Can a 17 year old watch a 18 rated movie?

Can I watch an adult film at 17? You can watch R-rated movies at age 17; for NC-17 films, you need to be at least 18.

Can you get into an 18 movie at 17?

No one younger than 18 can go and see an 18 rated film in the cinema. No one younger than 18 may rent or buy an 18 rated video, DVD or download.

Can 17 year olds watch rated R movies?

Patrons 17 to 20 years of age may only purchase more than one ticket if they are able to provide photo I.D. for proof of age for each additional ticket being purchased. As per the MPAA's film rating policy, patrons under the age of 17 will require an accompanying parent or guardian to attend an "R" rated film.

Can 17 year old see R-rated movie with parent?

R - Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian. Contains some adult material. Parents are urged to learn more about the film before taking their young children with them.

Can a minor go to a rated R movie with someone over 18?

R: Restricted - Under 17 requires accompanying parent or guardian. Children under 17 are not allowed to attend R-rated movies unless accompanied by a parent or legal guardian 25 years of age or older.

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Can a 17 year old take a 16 year old to R-rated movie?

R: Restricted - Under 17 requires accompanying parent or guardian. Children under 17 are not allowed to attend R-rated movies unless accompanied by a parent or legal guardian 25 years of age or older.

Can a 17 year old watch a rated R movie with a 16 year old?

In the U.S., anyone under the age of 17 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian over the age of 21 to watch an R rated movie.

Can a 17 year old watch a rated a movie?

1. Nowadays they don't check the age nor do they ask any i'd proofs. 2. Its all good because you are accompanied by an adult they don't usually check if that is the case (only if a set of teenagers come together they usually ask for proof).

Do movie theaters actually ID?

Yes, the MPAA guidelines state that an R rating means an unaccompanied minor must be 17 to purchase a ticket. Be sure to have ID with you, as some cinemas strictly enforce this policy.

Do cinemas ask for ID?

Our staff are legally required to ask for proof that you are old enough to watch an age restricted film if they have any doubt.

Does AMC ask for ID?

Yes, every time. AMC Stubs A-List is for one person only – the account holder. To protect your account benefits, we will require a valid photo ID for admittance to the theatre.

Can a 19 year old take a 17 year old to watch a rated R movie?

AMC Requires Adult Supervision For Guests Under 17 in R-Rated Movies. AMC policies specific to R-Rated titles include children under 6 are not allowed at R-Rated movies after 6pm at any theatre. Guests under 17 must be accompanied by a guardian who is 21 or older.

How do you get into a 18 movie?

Are cinemas strict on age?

What are age ratings for films? Age ratings are recommendations for parents and carers to help them decide what is appropriate for their child depending on what stage of development they are at. Legally, these must be followed by cinemas, and no one under the age of 12, 15 or 18 can purchase a film with those ratings.

Do they check ID for rated R?

Yes, the MPAA guidelines state that an R rating means an unaccompanied minor must be 17 to purchase a ticket. Be sure to have ID with you, as some cinemas strictly enforce this policy. Thanks!

Can you go to jail for sneaking into an R-rated movie?

If when you say "sneak" into an "R" rated movie, you mean not paying for a ticket, yes, this can be prosecuted no different than any other theft of services. Depending on the individual and past criminal history, most likely would not result in jail time, and if so, minimal at most.

How do you show ID in cinema?

What's the difference between 18A and R?

18A – 18 Accompaniment – Persons under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. Additionally, admittance restricted to people 14 years of age or older in the Maritimes and Manitoba. R – Restricted – Admittance restricted to people 18 years of age or older.

Is TV-MA worse than rated R?

Although the TV-MA rating suggests a program is technically made for 17-year-olds (18 in some cases), programs with this rating can sometimes be more graphic and severe than what R-rated movies would typically allow, thanks to the existence of premium cable networks and certain online streaming services.

What age is TV-MA for?

TV-MA - these programs are intended to be viewed by mature, adult audiences and may be unsuitable for children under 17.

Can a 15 year old see an R-rated movie with a 17 year old?

As per the MPAA's film rating policy, patrons under the age of 17 will require an accompanying parent or guardian to attend an "R" rated film. Regal will not sell tickets to any person under the age of 17 for an "R" Rated film (18 where applicable).

Why do you have to be 17 to see a rated R movie?

R-rated movies containing graphic violence, nudity and bad language are all many factors a child will be exposed to some time in their lifetime. Prohibiting a teen from watching a movie only shelters them. In fact, allowing exposure to such content can open up conversations about similar real-world scenarios.

Can a 17 year old take a 11 year old to a PG-13 movie?

Parents are urged to be cautious. Some material may be inappropriate for pre-teenagers. While The Motion Picture Association of America recommends that children under 13 do not see PG-13 movies, there is no magical age.

Can a 17 year old take a 12 year old to a PG-13 movie?

G and PG movies mean that anyone can go into them. PG-13 movies, only people that are over 13 or have an adult with them can go see it. R movies, only people over 17 or have an adult with them can go see it. NC-17 movies, no one under 17, even with an adult, can go see it.

What does it mean if a movie is 18+?

Restricted (X 18+)

X 18+ films are restricted to adults. This classification is a special and legally-restricted category due to sexually explicit content including actual sexual intercourse or other sexual activity between consenting adults.