Bend It Like Beckham
Movie (2002)
Who wants to cook Aloo Gobi when you can bend a ball like Beckham?
Jess Bhamra, the daughter of a strict Indian couple in London, is not permitted to play organized soccer, even though she is 18. When Jess is playing for fun one day, her impressive skills are seen by Jules Paxton, who then convinces Jess to play for her semi-pro team. Jess uses elaborate excuses to hide her matches from her family while also dealing with her romantic feelings for her coach, Joe.
What to expect
The sources do not establish violence. Unknown does not mean absent.
The good stuff
The film delivers themes of friendship, teamwork, and family support.
Bend It Like Beckham
Movie (2002)
Who wants to cook Aloo Gobi when you can bend a ball like Beckham?
Jess Bhamra, the daughter of a strict Indian couple in London, is not permitted to play organized soccer, even though she is 18. When Jess is playing for fun one day, her impressive skills are seen by Jules Paxton, who then convinces Jess to play for her semi-pro team. Jess uses elaborate excuses to hide her matches from her family while also dealing with her romantic feelings for her coach, Joe.
What to expect
The sources do not establish violence. Unknown does not mean absent.
The good stuff
The film delivers themes of friendship, teamwork, and family support.
Checked source notes
commonsensemedia.org — Movie 2003 PG-13 112 minutes
- Contains swearing including slurs and vulgar terms.
- Characters consume alcohol socially and some smoke.
- Features romance, kissing, innuendo, and brief partial nudity.
- Includes discussion of a childhood injury and family conflict.
- The film delivers themes of friendship, teamwork, and family support.
Checked 11 Sept 2026
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Sex & Nudity
Features romance, kissing, innuendo, and brief partial nudity.
Violence & Gore
Not described
Profanity
Contains swearing including slurs and vulgar terms.
Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking
Characters consume alcohol socially and some smoke.
Frightening Scenes
Includes discussion of a childhood injury and family conflict.
Positives & learning
Positive messages
The film delivers themes of friendship, teamwork, and family support.
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