NC-17

American  

[en-see-sev-uhn-teen] / ˈɛnˈsiˌsɛv ənˈtin /

abbreviation

1. Trademark. no children 17 and under: a rating assigned to a movie by the MPA advising that persons under the age of 18 will not be admitted to a theater showing the film.

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Etymology

Origin of NC-17

An American designation established as a replacement for the rating designation X ³ ( def. 8 ) in 1990

Example Sentences

An NC-17 rating precludes anyone under 17 from being admitted, with or without a parent of guardian.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 1, 2023

Earlier this year, Brandon Cronenberg’s “Infinity Pool” received an NC-17 but was recut for an R rating.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 19, 2023

“Guess what? We regulate NC-17 movies,” Moran said, referring to ratings intended to limit certain content to mature audiences.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 13, 2023

The ratings — G, PG, PG-13, R and NC-17 — have remained unchanged since 1990.

From New York Times • Jan. 27, 2023

Because a limited number of U.S. theaters will screen NC-17 movies, and advertising them is a challenge, filmmakers often work to avoid the label.

From New York Times • Jan. 27, 2023