OK for kids 6+
The Rock scores in cute (if predictable) comedy.
What Parents Need to Know
Parents need to know that this cute family comedy features football violence and pratfalls. Lots of people, including young girls, fall and only get minor injuries, and a parent's death is addressed. Peyton runs away to find her father and ends up in some very mildly perilous situations (being left alone at a club, etc.). It's worth noting that although the film makes fun of the insane commercialism of football, it also mentions more than a dozen products, and plugs the Disney Channel and Elvis movies.
- Families can talk about why kids want to see this movie -- because of the story, or because of Disney's marketing campaign? What usually makes you want to see a movie? Families can also discuss the importance of telling the truth and being generous. Why does Joe feel differently about his game after spending time with Peyton? And, parents, remind kids about why they need to stay with safe adults and not run off on their own, as Peyton does.
What to watch for
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Violence and scariness: Lots of football-related roughness, including sacks, tackles, and close-up shots of Joe being taken down. Joe breaks a rib and hurts his shoulder. Joe slaps another player and accidentally bumps into dancers, knocking them down and dropping others.
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Sexy stuff: Stella kisses a man when her team wins. Joe spends many scenes shirtless and lifting weights.
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Language: Not an issue
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Consumerism: Lots of brands and products are visible or mentioned in the film, including Chanel, ESPN, Cold Stone Creamery, Jell-O, iPods, the Bedazzler, BlackBerry, Dunkin Donuts, Nike, Dasani water, a Sidekick cell phone, and Cingular wireless. And, of course, shots of the Disney Channel and popular Disney shows like Hannah Montana are featured.
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Drinking, drugs and smoking: Adults drink at a party, but they don't appear drunk. Peyton shows she knows what a margarita is.
Fan Reviews provided by
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Really cute and sweet. Perfect for kids and adults. by moviefanwith3kids
Just a sweet movie with some funny scenes.
Good movie to take the kiddos to.
5
One of the Best movies Ive ever seen by tklp_777
Game Plan is one of the most touching movies that i have ever seen it was well done, right to the point movie. It had SUCH a wonderful story line I was completely overwelmed with emotion...it was a great movie. Funny, and loving, The Rock did a fantastic job! even tho it might not be his best he did a wonderful job, he also delievered! This Movie really delievered it was way better than i thought that it would be, and it was so moving, it gives such a powerful message also. I highly recommend this movie to families, and people of all ages it is a wonderful movie to watch with your friends. I think that it is a great Father-Daughter movie as well! You wont regret going to see this movie! It is worth every Pennie! Enjoy!
5
The Game Plan by cathyb811
Took my grandsons, ages 7 and 11 to see this movie. It was wonderful. No violence, no language, and no sex, implied or other wise. A great story, a must see for all ages. Loved it.
Cathy B
4
Predictable but fun by mom2four
It was a cute movie. It's rare to find clean movies anymore, without a bunch of language, sex and/or violence. It's good family fun!
5
GREAT FAMILY FILM by kamona_iwanna
THIS MOVIE IS WELL WORTH EVERY PENNY ... THE ROCK DID A WONDERFUL JOB BUT THE LITLE GIRL WHO PLAYS HIS DAUGHTER WAS FANTASTIC. THEY ALL DID A GREAT JOB. FANTASTIC STORY LINE... MY SON & I TRULY ENJOYED THE GAME PLAN FROM BEGINNING TO END. TRUST ME IF YOU WANT SOMETHING TO DO WITH THE KIDS THIS IS IT.
5
Best family movie of the year!! by mystic_spirit
We absolutely loved this movie. The story is creative and fairly believable and the acting is superb. The movie is funny and heart-warming and may bring a tear to a parent's eye....it sure did mine, but don't let that deter you!!
5
Game Plan by ibudjick
It was really nice to finally see a movie that didn't contain bad language or sexual content. This was a wonderful family movie that I would recommend to others.
5
Gand Plan by jollie
This movie was great, we've seen it 3 times I took my grand children and they loved it. Great movie for kids and big kids.
5
This is awsome!!!!!!!!! by rabby
This movie has many cute looks and funny ones to but this is a great movie for the whole family see. I am a kid my self it was hilarous!!!!!!!!!!!!!