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Is Grown Ups OK for Kids?

Comedy
13+
PG-13⭐ 6.0 / 102010 · 1h 42m
Dennis Dugan

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What's In It

Based on the actual screenplay
🗡️Violence
Moderate▼
Moments in the script, mildest → most intense
3
Cartoon / Comedic
1
Action & Peril
1
Injuries & Death Shown
0
Graphic & Disturbing
  • An arrow accidentally lodges in Rob's foot during a bow and arrow contest in the woods, played for comedic panic rather than graphic injury
  • References to Rob's arrow wound continue throughout the film as a running joke
  • Eric threatens to fight someone but backs down to preserve his 'remaining fight time,' a comedic bit rather than actual violence
  • A competitive basketball game features physical play and trash talk between old friends, but no real harm
  • The film ends with a lighthearted group archery game where characters comically 'run away' from arrows
  • Overall tone is cartoonish and comedic, with no weapons used to cause real harm and no characters seriously hurt
💬Language
Mild▼
Moments in the script, mildest → most intense
9
Mild Words
(damn, hell)
2
Moderate
(ass, b**ch)
0
Strong
(sh*t)
0
Extreme
(f**k)
  • Characters say 'da**' (3 times) and 'hell' (2 times), both mild exclamations
  • The word 'a**' is used 4 times throughout the film
  • Moderate language includes 'd**k' (1 time) and 'cr*p' (1 time)
  • No f-words, c-words, or slurs detected in the script
👻Scary Scenes
Mild▼
Moments in the script, mildest → most intense
2
Mildly Tense
1
Startling Moments
0
Genuinely Scary
0
Deeply Disturbing
  • Rob discovers an arrow in his foot and reacts with panic, a tense but brief moment played mostly for comedy
  • A character is startled thinking they see a pervert looking through a window, a quick jolt rather than sustained horror
  • Tense marital conflict arises between Rob and Deanne over infidelity concerns, more emotionally uncomfortable than frightening
  • There is no monster, villain, or sustained horror imagery in the film
  • All tense moments are resolved through comedy or conversation rather than lingering dread
💕Romance
Moderate▼
Moments in the script, mildest → most intense
0
Crushes & Holding Hands
1
Kissing & Dating
4
Suggestive
0
Sexual Content
  • Lenny and Roxanne share romantic moments and kissing throughout the film
  • References are made to Gloria and Lenny's intimate relationship and past romance
  • A discussion touches on pregnancy and intimate relations between characters
  • Water park scenes show wives in swimsuits with flirtatious exchanges between characters
  • References are made to Mark's attraction and flirtation with someone at the water park
  • No nudity or explicit sexual content is shown; intimacy is implied through dialogue and references
🍺Substances
Mild▼
Moments in the script, mildest → most intense
2
Mentioned in Passing
3
Shown Casually
0
Featured Prominently
0
Glorified or Abused
  • Characters drink beer casually while watching or playing a basketball game
  • Alcohol is consumed at various social gatherings and celebrations among the friends
  • Champagne and wine are mentioned/discussed during a dinner scene
  • There are brief mentions of chocolate hiding and candy consumption
  • Substance use is depicted casually and socially, never glorified or abused
⚡Stimulation
Moderate▼
Moments in the script, mildest → most intense
0
Gently Engaging
2
Exciting
2
Intense
0
Overwhelming
  • Water park sliding and swimming sequences bring energetic, upbeat pacing
  • A competitive basketball game between old friends builds intensity through physical play and trash talk
  • An archery competition and related games add fast-paced excitement
  • Rope swing and outdoor adventure activities provide additional bursts of energy
  • Overall pacing is upbeat and comedic rather than overwhelming; suitable for most sensory-sensitive viewers
Grown Ups — Heads Up for Parents

Despite its light comedic tone, parents should be aware of the water park scenes featuring wives in swimsuits with flirtation and references to Mark's attraction, plus a genuinely tense marital conflict between Rob and Deanne about infidelity concerns that stands out amid the comedy.

About Grown Ups

Grown Ups follows five childhood friends who reunite as adults with their families for a lake house weekend after their old basketball coach passes away. The comedy mixes nostalgic bonding, marital squabbles, and physical gags as the friends confront how much (or little) they've grown up.

👨‍👧
Best watched together
While mostly a lighthearted comedy suitable for young teens, the suggestive water park flirtation, references to intimate relationships, and the moderate language ('dick', 'crap') mean parents of younger tweens may want to watch alongside them to discuss the marital conflict themes.

Family Takeaways from Grown Ups

What it gets right

  • ✓The film emphasizes maintaining old friendships into adulthood, shown through the group's reunion and support of each other despite life's changes
  • ✓It models parents encouraging children to play outside rather than use technology, reinforcing healthy family values

Grown Ups Cultural & Values Guide

Cultural & Values Guide

Values & Themes
●Traditional family values

The entire plot centers on childhood friends reuniting as fathers to teach their kids the importance of friendship, respect, and family time away from modern distractions. The film explicitly contrasts wholesome family bonding with the negative influences of technology and materialism.

Cast:Adam SandlerKevin JamesChris RockDavid SpadeRob Schneider

Is Grown Ups Appropriate for Your Child's Age?

✗Age 5: Not recommended for 5-year-olds
✗Age 8: Not recommended for 8-year-olds
✗Age 10: Not recommended for 10-year-olds
✗Age 12: Not recommended for 12-year-olds
✓Age 13: Generally appropriate for 13-year-olds
✓Age 15: Generally appropriate for 15-year-olds
✓Age 17: Generally appropriate for 17-year-olds

Individual children may vary — use your judgment.

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