Mr. Smith Goes to Washington (1939) Parents Guide & Movie Info
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Mr. Smith Goes to Washington - Family Review

After the death of a United States Senator, idealistic Jefferson Smith is appointed as his replacement in Washington. Soon, the naive and earnest new senator has to battle political corruption.

1939 | 129 Minutes

No MPAA rating
IMDB: 8.1 ⭐️ Votes: 116,429

Content Warnings

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  • Violence
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    After getting sworn in, Mr. Smith punches every journalist he comes across

    During the filibuster, Taylor's thugs slap young boys, manhandle them, and even ram their car with a truck in order to stop them from spreading the truth

  • Profanity
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    A use each of "damn" and "jackass." "Damn" is drowned out by shouting, however.

  • Intense Scenes
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    In one scene, hired thugs ram their truck into a small car filled with young boys. The extent of the crash appears potentially fatal and may leave some feeling extremely disturbed.

    Mr. Smith collapses at the end of the filibuster, and for a moment it seems he might be seriously ill or worse.

    During the filibuster several gunshots are suddenly heard and we learn that someone has attempted suicide.

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