Notable Differences Between Ratings: U - PG

U - PG

The main difference between these two ratings is the frequency with which unsuitable material is allowed to be shown.

• At 'U', NO discriminatory language or behaviour is allowed unless clearly disapproved of, whereas at 'PG' it is just 'unlikely to be acceptable'.
• At 'U', drug references must be less frequent than at 'PG'.
• At 'PG', fantasy settings can be a mitigating factor for more sustained and frightening sequences, however all horror must be very mild and brief at 'U' rating.
• The level of detail allowed in depiction of imitable behaviour is more lenient at 'PG' than at 'U' rating.
• The acceptable frequency of bad language is more lenient at 'PG'.
• At 'U' rating, any natural nudity must be 'occasional', while at 'PG' it is not specified.
• Physical sexual activity may be discussed implicitly at 'PG', however at 'U' only references to 'making love' are allowed.
• More serious themes are allowed at 'PG' than at 'U', however their treatment must still be appropriate for young children.
• Violence at 'U' rating must be 'mild', while at 'PG' it can be 'moderate' if in context and without detail.