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The MPAA film rating system is a system used in the United States to rate a movie based on its content. It is one of various film rating systems used to help patrons decide which films may be appropriate for children. The system was instituted in 1968 and is voluntary; however, most movie theater chains will not show unrated films.

The ratings as they exist in 2007 are:

  • G - General Audience - Movie suitable for all ages
  • PG - Parental guidance suggested - Contains mature themes, may not be suitable for small children
  • PG-13 - Parents strongly cautioned - Contains mature themes, may not be suitable for children under 13 years old
  • R - Restricted - Contains mature themes (usually sex and/or violence). Children under 17 not admitted without an adult
  • NC-17 - No children under 17 admitted.
  • NR or Not Rated - Not an MPAA rating but, is found on back of some video cassettes and usually in commericals a couple months before the movie hits theateres and has not be reviewed yet.
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