Is The Smart Aleck appropriate for children?

# The Smart Aleck - Parent Guide A lighthearted comedy where a clever young man pretends to be foolish to win over his boss's daughter and save the business. With no violence, language, or sexual content, it's generally safe for children, though younger viewers might find the premise confusing or lose interest in the slower comedic moments.

What age is The Smart Aleck suitable for?

Our verdict for The Smart Aleck is: Generally safe. See the age grid on this page for specific recommendations by age group.

Is The Smart Aleck safe for children? | ScreenWise Parent Guide

Content breakdown

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Violence

Mild

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Language / Profanity

None

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Sexual Content

None

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Horror / Scary

None

About this movie

Type

Movie

Released

1966

Rating

Genre

Comedy

Synopsis

A smart young man is forced to pretend to be stupid in order to get a job in the office of a strict businessman, whose daughter he is in love with. By pretending to be stupid, he manages to save the businessman from making major mistakes, winning his sympathy.

Cast

Dimitris Papamichael

Miltiadis Miltou

Nikos Stavridis

Sokratis Panas

Mariana Kourakou

Julia Pana

Alekos Tzanetakos

Tzinos

Full cast on IMDb ›

Age suitability

Under 6

Not yet

Ages 6–8

With parent

Ages 9–12

Yes

Ages 13+

Yes

Where to watch

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Not recommended

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