Is Way... Way Out appropriate for children?

# Way... Way Out - Parental Guide This 1960s sci-fi comedy about rival American and Soviet couples at a lunar weather station features Jerry Lewis's physical humor and is completely free of violence, profanity, and sexual content. It's lighthearted and silly—perfect for children who enjoy classic comedy, though younger viewers might find the pace slow.

What age is Way... Way Out suitable for?

Our verdict for Way... Way Out is: Generally safe. See the age grid on this page for specific recommendations by age group.

Is Way... Way Out safe for children? | ScreenWise Parent Guide

Content breakdown

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Violence

Mild

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Language / Profanity

None

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Sexual Content

None

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Horror / Scary

None

About this movie

Type

Movie

Released

1966

Rating

Genre

Comedy, Science Fiction

Synopsis

A platonically wed American couple run a lunar weather station near an unwed Soviet couple.

Cast

Jerry Lewis

Pete Mattemore

Connie Stevens

Eileen Forbes

Robert Morley

Harold Quonset

Dennis Weaver

Hoffman

Full cast on IMDb ›

Age suitability

Under 6

Not yet

Ages 6–8

With parent

Ages 9–12

Yes

Ages 13+

Yes

Where to watch

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Not recommended

Ratings based on MPAA/TV classification and TMDB metadata. Updated March 2026.
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