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Along Came Polly

2004

Reuben Feffer is a guy who's spent his entire life playing it safe. Polly Prince is irresistible as a free-spirit who lives for the thrill of the moment. When these two comically mismatched souls collide, Reuben's world is turned upside down, as he makes an uproarious attempt to change his life from middle-of-the-road to totally-out-there.

Ages 16+Source checked

Why this age? Frequent adult relationship themes include infidelity, explicit sexual situations, nudity, sexual references, and crude humor. The PG-13 rating supports older-teen guidance, though maturity varies. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Recommended age16+

Strongest cautions

  • Romance5/5
  • Sexual content & nudity4/5
  • Strong language3/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience3/5
  • Positive messages3/5
  • Creativity & curiosity2/5

What’s in it?

Products & advertising2/5
Why this rating?

General product placement typical of a Hollywood studio film.

Strong language3/5
Why this rating?

Frequent use of moderate language and crude sexual slang.

Romance5/5
Why this rating?

Central theme of the movie.

Frightening scenes1/5
Why this rating?

Not a scary film.

Sexual content & nudity4/5
Why this rating?

Includes crude sexual humor, verbal references, and scenes of nudity (including full-frontal male nudity and brief rear nudity).

Alcohol or drugs2/5
Why this rating?

Alcohol consumption is shown in social settings.

Violence1/5
Why this rating?

Includes slapstick humor and minor physical comedy.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience3/5
Why this rating?

Reuben gradually faces emotional vulnerability, uncertainty, and change instead of remaining governed by excessive caution.

Creativity & curiosity2/5
Why this rating?

Explores themes of artistic expression and improvisation.

Diverse representation2/5
Why this rating?

Features a diverse ensemble cast.

Kindness & empathy2/5
Why this rating?

Friendship, emotional support, and eventual honesty are present, but selfishness, betrayal, and insensitive comedy are also prominent.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

The story encourages personal growth, honesty, emotional commitment, and taking thoughtful risks rather than living solely by fear.

Good role models2/5
Why this rating?

Characters learn about honesty and commitment, but infidelity, impulsive choices, sexual behavior, and messy adult relationships limit their suitability as models.

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  1. What did courage look like in this story? Was being brave always the same as being fearless?
  2. How did relationships or romance affect the characters’ choices?
  3. Which choice in Along Came Polly would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in Along Came Polly, and what caused that change?
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