Power Ballad parents guide

Power Ballad Parent Guide

Time to set the record straight.

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Theaters: After an unexpected jam session with a famous musician, a wedding singer finds that one of his songs has been stolen.

Release date June 5, 2026

Violence
Sexual Content
Profanity
Substance Use

Why is Power Ballad rated R? The MPAA rated Power Ballad R for language throughout and some drug use.

Run Time: 98 minutes

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Directed by John Carney. Starring Paul Rudd, Nick Jonas, Peter McDonald. Running time: 98 minutes. Theatrical release June 5, 2026. Updated May 24, 2026

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Why is Power Ballad rated R? Power Ballad is rated R by the MPAA for language throughout and some drug use.

Frequent use of the sexual expletive and variations, some in a sexua context; frequent use of scatological slang; infrequent use of cursing, profanity, and vulgar expressions.
Infrequent portrayals of hand-to-hand and weapons violence - no blood or detail.
Infrequent portrayals of alcohol, tobacco, and cannabis use in a recreational context.

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