Is Forrest Gump appropriate for children?

# Forrest Gump - Parental Guide While this heartwarming drama about an underestimated man's extraordinary life is rated PG-13, parents should know it contains strong sexual content and some moderate violence that may not suit younger children. The film's themes are mature, and it's best suited for teenagers rather than elementary-aged children.

What age is Forrest Gump suitable for?

Our verdict for Forrest Gump is: Not recommended. See the age grid on this page for specific recommendations by age group.

Is Forrest Gump safe for children? | ScreenWise Parent Guide

Content breakdown

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Violence

Moderate

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Language / Profanity

Mild

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Sexual Content

Strong

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Horror / Scary

Mild

About this movie

Type

Movie

Released

1994

Rating

PG-13

Genre

Comedy, Drama, Romance

Synopsis

A man with a low IQ has accomplished great things in his life and been present during significant historic events—in each case, far exceeding what anyone imagined he could do. But despite all he has achieved, his one true love eludes him.

Cast

Tom Hanks

Forrest Gump

Robin Wright

Jenny Curran

Gary Sinise

Lieutenant Dan Taylor

Sally Field

Mrs. Gump

Full cast on IMDb ›

Age suitability

Under 6

Not yet

Ages 6–8

Not recommended

Ages 9–12

Not recommended

Ages 13+

Not recommended

Where to watch

🎬 Find on Amazon

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Ratings based on MPAA/TV classification and TMDB metadata. Updated March 2026.
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