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Paycheck

(2003, Rated PG-13, Action/adventure, Starring Ben Affleck, Aaron Eckhart, Uma Thurman)
  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 15, age appropriate for kids over 18; suggested age 14.
  • Is it any good?

    2.0
  • Common Sense says

    This movie just sags, even in the action scenes.

Why We Rated This off for Ages 14 and Under

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    Strong female character.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence:

    Action violence, guns, explosions. Characters in peril.
  • Sex:

    Mild sexual situations.
  • Language:

    Some strong language.
  • Consumerism:

    Not an issue.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Drinking and smoking.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Paycheck

Parents need to know that this movie has extended action violence with guns, chases, kickboxing, explosions, and character deaths. Characters use strong language, smoke, and drink, and there are mild sexual situations.

Read our full review by Nell Minow

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Most Recent Reviews

  1. Kid Reviewer Age 12
    Lives in Virginia
    I rate this title on for age 14 and give it 4.0

    another masterpiece from jhon woo

    commonsensemedia what are you thinking this is ine of the best thrillers ever it's exciting and awesome the film's plot interresting exciting and strange another masterpiece from jhon woo

  2. Adult Reviewer
    I rate this title on for age 13 and give it 4.0

    Interesting plot and fun to watch

    I enjoyed this action movie, the plot was fun to follow and played out with excitement.

  3. Teen Reviewer Age 14
    Lives in Wisconsin
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

    Amazing!!! Very witty!

    The plot was amazing! It keeps you on your toes, yet it is funny and feel good movie!!!

  4. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in Oklahoma
    I rate this title off for age 13 and give it 2.0

  5. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in California
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 4.0

    good action film for parents and kids. 11+

    lots of fun. worth renting

  6. Teen Reviewer Age 16
    Lives in Missouri
    I rate this title iffy for age 2 and give it 4.0

  7. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in Texas
    I rate this title on for age 13 and give it 3.0

    Good for renting

    Not a bad movie. Sci-fi Bourne Identity type of movie. Has some philosophical and moral implications. Makes a statement. Fun movie.

  8. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in California
    I rate this title iffy for age 13 and give it 3.0

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