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Film Classifications

All film classification decisions are based on the British Board of Film Classification’s (BBFC) published and regularly updated guidelines.

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Coming to see a film that is Certificate 12A, 15 or 18?

Make sure you have photographic ID with you to avoid being turned away.

If you’re wondering what we can accept as photographic ID, here’s a handy list:

Passport*

Full/Provisional driver’s licence

Government approved ID card**

*A photocopy is fine as long as all information is clear.  **For example “My ID Card” or “Post Office EasyID” 

Any form of ID must have both a photo and a date of birth clearly visible.

Classification Overview

TBC Rating Symbol

To be confirmed

In some instances, films are not certified before the website is uploaded.
U Universal Rating Symbol

U Universal – Suitable for all

A U film should be suitable for audiences aged four years and over, although it is impossible to predict what might upset any particular child. U films should be set within a positive framework and should offer reassuring counterbalances to any violence, threat or horror. If a work is particularly suitable for pre-school children, this will be indicated in the ratings info.
Parental Guidance Symbol

Parental Guidance

General viewing, but some scenes may be unsuitable for young children. A PG film should not unsettle a child aged around eight or older. Unaccompanied children of any age may watch, but parents are advised to consider whether the content may upset younger, or more sensitive, children.
12A Certificate Symbol

12A with Parental Guidance

Films classified 12A contain material that is not generally suitable for children aged under 12. No one younger than 12 may see a 12A film in a cinema unless accompanied by an adult. Adults planning to take a child under 12 to view a 12A film should consider whether the film is suitable for that child. To help them decide, we recommend that they check the Ratings info for that film in advance.
15 Certificate Symbol

Certificate 15

Suitable only for persons of 15 years and older. No one younger than 15 may see a 15 film in a cinema. Please note: proof of age may be required.
18 Certificate Symbol

Certificate 18

Suitable only for persons of 18 years and older. No one younger than 18 may see an 18 film in a cinema. Please note: proof of age may be required
TBC Rating Symbol
To be confirmed
In some instances, films are not certified before the website is uploaded.
U Universal Rating Symbol
U Universal – Suitable for all
A U film should be suitable for audiences aged four years and over, although it is impossible to predict what might upset any particular child. U films should be set within a positive framework and should offer reassuring counterbalances to any violence, threat or horror. If a work is particularly suitable for pre-school children, this will be indicated in the ratings info.
Parental Guidance Symbol
Parental Guidance
General viewing, but some scenes may be unsuitable for young children. A PG film should not unsettle a child aged around eight or older. Unaccompanied children of any age may watch, but parents are advised to consider whether the content may upset younger, or more sensitive, children.
12A Certificate Symbol
12A with Parental Guidance
Films classified 12A contain material that is not generally suitable for children aged under 12. No one younger than 12 may see a 12A film in a cinema unless accompanied by an adult. Adults planning to take a child under 12 to view a 12A film should consider whether the film is suitable for that child. To help them decide, we recommend that they check the Ratings info for that film in advance.
15 Certificate Symbol
Certificate 15
Suitable only for persons of 15 years and older. No one younger than 15 may see a 15 film in a cinema. Please note: proof of age may be required.
18 Certificate Symbol
Certificate 18
Suitable only for persons of 18 years and older. No one younger than 18 may see an 18 film in a cinema. Please note: proof of age may be required

Classification Overview

For more detailed information about BBFC rulings, and for information for parents regarding film classifications and their suitability, please see the document below. 

BBFC Website
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