updates | April 30, 2026

Is M worse than R?

Rated G: Suggested for general audiences. Rated M: Suggested for mature audiences – Parental discretion advised. Rated R: Restricted – Persons under 16 not admitted, unless accompanied by parent or adult guardian. Rated X: Persons under 16 not admitted.

Can 13 year olds watch M movies?

Films classified M (Mature) contain content of a moderate impact and are recommended for teenagers aged 15 years and over. Children under 15 may legally access this material because it is an advisory category.

What is M rating in NZ?

M – suitable for mature audiences 16 years of age and over Examples of the symbols for restricted classifications are: 18 – restricted to persons 18 years and over. 16 – restricted to persons 16 years and over.

Which is worse rated R or TV-MA?

TV-MA is a more severe rating than R. TV-MA is the equivalent of NC-17 in the US. Note that R and MA are used by two different groups. The MPAA (Motion Picture Association of America) uses a rating system that you can review here where R is the second most severe, coming up behind NC-17.

Is R-rated a 15?

The only major difference is the R rating, which has no direct equivalent – although most R-rated films get a 15 certificate, in Britain under-15s are not admitted even with an accompanying adult. It should also be noted that the MPAA and BBFC apply differing principles to films.

Can a 12 year old watch M rated movies NZ?

Have you ever been faced with a pleading 12 year-old who wants to see an M movie and you aren’t really sure if you should let them? While an M classification means the film is unrestricted – anyone can see it – it is more suitable for older viewers.

Can a 10 year old go to AM rated movie?

M – Recommended for mature audiences Some content in M rated movies may not be suitable for audiences under 15 years of age. There are no restrictions on audience members to an M rated movie, however it is advised that parents or guardians approve of the movie prior to purchasing tickets.

Can a 13 year old see a 15 film?

A PG film should not unsettle a child aged around eight or older. Unaccompanied children of any age may watch, but parents are advised to consider whether the content may upset younger, or more sensitive, children. Anyone under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. No one younger than 15 may see a 15 film in a cinema.

Should I let my 13 year old watch Joker?

“Joker is rated R, and for good reason. There’s lots of very, very rough language, brutal violence, and overall bad vibes. It’s a gritty, dark, and realistic Taxi Driver-esque depiction of one man’s descent into madness. It’s not for kids, and they won’t like it, anyway.