Question 1

What age is Problem Child appropriate for?

Accepted Answer

Movie Knight rates Problem Child (1990) best from about age 8. Ben and Flo adopt Junior, a seemingly sweet boy who turns out to be a master of mischief. His antics lead to comedic chaos at home, school, and various events, leaving a trail of destruction wherever he goes. The film follows the couple as they struggle to cope with their new, unpredictable son.

Question 2

What is Problem Child rated?

Accepted Answer

Problem Child (1990) is rated PG. Movie Knight only lists family-appropriate titles, so nothing rated R or above appears on the site.

Question 3

Is there anything to watch out for in Problem Child?

Accepted Answer

Pervasive pranks and slapstick humor; Some property damage and minor injuries; Occasional mean-spirited jokes. Violence is mild, language is mild, scary moments are mild, romance or sensuality is none to speak of, and substance use is none to speak of.

Question 4

What are the positive themes in Problem Child?

Accepted Answer

The challenges of parenting; Unconditional love; Finding where you belong.

Question 5

What can families talk about after watching Problem Child?

Accepted Answer

Understanding different family dynamics; Coping with challenging behavior; The importance of honesty.

Question 6

Where can I watch Problem Child?

Accepted Answer

Problem Child (1990) is available on Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store. Movie Knight links straight to each option on the title page.

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