Certification of Films

The British Board of Film Classification (BBFC) is the organisation responisble for film, DVD and some video game classification within the United Kingdom. The BBFC currently issues the following certificates:

Universal Children - suitable for all, but ecspecially made for children under 7 years of age.

Universal - All ages admitted, there is nothing unsuitable for children.

Parental Guidance - All ages admitted, but parents are advised that certain scenes may be unsuitable for children under 13.

Accompanied - Suitable for those aged 12 and over, children under 12 are admitted if they are accompanied by an adult at all times during the performance.

12 - Suitable for those aged 12 and over, no-one younger than 12 may rent or buy a 12 rated VHS, DVD or game.

15 - Suitable for those aged 15 and over, no-one younger than 15 may see a film rated 15 in cinema or rent or buy a 15 rated VHS, DVD or game.

18 - Suitable for those aged 18 and over, no-one younger than 18 may see a film rated 18 in cinema or buy or rent an 18 rated VHS, DVD or game.

Restricted 18 - suitable for those aged 18 and over, may only be shown at licensed cinemas and only to people aged 18 or over.