A film classified as 'General' should be suitable for children of a school going age. However, as not every child will respond in the same way to particular themes, scenes and images, it is strongly recommended that parents/guardians - who know their own children best - consult the consumer advice available on this website before deciding what is appropriate.
-Irish Film Classification Office (IFCO)
G is a main classification issued by the Irish Film Classification Office (IFCO), for use in the Republic of Ireland. It is used for both movies and video, just like PG and 18. The classification in question determines a film is suitable for children of school going age.
Equivalent to: G for movies and TV-G/TV-Y for television.
Guidelines[]
According to the IFCO:
- Themes: "While a General certificate does not necessarily signify a 'children's picture', such films will not include themes or content that will upset younger children."
- Violence: "Children can cope with and enjoy some frightening content in the films they view (e.g., fairytale villains). A General certificate film may include such content but these sequences will be mild and unsustained, there will be an absence of blood or injury detail and any outcome will be reassuring."
- Sex/Nudity: "If present, such content will be very mild (e.g., kissing, dating, references to 'making love'). In certain circumstances, non-sexual nudity may be acceptable."
- Language: "General certificate films may include infrequent use of mild bad language and slang."
- Drugs: "There will be no drug use or drug references unless clearly set within an educational context."
Statistics[]
33 films for cinema release were given a G certificate by the IFCO (2021 Annual Report).
E.g., PAW Patrol: The Movie (consumer advice: No issues.)
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