Do cinemas ask for ID?

Our staff are legally required to ask for proof that you are old enough to watch an age restricted film if they have any doubt. In order to prove your age we require official I.D. that includes a photo and date of birth such as a passport or driver's license. (We accept photocopies of passports.

How to get into a cinema without ID?

Use a ticket stub.

If an older friend or sibling is willing to buy you a ticket but the theater still won't allow accompanied children into the movie, have your friend or sibling buy a ticket for themselves. Ask them to head inside to have their ticket torn by staff.

Do they id you for movies?

A patron desiring to purchase multiple tickets must provide a valid photo I.D. for each ticket they purchase. Ushers may conduct additional photo I.D. checks for MPAA guideline adherence at the doorman's post and theatre checks.

Can a 16 year old watch a 18 movie?

Films, videos and downloads rated 18 are not suitable for children. No one younger than 18 can go and see an 18 rated film in the cinema. No one younger than 18 may rent or buy an 18 rated video, DVD or download.

Can a 14 year old watch a 15 film at the cinema?

(12A) 12A No-one younger than 12 may see a '12A' film in a cinema unless accompanied by an adult. Responsibility for allowing under-12s to view lies with the accompanying or supervising adult. (15) 15 No-one younger than 15 may see a '15' film in a cinema.

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Can a 13 year old watch an 18 at the cinema?

No one younger than 18 may see an 18 film in a cinema.

What age can child go to cinema alone?

Children under 8 years old cannot attend a screening unaccompanied (regardless of film certification). They should be accompanied by an adult aged 18 years or older.

Can a 17 year old go to the movies alone?

As per the MPAA's film rating policy, patrons under the age of 17 will require an accompanying parent or guardian to attend an "R" rated film. Regal will not sell tickets to any person under the age of 17 for an "R" Rated film (18 where applicable).

What is the age limit to watch movies?

Rated G: General audiences – All ages admitted. Rated PG: Parental guidance suggested – Some material may not be suitable for children. Rated PG-13: Parents strongly cautioned – Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13. Rated R: Restricted – Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

Does AMC check ID for Rated R?

AMC Requires Adult Supervision For Guests Under 17 in R-Rated Movies. AMC policies specific to R-Rated titles include children under 6 are not allowed at R-Rated movies after 6pm at any theatre. Guests under 17 must be accompanied by a guardian who is 21 or older. Please be prepared to show ID at the theatre.

Why do theaters check ID?

It's what the movie industry did to try to forestall governmental regulation. If a theater doesn't check i.d., the police aren't involved; but the MPAA quite possibly has sanctions it can impose, or encourage studios to impose.

Do Theatres check ID for rated R?

Persons under 17 must be accompanied throughout the entire feature by an adult 21 or over for any R-rated feature. ID is required.

Do you have to be over 18 to go to the cinema?

Anyone 5 years and over can be admitted to films classified as U or PG. Children under 12 can be admitted to films classified as 12A but only if accompanied by an adult (i.e. someone over the age of 18). Nobody under the age of 15 can be admitted to films classified as 15.

Do you need ID to get into a 14A movie?

Any person seeking admission to a 14A or 18A film who, in the opinion of theatre staff, does not appear to be at least 18 years of age will be asked to produce PHOTO IDENTIFICATION. Parental permission is not sufficient.

Can you see a PG 13 movie without a parent?

Originally Answered: Does a parent need to accompany child at PG-13 rated movie? A parent does not need to accompany a child to a PG-13 rated movie. Only R-rated movies require children to be accompanied by their parents.

Can 12 year olds go to a rated R movie alone?

The R-rating doesn't ban children under 17 from a movie, it restricts them to watching it with a parent or guardian (and includes a recommendation that parents and guardians learn more before allowing their child to see the movie).

Can a 16 year old take a 8 year old to a 12 movie?

No. However, the BBFC considers the content of 12A rated films to be suitable for children aged 12 and over, and we would not recommend taking very young children to see them. Works classified at these categories may upset children under 12 or contain material which many parents will find unsuitable for them.

Can a 17 year old take a 16 year old to an R movie?

Restricted: R - Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian. Contains some adult material. Parents are urged to learn more about the film before taking their young children with them.

What is the age rating for 3%?

It includes extreme nudity from both sides. Warning 18+.

How long can a 9 year old stay home alone in Texas?

Texas law doesn't specify what age is old enough for a child to stay home alone. However, if you decide to leave a child under 15 at home alone and something bad happens – such as a fire, injury or crime – you could find yourself facing criminal abandonment charges.

Can a 16 year old watch don't look up?

Don't Look Up is Rated R for language throughout, some sexual content, graphic nudity and drug content which means it may not be suitable for kids under 17.

At what age should you let your child go out with friends?

Some kids may be ok to go out with friends around the neighborhood at 11 years old and others may not be ready until closer to 13 years old. You know your child best, and if they haven't mastered skills such as crossing a street, stranger danger, or being honest to you in general, they may not be ready.

What does it mean when a movie is 18?

What does the 18 symbol mean? Films rated 18 are for adults. No-one under 18 is allowed to see an 18 film at the cinema. No 18 rated works are suitable for children.

What does R16 mean for movies?

R16 - Restricted

It is illegal for anyone to show or sell this to someone under 16 years of age.