PG13

PG-13 is a film rating in the United States assigned by the Motion Picture Association (MPA). It indicates that some material may be inappropriate for children under 13 and that parents should exercise caution when allowing younger viewers to attend. It sits between PG and R, intended for films that may be more intense or mature than PG but do not meet the threshold for R. The MPAA introduced PG-13 in 1984; Red Dawn was the first film released with the rating. The creation aimed to address movies with stronger violence, language, or adult themes that still might appeal to teenagers and adult audiences without becoming fully restricted.

There are no public, prescriptive criteria; ratings are determined by the MPAA's ratings board using a combination of factors including violence, language, sexual content, drug use, and thematic elements. A typical PG-13 film may feature more intense action or humor, mild to moderate language, infrequent nudity, or suggestive material. It generally avoids explicit sexual content and graphic depictions of violence, though some scenes may be intense or disturbing.

PG-13 is widely used for a broad range of genres, including action, science fiction, fantasy, adventure, and family-oriented dramas. The rating system is enforced in the U.S. and influences international releases through local rating boards or distributors. It remains a common target for studios seeking teen and adult audiences while aiming to minimize the likelihood of an R-rating.