PG-13

The American President

Why can't the most powerful man in the world have the one thing he wants most?

1995 • 113 min • Drama · Romance

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Synopsis

Widowed U.S. president Andrew Shepherd, one of the world's most powerful men, can have anything he wants -- and what he covets most is Sydney Ellen Wade, a Washington lobbyist. But Shepherd's attempts at courting her spark wild rumors and decimate his approval ratings.

Our family guide

Best from age 13

Movie Knight Score

802 reviews

65 Audience · 802 · 100%

Widowed President Andrew Shepherd falls for lobbyist Sydney Ellen Wade, sparking D.C. gossip and a drop in approval ratings. He navigates a new romance amidst political pressures and public scrutiny. This romantic drama explores the challenges of balancing personal life with public office.

Violence & peril: 1/10
Language: 3/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking: 3/10
Romance & sensuality: 3/10
Scary moments: 1/10

Heads up

Some suggestive remarks and kissing
Occasional mild language
Social drinking shown frequently
Brief arguments and political maneuvering

What it models well

Integrity in leadership
Commitment to values
Respectful relationships
Civic duty

Talk about it after

The role of the press in public life
Balancing personal desires with public responsibility
How political campaigns influence issues
Speaking up for what you believe in

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