PG-13

[pee-jee-thur-teen]

abbreviation

1. Trademark.,  parental guidance for children under 13: a rating assigned to a movie by the MPA advising parents that a film contains material they may deem unsuitable for children under the age of 13.

Word History and Origins

Origin of PG-13¹

An American designation established in 1984

Example Sentences

Rated: PG-13, for terror, bloody images and strong language Running time: 1 hour, 12 minutes Playing: In wide release Friday, Oct.

From Los Angeles Times

The film is so committed to its PG-13 rating that it manages to pull off some truly filthy, bawdy slapstick without exposing a frame of skin.

From Los Angeles Times

There isn’t a shiver of surprise about who gets the chomp, only disappointment that the fatalities are so bloodless — they’re mild even for PG-13.

From Los Angeles Times

They may be horror movies with training wheels, but they’re also teaching PG-13 audiences to maintain a healthy skepticism about the future.

From Los Angeles Times

This season’s diverse lineup, which includes family movies, R-rated horror films and now, a PG-13 superhero flick, gives audiences more reason to flock to theaters, Robbins said.

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