Parent Reviews of Planes, Trains and Automobiles

Movie R 1987 92 minutes
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Parents Say

age 12+

Based on 27 parent reviews

Parents say this film is a classic Thanksgiving movie that combines humor with heartfelt messages about perseverance and friendship, primarily centered around two mismatched characters played by notable actors. Despite concerns over its R rating due to a single profanity-laden scene, many feel it holds value for older children and teens, describing it as funny yet containing some adult humor and mild inappropriate content.

  • Thanksgiving classic
  • Strong language
  • Mismatched characters
  • Positive messages
  • Fun humor
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