Match Point (2005)

Match Point parents guide

No surprises for an R: moderate sex and nudity, and some violence.

Scare

Not scary

Jump scares

None noted

Gore

No gore

Violence

Some violence

Some fighting or peril.

Sex and nudity

Moderate

Moderate means a sex scene or nudity on screen, even brief, or sexual violence that is described or implied but never shown.

Language

Moderate

Some strong profanity, a few f-words.

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Three questions

Is Match Point scary?

No. Match Point is not a scary watch.

How gory is Match Point?

No gore and some violence. Squeamish viewers are fine here.

What is Match Point rated, and is it OK for kids?

It is an R, with moderate sex and nudity, and some strong language. Keep it for adults.

What is Match Point about?

Chris, a former tennis pro, takes a job as an instructor and befriends his wealthy young student, Tom. After being introduced to his family, Chris is soon engaged to Tom's sister, Chloe. Despite the professional and financial advantages that this relationship affords him, Chris becomes obsessed with Tom's fiancee, American actress Nola.

Cast and crew

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