Teens
Best from age 9 · PG-13 · 2003 · 110 min
TeensBest from age 9 · PG-13 · 2003 · 110 min · Comedy · Family · Music
The School of Rock
Reviewed by the Movie-Knight team · Updated
This hilarious musical comedy follows Dewey Finn, a free-spirited rock musician who cons his way into a fifth-grade substitute teacher role and secretly transforms his class into a rock band. Parents should be aware of some mild thematic elements related to rebellion and a few instances of language typical for a PG-13 rating, but the film ultimately champions creativity and self-expression. This movie is best enjoyed by kids aged 9 and up.
Is The School of Rock OK for kids, and for what age?
Teens. Movie Knight rates it best from age 9. Rated PG-13.
What's in it
0 = none · 10 = intenseViolence & peril
None0/10
Language
Mild2/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking
Mild1/10
Romance & sensuality
Mild1/10
Scary moments
None0/10
Heads up
- Some rebellious attitudes
- Minor instances of rude humor
- Impersonation and deception central to plot
Models well
- Embracing individuality
- Power of music
- Finding your passion
Talk about it after
- What does 'sticking it to the man' mean, and can it be done respectfully?
- How does Mr. S (Dewey) help the children discover their hidden talents?
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