Understanding the Labels
G
Anyone can be shown this. G films should have very low levels of things like frightening scenes. However, not all G level films are intended for family audiences and it is always a good idea to look at reviews and plot information before taking children to any film.
Anyone can be shown this. G films should have very low levels of things like frightening scenes. However, not all G level films are intended for family audiences and it is always a good idea to look at reviews and plot information before taking children to any film.
PG
Films with a PG label can be shown to anyone. The PG label means guidance from a parent or guardian is recommended for younger viewers. It is important to remember that PG films can be aimed at an adult audience and to be aware of the content of a film if you are taking children to it.
Films with a PG label can be shown to anyone. The PG label means guidance from a parent or guardian is recommended for younger viewers. It is important to remember that PG films can be aimed at an adult audience and to be aware of the content of a film if you are taking children to it.
M
Films with an M label can be shown to anyone. Films with an M label are more suitable for mature audiences. When considering whether to let a child see an M-rated film, it's a good idea to find out what the film is about - and to always remember to check the descriptive note.
Films with an M label can be shown to anyone. Films with an M label are more suitable for mature audiences. When considering whether to let a child see an M-rated film, it's a good idea to find out what the film is about - and to always remember to check the descriptive note.
R13, R15, R16, R18: it is illegal to show a restricted (red labelled) film to anyone under the age shown on the label (unless an exception is stated on the label).
Adults cannot give children permission to watch restricted films.
All films with red restricted labels have been classified by the Classification Office before release.
Adults cannot give children permission to watch restricted films.
All films with red restricted labels have been classified by the Classification Office before release.
RP13, RP16, RP18: The RP label means that the film can only be watched by someone under the age on the label if they are with a parent or guardian (an adult over 18). You will see these labels on films and DVDs. A parent, or cinema is breaking the law if they allow unaccompanied children to access these films.
R: means that there is a special restriction. Refer to the words on the right of the label for the full conditions.
Descriptive notes are designed to help people when they are deciding whether to watch a film. The notes indicate whether there is content in a film such as offensive language, sex scenes, violence, cruelty or other potentially disturbing or offensive material. Please be aware that violence or offensive language, for example, will generally be stronger in a restricted film than an unrestricted film.