Content breakdown
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Not recommended
# Dirty Dancing - Parental Guide
While this classic romance features great dancing and music, it contains strong sexual content and themes that make it better suited for teens 15+. The story follows a young woman's relationship with an older dance instructor, including scenes with sexual situations. Language is mild and violence minimal, but the overall mature content warrants caution for younger children.
About this movie
Genre
Drama, Music, Romance
Synopsis
Expecting the usual tedium that accompanies a summer in the Catskills with her family, 17-year-old Frances 'Baby' Houseman is surprised to find herself stepping into the shoes of a professional hoofer—and unexpectedly falling in love.
Cast
Jennifer Grey
Frances "Baby" Houseman
Patrick Swayze
Johnny Castle
Cynthia Rhodes
Penny Johnson
Age suitability
Ages 9–12
Not recommended
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Ratings based on MPAA/TV classification and TMDB metadata. Updated March 2026.
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