The British Board of Film Classification (BBFC) is an independent, non-governmental body funded through the fees the charge others when wanting to get their films or videos to be classified.
Universal-Suitable for all
It is impossible to predict what might upset a particular child, but a ‘U’ film should be suitable for all children aged 4 and above. Films that are classified ‘U’ should be within a positive moral framework and should offer reassuring counterbalances to and violence, threat or horror.
Parental Guidance- general viewing, but some scenes may be unsuitable for young children
A ‘PG’ film should not cause any problems to a child aged around 8 or older, so children of any age can watch. However, parents are advised to consider whether the content may upset their child.
Suitable for 12 years
The ‘12’ category only exists for video works. No one younger than 12 can buy or rent a ‘12’ rated film.
Suitable for 12 years and over
No one younger than 12 can see a ‘12A’ film in a cinema unless they are accompanied by an adult, a film classified as ‘12A’ is not recommended for a child below 12. An adult may take any younger if they believe that the film is suitable.
Suitable for only 15 year and over
No one younger than 15 may see a ‘15’ film in a cinema, no one younger than 15 may rent or buy a ‘15’ rated film.
Suitable only for adults
No one younger than 18 may see an ‘18’ rated film in a cinema, no one younger than 18 may rent or buy and ‘18’ rated film. At this age adults should be free to choose their own entertainment, hard use of drugs and strong violence/sex references along with strong sexual activity is generally allowed.
To be shown only in specially licensed cinemas, and to adults of not less than 18 years
The ‘R18’ category is a special and legally restricted classification primarily for explicit works. films may only be shown to adults in specially licensed cinemas.
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