Question 1

What age is The Sure Thing appropriate for?

Accepted Answer

Movie Knight rates The Sure Thing (1985) best from about age 13. Two college students, polar opposites, are unexpectedly paired on a cross-country hitchhiking trip to California. As they navigate various challenges and each other's company, they slowly realize their differences might be exactly what they need. It's a charming coming-of-age story about finding love in unexpected places.

Question 2

What is The Sure Thing rated?

Accepted Answer

The Sure Thing (1985) 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 Sure Thing?

Accepted Answer

Some crude humor and language.; Alcohol consumption by college students.; A few suggestive comments.; Hitchhiking is depicted as common.. Violence is mild, language is mild, scary moments are none to speak of, romance or sensuality is mild, and substance use is moderate.

Question 4

What are the positive themes in The Sure Thing?

Accepted Answer

Embracing differences; Personal growth; Unexpected connections; Perseverance.

Question 5

What can families talk about after watching The Sure Thing?

Accepted Answer

How first impressions can be misleading.; The value of compromise in relationships.; What makes a "sure thing" in life.; Learning from diverse perspectives..

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