BBFC: Age ratings
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Age Rating
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About BBFC: Age ratings
Find out the latest UK film and DVD/Blu-ray age ratings from the British Board of Film Classification
(BBFC).
The BBFC is independent and not-for-profit, and here to help everyone in the UK – especially children and families – choose age-appropriate films, videos and websites, wherever and however they watch or use them.
By regularly consulting with thousands of people across the country, and working closely with the film and digital industries, with educators and organisations dedicated to children’s welfare,
we are continually evolving the guidance we offer. So increasingly we are able to make a bigger difference in helping everyone – children, families and adults – choose well.
Use this app to find out the latest age ratings and ratings info of the content you’re thinking of watching - so you can choose what’s right for you and your family.
(BBFC).
The BBFC is independent and not-for-profit, and here to help everyone in the UK – especially children and families – choose age-appropriate films, videos and websites, wherever and however they watch or use them.
By regularly consulting with thousands of people across the country, and working closely with the film and digital industries, with educators and organisations dedicated to children’s welfare,
we are continually evolving the guidance we offer. So increasingly we are able to make a bigger difference in helping everyone – children, families and adults – choose well.
Use this app to find out the latest age ratings and ratings info of the content you’re thinking of watching - so you can choose what’s right for you and your family.
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What's New in the Latest Version 4.13.1
Last updated on Mar 30, 2023
Old Versions
Minor bug fixes and improvements to the user experience.
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Version History
4.13.1
Mar 30, 2023
Minor bug fixes and improvements to the user experience.
4.10.2
Feb 17, 2023
Minor bug fixes and improvements to the user experience.
4.9.1
Feb 16, 2023
Minor bug fixes and improvements to the user experience.
4.8.1
Feb 10, 2023
Minor bug fixes and improvements to the user experience.
4.7.6
Feb 8, 2023
Minor bug fixes and improvements to the user experience.
4.5.3
Nov 2, 2021
Minor bug fixes and improvements to the user experience
4.5.0
Jun 8, 2021
Bug fixes and performance improvements
4.4.0
Jan 25, 2021
Bug fixes and performance improvements
4.3.0
Dec 19, 2020
Bug fixes and performance improvements
4.1.0
Dec 11, 2020
Bug fixes and performance improvements
4.0.0
Dec 8, 2020
Cinema showtimes
Heading to see the latest blockbuster this week on the big screen? Discover showtimes at your local cinema.
Parental lock
View what’s right for you and your family by setting the parental lock and PIN. Looking for content suitable for your children? You can choose to display films and TV shows by U, PG or 12A age ratings.
Personalise your experience
Tailor your app experience for you and your family so you can choose content well. Choose to display films and TV shows by age rating, and explore our search filters with a family friendly age lock.
Updated look and feel
We’ve modernised the app and given it a fresh look. Discover age ratings, ratings info and cinema showtimes at your fingertips.
Heading to see the latest blockbuster this week on the big screen? Discover showtimes at your local cinema.
Parental lock
View what’s right for you and your family by setting the parental lock and PIN. Looking for content suitable for your children? You can choose to display films and TV shows by U, PG or 12A age ratings.
Personalise your experience
Tailor your app experience for you and your family so you can choose content well. Choose to display films and TV shows by age rating, and explore our search filters with a family friendly age lock.
Updated look and feel
We’ve modernised the app and given it a fresh look. Discover age ratings, ratings info and cinema showtimes at your fingertips.
3.4.2
Apr 4, 2020
iPad now supports playing trailers in picture-in-picture mode
Routine maintenance and bug fixes
Routine maintenance and bug fixes
3.4.1
Nov 12, 2019
Added a link to the BBFC guidelines
3.4
Oct 31, 2019
Updated with our new age rating symbols. To find out more visit http://bbfc.co.uk/parentsguide
3.3
Jan 17, 2019
- Refreshed design
- Read the latest 2019 BBFC Guidelines
- Bug fixes and performance improvements
- Read the latest 2019 BBFC Guidelines
- Bug fixes and performance improvements
3.2.1
Nov 12, 2018
Minor bugfixes and performance improvements
3.2
Jul 28, 2018
Added support for push notifications
3.1.1
Jun 30, 2018
Updated moments worth paying for trailer
3.1
Jun 3, 2018
Participate in the BBFC 2018 Guidelines survey from June 4th 2018
3.0.3
Jan 23, 2018
Updated Industry Trust trailer
3.0.2
Nov 1, 2017
Updated Industry Trailer
3.0.1
Aug 17, 2017
Updated trailer from the Industry Trust for IP Awareness
3.0
Jan 19, 2017
The BBFC app now supports iPad devices with a brand new design that makes it easy to find age ratings for upcoming and currently showing films as well as titles available on DVD/Blu-ray or Video-on-Demand services. In addition to our BBFCinsight, many films now have streamable trailers. You can also save favourites, share ratings with friends and family and listen to episodes of the BBFC podcast.
2.1.0
Jul 1, 2015
We've expanded the "About our ratings" section with our trailers for the 12A rating and BBFC insight. You can also access the current BBFC Guidelines.
2.0.1
Apr 23, 2015
Fixed crashing on launch for users who had the 12-hour clock set
Fixed issue displaying details of post-production changes
Updated for iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus
Fixed issue displaying details of post-production changes
Updated for iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus
BBFC: Age ratings FAQ
Click here to learn how to download BBFC: Age ratings in restricted country or region.
Check the following list to see the minimum requirements of BBFC: Age ratings.
iPhone
Requires iOS 13.0 or later.
iPad
Requires iPadOS 13.0 or later.
iPod touch
Requires iOS 13.0 or later.
BBFC: Age ratings supports English
