Are you wondering if Is The Hill Movie Appropriate for Families and Kids? I had the opportunity to review the movie before it is out in theaters! This post is sponsored and contains affiliate links.

The Hill is based on a true story about Rickey Hill who is a pastor but went up against all odds and played MLB although growing up wearing braces.

Rickey’s dad only wanted him to be a pastor and he wanted to play baseball. He turns his father around by explaining how he chooses both in his life.

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Is The Hill Movie Appropriate for Families?

The remarkable true-life story of Ricky Hill’s improbable journey to play Major League Baseball. The movie opens in theaters on August 25, 2023.

What is the movie rated?

The movie is rated PG for parental guidance. There is quite a bit of smoking because of when it takes place. There is also some bad language throughout the movie.

Update. A reader mentioned the theatrical version of the movie compared to the screener had a different language. Here was his update, “I just got back from watching the theatrical version and I watched and listened very closely the entire time. While they removed MOST of the bad language, they did not remove all of it. Most of the instances of “damn” were replaced with “darn” or “dang” but one of them at the very end wasn’t. It definitely sounded like a clear “Take your damn base.”

What are the main themes of the movie?

This is a Christian-themed movie about perseverance. It is about faith and following your dream. You will be able to learn that all things are possible through God.

The good themes throughout the movie will make for such great conversations.

Is it too long for young kids?

The movie is just over 2 hours long if you are wondering. I believe it is a bit long for young kids but if they love baseball, Jesus, and movies then this one should keep their interest.

About 55 minutes into the movie, they show Rickey and his girlfriend as teenagers.

Does the movie have any controversial or sensitive themes?

No, it does not. This is a good Christian movie. It is definitely a movie that believers and nonbelievers could get behind with it being based on a true story.

Who is the real Rickey Hill?

Rickey Hill played for the minor leagues in the 1970s. He was an outfielder and first baseman. 

Fox Sports ran an article in 2020 about Rickey finally getting his ring. A team that Rickey played for, the 1978 Grays Harbor Loggers won the championship. He led the team in home runs and never got a ring.

The Hill Movie Quotes

There are several bible quotes in the film. Some that will fall deep into your heart!  Here are three inspirational quotes from the film.

About the movie:

The Hill stars amazing talent and is very inspirational!

Dennis Quaid as James Hill
Colin Ford as Rickey Hill
Joelle Carter as Hellen Hill, Rickey’s mother
Randy Houser as Ray Clemons, a man from Rickey’s childhood who encourages him to try out for the MLB
Jesse Berry as young Rickey Hill
Bonnie Bedelia
Scott Glenn as Red Murff, the MLB scout who discovers Rickey

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