The Best of Times
Teens

The Best of Times

Best from age 12 · PG-13 · 1986 · 104 min

The Best of Times

Jack, a man haunted by a dropped pass in his high school football days, convinces his old teammates to replay the game against their fierce rivals. This heartwarming comedy explores his quest for redemption and rekindling community spirit in a small town.

What's in it

0 = none · 10 = intense

Violence & peril

Mild

2/10

Language

Moderate

3/10

Drinking, drugs & smoking

Moderate

3/10

Romance & sensuality

Mild

1/10

Scary moments

None

0/10

Heads up

  • Some crude humor and mild language.
  • Characters drink alcohol in social settings.
  • Football action can be a bit rough.

Models well

  • Redemption
  • Teamwork and friendship
  • Community spirit
  • Overcoming past regrets

Talk about it after

  • The importance of trying again, even after failure.
  • How community events can bring people together.
  • The impact of past events on present feelings.
  • What it means to be a good sport, win or lose.
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