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Ocean's Eight

2018

Debbie Ocean, a criminal mastermind, gathers a crew of female thieves to pull off the heist of the century at New York's annual Met Gala.

Ages 13+Source checked

Why this age? PG-13 crime-comedy content includes planning and carrying out theft, deception, mild peril and action, some language, drinking, and emotionally mature themes; graphic violence and sexual content are limited. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Recommended age13+

Strongest cautions

  • Products & advertising3/5
  • Alcohol or drugs2/5
  • Frightening scenes2/5

Strongest positives

  • Creativity & curiosity4/5
  • Diverse representation3/5
  • Courage & resilience2/5

What’s in it?

Products & advertising3/5
Why this rating?

Luxury fashion, jewelry, the Met Gala and recognizable high-end products are prominent parts of the heist setting.

Death of a character1/5
Why this rating?

No deaths are shown or depicted.

Strong language2/5
Why this rating?

Occasional mild swearing and coarse language consistent with a PG-13 rating.

LGBTQIA characters2/5
Why this rating?

One character's romantic life is briefly referenced in a way that includes same-sex attraction.

Romance1/5
Why this rating?

Brief mentions of past relationships and flirtation as part of the heist.

Frightening scenes2/5
Why this rating?

Heist tension, security risks, and pursuit may feel suspenseful, but the lighthearted tone and lack of horror imagery keep fear moderate.

Sexual content & nudity1/5
Why this rating?

Contains some suggestive dialogue and innuendo.

Alcohol or drugs2/5
Why this rating?

Social drinking at events is shown.

Violence2/5
Why this rating?

Brief action, threats, confrontation and peril occur during the heist, but violence is generally mild and not central.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience2/5
Why this rating?

Characters take significant risks and face pressure with confidence and teamwork, though some risks serve a criminal goal.

Creativity & curiosity4/5
Why this rating?

The film strongly features inventive planning, disguise, improvisation and problem-solving in an elaborate heist.

Diverse representation3/5
Why this rating?

Features a diverse, multicultural cast of women in lead roles.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

Incidental exposure to art history and high-fashion industry dynamics.

Kindness & empathy2/5
Why this rating?

Strong emphasis on loyalty and collaboration among the team members.

Positive messages2/5
Why this rating?

Emphasizes loyalty, teamwork, competence and self-determination, while presenting elaborate theft and deception as entertaining but risky.

Good role models2/5
Why this rating?

The women are resourceful, loyal and capable, though their central plan involves calculated criminal behavior.

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  1. What was the most imaginative idea in the story, and what would you add to it?
  2. Did products, possessions, or buying things matter to the story? What message did that send?
  3. Which choice in Ocean's Eight would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in Ocean's Eight, and what caused that change?
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