Information for Parents

The King's Speech

The King's Speech

Common Sense Media Age 14

Parents Need To Know

Positive Messages
The film has a stirring message: Our biggest limitations are the voices in our head that remind us of all of our imperfections and failures. But they're only voices, and our will and perseverance are stronger than our fears. Communication, integrity, and humility are major themes. The film has some classist overtones, but they’re placed within historical context.
Positive Role Models & Representations
Violence
A character struggles with his temper, which is fueled by frustration.
Sex
A king abdicates from the throne because of his involvement with a divorcee. There are references to her "talents" behind closed doors.
Language
Strong language includes "bastard," "bloody," "tits," "damn," "ass," "hell," and "bugger." And in one memorable scene, a man yells out a stream of words like "s--t" and "f--k."
Consumerism
Not applicable
Education Value
Ease of Play
Privacy
Some social drinking (sherry, whisky, wine).
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