Can a 14 year old watch R-rated movies?

R: Restricted – Under 17 requires accompanying parent or guardian. Children under 17 are not allowed to attend R-rated motion pictures unaccompanied by a parent or adult guardian. Parents are strongly urged to find out more about R-rated motion pictures in determining their suitability for their children.

Can I take my 15 year old to an R-rated movie?

Yes, the MPAA guidelines state that an R rating means an unaccompanied minor must be 17 to purchase a ticket. Be sure to have ID with you, as some cinemas strictly enforce this policy.

Why kids should not watch rated R movies?

Past studies, including one in 2010 in Prevention Science, a scientific journal of the Society for Prevention Research, have shown R-rated and violent movies may cause children to try alcohol at an early age because of its glorification, as well as becoming desensitized and violent.

How bad is rated R?

An R-rated motion picture may include adult themes, adult activity, hard language, intense or persistent violence, sexually-oriented nudity, drug abuse or other elements, so that parents are counseled to take this rating very seriously.

Can a 16 year old see R rated movie?

Children under age 17 requires an accompanying parent or guardian (age 21 or older) to attend R rated performances. 25 years and under must show ID for R rated performances.

Can a 13 year old see an R rated movie?

Child tickets are 2-12 years. Student tickets are 13+ with a valid student ID. Children under age 17 requires an accompanying parent or guardian (age 21 or older) to attend R rated performances. 25 years and under must show ID for R rated performances.

Why do you have to be 17 to watch a rated R movie?

According to CARA, people under the age of 17 are legally not permitted to watch R-rated movies alone, due to adult themes, adult activity, hard language, intense or persistent violence, sexually-oriented nudity, drug abuse or other mature elements.