The Aeronauts age rating: How old do you have to be to watch The Aeronauts?

The Aeronauts is the latest biopic, reuniting Felicity Jones and Eddie Redmayne. The movie based on true events follows James Glaisher, a meteorologist who enlists the help of a daredevil pilot fly his hot air balloon. The Aeronauts stars some of the UK’s most beloved stars – but how old do you have to be to see it?

***WARNING: Mild spoilers for The Aeronauts below***

How old do you have to be to watch The Aeronauts?

The Aeronauts, according to the BBFC (British Board of Film Classification) has been rated PG, meaning anyone can go see the film.

However, the marker means Parental Guidance, meaning some scenes may be unsuitable for young children.

To give parents an idea of who should see a PG movie, the BBFC says: “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.”

With regards The Aeronauts, there are particular moments in the movie which may upset some children.

The BBFC says: “There are scenes in which characters are placed in dangerous situations when they fly through storms and to heights at which they are exposed to very cold conditions.

“There is brief injury detail including scenes of frostbite and some bloody head injuries after a fall.

“There is also very mild bad language (god, damn.)”

Is The Aeronauts suitable for teenagers?

According to the BBFC, the movie should be suitable for children older than the age of eight, meaning teenagers should be fine to watch the movie.

Along with that, teenagers may be suitable guardians to accompany younger children to the film, meaning parents may be able to send their children to the cinema together.

Of course, parents should practise discretion as all children are different, meaning some children and even teenagers may still find certain aspects of the film upsetting.

With this being said, it is important for parents to read the guidelines as much as possible.

What is The Aeronauts about?

According to Amazon Studios, who made the film, the synopsis reads: “Felicity Jones and Eddie Redmayne reunite in the thrilling drama written by Jack Thorne. 

“Set in 1862, The Aeronauts follows wealthy young widow Amelia Wren (Jones) and headstrong scientist James Glaisher (Redmayne), as they mount a balloon expedition to fly higher than anyone in history. 

“This is a journey to the very edge of existence, where the air is thin and the chances of survival are slim. 

“As their perilous ascent reveals their true selves, this unlikely pair discover things about each other – and themselves – that helps each of them find their place in the world they have left behind.”

The Aeronauts is in cinemas now