A Man Called Otto parents guide: Is the Tom Hanks movie okay for kids?

If Tom Hanks is doing any kind of project, you know you can definitely count us in! One of the actor’s films that is a must-watch is 2022 movie, A Man Called Otto. The Sony Pictures film first made its theatrical release in December 2022 and lucky for us, now it’s coming to Netflix on May 6, 2023. Is it appropriate for kids?

Though it was released last year, the production hasn’t streamed on any other platform except for being available on-demand. Thanks to a deal between Sony and Netflix, the streaming service gets the exclusive streaming rights to add the studio’s films to its catalog. Projects are added to Netflix within six months of their release in theaters. For the movie, it’s been around four months since it was on the big screen.

The comedy-drama, directed by Marc Forster, follows Otto Anderson (Hanks), who has a grumpy outlook on life following the death of his wife. But that changes when a “lively young family” moves in right next door, per the synopsis. Marisol, played by Mariana Treviño, has him see life differently which turns into an unlikely friendship. Perhaps the titular character learns that family can be found “in the most unexpected places.”

It’s a heartwarming film about love and family. So does that mean it’s ok to watch with your kids? We’ve got the answer for you below!

What is A Man Called Otto’s age rating?

A Man Called Otto is rated PG-13, which stands for “parents strongly cautioned.” This specifically addresses those who are under 13 years old. According to the Motion Picture Association, the movie received the PG-13 age rating due to the language used, as well as mature thematic material involving suicide attempts.

Those who join Hanks and Treviño onscreen are Tom’s son Truman Hanks as a young Otto Anderson, Rachel Keller as Otto’s wife Sonya, Manuel Garcia-Rulfo as Tommy, and Cameron Britton as Jimmy.

A Man Called Otto begins streaming Saturday, May 6, 2023 on Netflix.