, but practical nudity of the show girls. One scene has a girl in a COMPLETELY see-through dress seducing a man. I was shocked that was in there. Overall, the movie is fine for adults. I would not recommend for anyone under 15.

Bauer Power
teen, 14 years old
 
Great for ages 10+
This movie is definitely my top 3

 

stinky
teen, 16 years old
 
Great movie.
I like this movie a lot, but it might be because I've seen the second one. Definitely see this one, but unless you love the series, don't see the second one, even though it's important to the story. Ask someone who has seen it to tell you what happened.

Wolfwarrior
teen, 14 years old
 
my favorite movie ever!!!
really great movie!!! sure the role models are terrible, you know robbers. but hey. there is also one use of the f-word and some other curse words. violence wise, there really isn't any. in the beggining there are a few "stripper" kind of people that rusty is watching but you don't see them very much. plot may not be interesting to some, but i like it. if your a person who deosn't like "getting" things heres a warning. the language is one of a kind that you probably won't know and there is a lot of subtle things between danny and rusty.

4Spice
adult
 
very good 12 and over
very good intersting movie truth is that i say 12 and up because smaller wont understand it

PrankCall
kid, 12 years old
 
Great For Tweens
I think this is the funniest movie EVER!!!!


kid, 12 years old
 
Entertaining movie, but alot of language
Parents should know, that though this movie is a fun movie to watch, there is alot of language. 1-3 uses of the word f**k, as well as alot of s-words. Other than the language, there is some sexual content, but nothing a twelve year old shouldn't see. I reccomend not allowing a kid under the age of thirteen to see this


teen, 14 years old
 
Entertaining movie, but alot of language
Parents should know, that though this movie is a fun movie to watch, there is alot of language. 1-3 uses of the word f**k, as well as alot of s-words. Other than the language, there is some sexual content, but nothing a twelve year old shouldn't see. I reccomend not allowing a kid under the age of thirteen to see this


kid, 11 years old
 
Entertaining movie, but alot of language
Parents should know, that though this movie is a fun movie to watch, there is alot of language. 1-3 uses of the word f**k, as well as alot of s-words. Other than the language, there is some sexual content, but nothing a twelve year old shouldn't see. I reccomend not allowing a kid under the age of thirteen to see this

 
I didn't like it but my brother did
This movie probably is more likeable for a boy than a girl. I really wasn't interested and although it has great performances by all the actors (some of which are VERY CUTE) and there are some really funny parts, it didn't work for me. It may just be me. Parents: the film shows the main characters, who happen to be robbing a casino, in a good light. You should talk with tweens who watch this about how it is just a movie and that even though they may like the characters, what they are doing is BAD.

uhya
teen, 13 years old
 
i love this movie! however, the word f--k is said about twice and there is other strong language.

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