The Ref (1994)
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The Ref (1994)
Certified Parent-Safe
50.0% Audience Cringe Score (8 votes)*
Sex Scene
NO
Nudity
NO
Sexual Violence
NO
We've determined The Ref is SAFE to watch with parents or kids.
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Plot Summary
Caroline and Lloyd are a married couple constantly at each other's throats, masters at crafting acid-tongued barbs at the other's expense. Indeed, they are so obsessed with belittling each other that they never stop -- not even at gunpoint. The gunman is Gus, a thief on the run from the police, who kidnaps the couple as an insurance policy, planning to use their home as a hideout. But their incessant bickering proves more than Gus bargained for, forcing him -- for the sake of his own sanity -- into the unenviable role of peacemaker. To make things even worse for Gus, he discovers that he has taken the couple hostage the night of their big Christmas party, and the guests are already on the way. Not wanting to leave Lloyd and Caroline unattended, Gus opts to attend the party, pretending to be the couple's marriage counselor. This naturally leads to a series of comic confusions, as the hostage crisis and marital tensions head towards their inevitable conclusion.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does The Ref have nudity or sex scenes?
No, The Ref does not contain any nudity, sex scenes, or sexual violence.
Can I watch The Ref with my parents or kids?
Yes, The Ref is safe to watch with your parents or kids.
Is The Ref appropriate for kids?
Yes, The Ref is appropriate for kids based on its lack of sexual content.
* 50.0% of CringeMDB users flagged the content of The Ref as being inappropriate for children to watch with their parents because of either of a nude scene, a sex scene, or a scene depicting rape or sexual violence.