

Originally rated NC-17 for sadistic graphic violence, bizarre sexuality/nudity, pervasive disturbing images and some strong language but was later edited to an R rating for strong bloody horror violence, pervasive language, sexual content/nudity and drug use. Originally rated X edited version rated R (1977) uncut version rated NC-17 (1990), rating surrendered.

Rated NC-17 "for extreme horror violence" You can help by adding missing items with reliable sources. This is a dynamic list and may never be able to satisfy particular standards for completeness. CARA began publishing the reasons for R ratings in 1990, and for all film ratings several years later. The list provides the reason the rating was given for some films. Otherwise, studios may choose to keep the rating for a theatrical or home video release, occasionally to commercial success. In some cases, studios will simply appeal for an R rating, or will "surrender" the rating (return the rating, leaving the film unrated). Additionally, an R-rating would allow children under 17 to attend the feature with a parent or guardian. Most films that receive the rating are edited and resubmitted to obtain an R rating, as it permits greater distribution and potential for commercial performance. The rating does not designate films as pornographic or obscene, but the material is higher in impact than the Restricted (R) rating can accommodate. NC-17 ( No One Seventeen and Under Admitted) is the highest rating in Motion Picture Association film rating system assigned to films with content the MPA finds to be only suitable for ages 18 and older.

The MPA's "NC-17" rating symbol and rating block sample.
