Question 1

What age is The Pick-up Artist appropriate for?

Accepted Answer

Movie Knight rates The Pick-up Artist (1987) best from about age 13. Jack, a charming womanizer, unexpectedly falls for Randy, a woman burdened by her alcoholic father's gambling debts to the mob. He tries to help her, leading to comical and dangerous situations as they navigate romance and criminal underworld entanglements.

Question 2

What is The Pick-up Artist rated?

Accepted Answer

The Pick-up Artist (1987) is rated PG-13. 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 The Pick-up Artist?

Accepted Answer

Discussions of gambling addiction and its impact; Mild romantic situations and innuendo; Some perilous situations involving mobsters. Violence is mild, language is mild, scary moments are mild, romance or sensuality is moderate, and substance use is moderate.

Question 4

What are the positive themes in The Pick-up Artist?

Accepted Answer

Helping others; Love and commitment; Personal growth.

Question 5

What can families talk about after watching The Pick-up Artist?

Accepted Answer

The true meaning of love vs. fleeting attraction; The dangers of gambling addiction and debt; Standing up to difficult circumstances.

Question 6

Where can I watch The Pick-up Artist?

Accepted Answer

The Pick-up Artist (1987) is available on Amazon Video, Oldflix. Movie Knight links straight to each option on the title page.

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