BBFC Certification

The British Board of Film Classification or BBFC for short is an organization, funded by the film industry and is responsible for the age ratings of films released in the UK. It has to give every new film release, DVD release and even video games a certificate which limits the age of person who can buy it.


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

Parental Guidance
General viewing, but certain scenes may be unsuitable for children under 8

12A
May be unsuitable for under 12s. Those aged under 12 are only admitted if accompanied by an adult at all times during the performance (cinema only).

12
Suitable only for those aged 12 and over. No-one younger than 12 can rent or buy a 12 rated VHS, DVD, Blue-ray Disc, UMD or game.

15
Suitable only for those aged 15 and over. Nobody younger than 15 can see a 15 film in a cinema. No-one younger than 15 can rent or buy a 15 rated VHS, DVD, Blue-ray Disc, UMD or game.

18
Suitable only for adults. Nobody younger than 18 may see an 18 film in a cinema. No-one younger than 18 can rent or buy an 18 rated VHS, DVD, Blue-ray Disc, UMD or game.

Restricted 18
For adults only.May only be shown at licensed cinemas or sold at sex shops, and only to people aged 18 or over.

Chart information from http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/British_Board_of_Film_Classification

By Joseph Mulhare