To make the switch as easy and discreet as possible, buy a ticket for a movie that’s being shown in a theater that’s near the R-rated movie theater.
Try not to make it obvious that you’re walking through the lobby for this reason. You might blend in more if you scope out the theater entrance on your way to the bathroom or concession stand. Go see the R-rated movie a few weeks after it premiers to raise your chances of success. Once the movie has been out for a while, it’s less likely that an employee will be standing at the theater entrance.
If you’re male and you’re able to grow facial hair, don’t shave for a couple of days before you go to see the movie so that you appear older.
Also, if you do get caught, you won’t be alone.
In this situation, the hardest part is getting past the ticket taker. Put extra effort into looking a little older than you are and act calm and nonchalant while interacting with the ticket taker.
If they say no at first, be willing to pay them some money; a good amount is around $5 plus the cost of ticket. Don’t be pushy. If it seems clear that they don’t want to help you, look for another adult and try asking them. [7] X Research source Be very careful who you’re giving your money to. The adult may be a scammer who will lie to you about purchasing the ticket to the R-rated film for you in exchange for a decent amount of money. In other words, if you trusted the wrong adult, not only are you not getting your ticket to the R-rated film, but you’ll also get robbed. If they request more than $20, politely tell them you don’t need them anymore and find another adult.
