Logan Lucky – WISE Score & Parent Review | Screenwise

Logan Lucky

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68%

WISE Score

Avg. Tomatometer

A clever heist comedy where two brothers rob a NASCAR race—Ocean's Eleven meets the American South, with more charm than moral clarity.

7/10

92%

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Logan Lucky

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PG-13, 2017

68%

WISE Score

Avg. Tomatometer

A clever heist comedy where two brothers rob a NASCAR race—Ocean's Eleven meets the American South, with more charm than moral clarity.

92%

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Screenwise Verdict

Logan Lucky is a genuinely well-made heist comedy with strong reviews and clever writing. It's entertaining, funny, and showcases smart problem-solving. The challenge for parents is that it's fundamentally a crime caper where we're rooting for thieves.

For teens 13+, this can actually be a good conversation starter about economic inequality, desperation, and whether circumstances justify actions. The film doesn't glorify violence or show graphic content, but it does make crime look fun and clever.

It's a solid pick for older teens who can handle moral ambiguity and appreciate smart filmmaking. Just don't expect it to model great decision-making—unless you count 'how to plan an elaborate heist' as a life skill. (Let's hope not.)

Age Fit

Best for ages 13-17 who can appreciate clever plotting and handle morally-gray protagonists. Younger kids won't get the nuance, and adults might watch it but it's not really a 'family movie night' vibe—more of a 'let's see if the teen wants to watch something with us' option.

WISE Breakdown

Wholesome

A heist comedy that focuses on working-class brothers trying to improve their situation, with themes of family loyalty and resourcefulness. The tone is generally light and humorous rather than dark or cynical. However, it does center on criminal activity (theft) as the main plot, which complicates the 'models good behavior' aspect. The characters are portrayed sympathetically and the violence is minimal, but the core premise is still a crime caper.

Imaginative

Directed by Steven Soderbergh (though not credited in our data, this is a known fact), the film brings clever plotting and creative problem-solving to the heist genre. The premise of robbing a NASCAR race is inventive, and the execution involves elaborate planning and improvisation. The film invites viewers to appreciate the ingenuity of the scheme, even if they're not building or creating anything themselves. It's a smart, well-constructed caper with unexpected twists.

Safe

Common Sense Media rates it for age 13, which suggests moderate content concerns. As a PG-13 heist film, it likely contains some language, mild violence, and possibly brief adult themes. The 'Safe' score is moderate because while there's no indication of graphic content, heist films typically include tense moments, criminal activity, and potentially some profanity. No major trigger warnings appear in available data, but the crime-centric plot and likely PG-13 content (language, some intensity) prevent a higher safety score.

Enriching

Strong critical reception (92% RT critics, 78 Metacritic) suggests quality filmmaking and entertainment value. The film offers lessons about resourcefulness, family bonds, and working-class ingenuity. However, the enrichment is somewhat limited by the fact that the protagonists are criminals, which complicates ethical takeaways. It's entertaining and well-crafted, showing smart planning and execution, but the moral framework is questionable for younger viewers. More entertainment than deep enrichment.

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Why It Might Be Great

Smart, well-plotted heist film with creative problem-solving and unexpected twists that rewards attention
Strong family loyalty themes—these brothers stick together and use their wits to overcome obstacles
Excellent critical reception (92% RT) suggests quality filmmaking and genuine entertainment value
Celebrates working-class resourcefulness and ingenuity without being preachy or condescending
Lighter tone for a heist film—more comedy than thriller, making it accessible for teens

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What to Watch For

The heroes are literally criminals pulling off a robbery—not exactly role models, even if they're sympathetic
Likely PG-13 language and some tense moments during the heist sequences
Common Sense Media recommends 13+, so probably not for younger kids or sensitive viewers
The moral framework is 'stealing is okay if you're clever and likeable'—worth discussing with teens

Conversation Starters

"The brothers are portrayed as good guys even though they're stealing. How do you feel about that? Does it matter who they're stealing from?"
"What made their plan clever? Could you follow all the moving pieces, or were there parts that surprised you?"
"The movie shows people who feel stuck in their economic situation. Do you think that justifies what they did?"
"If you were going to plan an elaborate scheme (legal, of course!), what would it be? What skills would you need?"

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