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MPAA: Motion Picture Association of America
This organization was established in order to popularize American movies. The MPAA is
involved in a variety of activities including bolstering movie export to overseas markets
and regulating pirated movies. Also, self-imposed restrictions are established regarding
the depiction of violence, sex, and discrimination within the United States. Rating
standards are strict, with even the most minor of images and words that are not of
concern in Japan subject to review.
U.S.TV: U.S. TV Parental Guideline Rating System
This is a rating system built into household TVs in the United States.
English: Canadian English Language Rating System
This is a Canadian English language rating system.
French: Canadian French Language Rating System
This is a Canadian French language rating system.
G: General Audience All ages admitted.
PG: Parental Guidance Some material may not be suitable for children.
PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned Some material may be inappropriate for children
under 13.
R: Restricted Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
NC-17: No One 17 and Under Admitted No One 17 and Under Admitted.
X: Adult Movie For adults only.
Not Rated Not Submitted For MPAA Review
N/A No restrictions.
TV-Y: All children This program is designed to be appropriate for all children.
TV-Y7: Directed to older children This program is designed for children age 7 and
above.
TV-G: General Audience Most parents would find this program suitable for all ages
(contains no violence, strong language, or sexual situations).
TV-PG: Parental Guidance Suggested The program contains material that parents may
find unsuitable for younger children, including a moderate amount of violence, sexual
content and scenes that could induce them to use rough language or act inappropriately.
TV-14: Parents Strongly Cautioned This program contains material that many parents
would find unsuitable for children under 14 years of age, including violence, sexual
content and scenes that could induce them to use rough language or act inappropriately.
TV-MA: Mature Audience Only This program is specifically designed to be viewed by
adults, and is generally not broadcast.
Not Rated1/2 No restrictions.