Busboys (2026) is an American comedy film that leans heavily into improvised, adult humor. Jonah Feingold directed the movie, and comedians David Spade and Theo Von wrote and produced it.
The film stars David Spade, Theo Von, Tim Dillon, Bobby Lee, Jimmy Gonzales, Leah McKendrick, and Arturo Del Puerto.
The story follows two struggling friends who believe getting waiter jobs in an Arizona border town will fix their lives. Their plan quickly spirals into chaos as they encounter bizarre situations and increasingly reckless choices.
The film is a self-funded passion project and is set for a theatrical release on April 17, 2026, under Wrong Brother Productions and Green Bean Pictures.
Busboys Age Rating
Busboys is officially rated R by the MPAA for language throughout, sexual content, and some drug content. This means the film is intended for mature audiences and may be inappropriate for viewers under 17 without parental guidance. The humor is raw and unfiltered, reflecting the stand-up comedy backgrounds of its lead actors, with frequent explicit dialogue and adult themes throughout.
Violence & Peril
Violence in Busboys is comedic and situational rather than graphic — there’s no real bloodshed or brutality anywhere in the film. Scuffles and chaotic run-ins happen at the restaurant as the two leads’ lives spiral, but they’re staged for laughs, not tension. The overall tone stays light throughout, though the reckless, impulsive behavior the characters get into (including a side venture into dealing drugs) still sets a poor example for younger viewers, even without any actual physical danger on screen.
Language
Strong language is constant and forms a core part of the film’s humor. Expect frequent, unfiltered profanity — including harsh and explicit terms — used as a running comedic device rather than in a few isolated scenes. The dialogue leans directly on David Spade and Theo Von’s stand-up comedy roots, so crude jokes, edgy remarks, and offensive one-liners run through nearly every scene.
Mature Themes
The plot itself kicks off with infidelity — Markie takes the waiter job after his girlfriend leaves him for a waiter — and the film builds on that with sexual dialogue, suggestive situations, and casually crude humor throughout. The story also has the two leads dealing drugs as an actual plot thread, not just a passing joke, alongside general partying and drinking. All of it is played for comedy and aimed squarely at an adult audience, with nothing softened for a younger crowd.
Is Busboys Suitable for Teens?
Ages 13–15: No. The constant profanity, sexual humor, and drug-dealing storyline make this unsuitable for younger teens — the tone is adult from the opening scenes.
Ages 16–17: With Guidance. Older teens can likely follow the comedic style, but parents should know the language is heavy and near-constant, and the humor leans on drugs and casual sex — this isn’t a film to hand over without a conversation first.
Adults 18+: Yes. Built for adult viewers who enjoy raunchy, stand-up-style comedy — critics were split (a 64% Tomatometer, with reactions ranging from “audacious comedy” to outright pans), but the content itself is squarely adult-oriented.
Final Recommendation: Busboys is best suited for ages 17+, due to constant strong language, sexual content, and a drug-dealing storyline.
What Parents Can Do
- Set expectations beforehand: let teens know upfront that the film runs on nonstop profanity and adult humor, not just a joke here and there.
- Discuss media influence: since dealing drugs is a real plot point here (not background noise), it’s worth discussing how the film plays it for laughs rather than showing consequences.
- Watch together if unsure: if you’re letting a 16–17-year-old watch, sitting in on it lets you address the cruder jokes as they come up rather than after the fact.
Official Trailer
FAQs
Q: What is the age rating for Busboys (2026)?
A: The film is rated R for pervasive language, sexual content, and drug use.
Q: Is Busboys appropriate for kids?
A: No, the film is not suitable for children due to strong language and adult themes.
Q: Does Busboys have violence or scary scenes?
A: Violence is mild and comedic, with no intense or graphic scenes.
Q: How strong is the language in Busboys?
A: Language is very strong and frequent, including explicit and crude terms.
Q: Is there sexual content in the film?
A: Yes, the film includes sexual dialogue, suggestive humor, and mature references.
Q: Where can I watch Busboys?
A: Busboys is scheduled for a theatrical release on April 17, 2026.