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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Classic '80s comedy; not for kids.
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Caddyshack
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Based on 11 parent reviews
Based on 33 kid reviews
Kids say it’s a hilarious film with a stellar comedic cast, but many acknowledge that it features inappropriate content, including nudity, strong language, and sexual situations, which make it unsuitable for younger viewers. Despite these concerns, it is praised for its classic comedy charm and entertaining moments, especially for older teens and adults.
- hilarious film
- inappropriate content
- comedy charm
- older teens
- raunchy humor
Summarized with AI
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What's the Story?
In CADDYSHACK, Ty Webb (Chevy Chase) and Al Czervik (Rodney Dangerfield) lead the charge in unmasking the seedy underbelly of the elitist, Bushwood Country Club. When nefarious club president Judge Elihu Smails (Ted Knight) schemes to convert the golf course into a property development, Webb (a man with a lifestyle and demeanor even Hugh Heffner would envy) and Czervik (an unwelcomed, uncouth member of the club) challenge Smails to an all or nothing golf tournament. Smails' "secret weapon" (screwy groundskeeper Carl Spackler [Bill Murray]) provides much of the movie's comic relief, as he attempts to take-out a crafty gopher.
Is It Any Good?
At the time of its release, no film had ever pushed the envelope of crude humor like Caddyshack. Having emerged from Saturday Night Live with incredible success, legends Bill Murray and Chevy Chase were in their comedic prime. Their ability to riff one-liners and develop side-splitting characters made Caddyshack one of the most quotable films of all time.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about the vulgar and offensive nature of some of the characters. Parents will most likely highlight the negative repercussions of many of the characters' decisions, since there are few positive noteworthy actions.
Why does Bill Murray's character recklessly drink and smoke marijuana? How does Ted Knight's elitist nature isolate him from others?
Movie Details
- In theaters : July 25, 1980
- On DVD or streaming : April 4, 2000
- Cast : Chevy Chase , Rodney Dangerfield , Ted Knight
- Director : Harold Ramis
- Studio : Warner Bros.
- Genre : Comedy
- Run time : 130 minutes
- MPAA rating :
- MPAA explanation : language, sexual content, mild violence, crude humor, and nudity.
- Last updated : October 9, 2025
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