PG (BBFC)

PG-rated content is suitable for general viewing. A PG should generally not unsettle a child aged around eight, although parents and caregivers should be aware that some scenes may be unsuitable for more sensitive children.

–BBFC

PG (full name: Parental Guidance) is a certificate given by the BBFC determining that a particular form of media is suitable for general viewing, but some content may not be suitable for young children. According to the BBFC, a PG-rated work shouldn't unsettle children aged 8 years old and older.

It is equivalent to the MPA's PG for movies, ESRB's E10+ for video games and TV-Y7(-FV)/TV-PG for television; however, there are some PG-13 rated films that were rated PG by the BBFC (such as The Mask (1994), Whale Rider (2002), and The Simpsons Movie (2006)), especially those released prior to the introduction of the 12 certificate in 1989.

History[]

The PG certificate was introduced in 1982 to replace the A certificate.

The BBFC PG rating was also used as an available classification for video games up until 2012, when PEGI ratings became legally binding.

List[]

As of June 8, 2023, there are over 43,000 PG rated titles according to IMDb. (list)

Content guidelines[]

Dangerous behaviour

Potentially dangerous behaviour that young children are likely to copy should not be detailed or presented as safe or fun. Realistic or easily accessible weapons such as knives should not be glamorised. Any focus on antisocial behaviour that young children are likely to copy is unlikely to be acceptable.

Discrimination

Discriminatory language or behaviour should be clearly disapproved of. Some language or behaviour may be permitted if justified by context (for example, reclaimed, historical, lack of discriminatory intent).

Drugs

References to illegal drugs or drug misuse should be brief and carry a suitable cautionary message.

Language

There may be mild bad language only.

Nudity

There may be nudity with no sexual context.

Sex

Sexual activity may be implied, but should be discreet and infrequent. There may be mild sex references and innuendo only.

Threat and scary scenes

Threat and scary scenes should not be prolonged or intense.

Violence

Violence will be mild, with more impactful moments permitted if justified by context. Injury detail, including sight of blood, should be brief.