Hollywood is considering censoring The King's Speech, the British film nominated for 12 Oscars, to remove coarse language for US audiences.

It is part of a plan to broaden the appeal of the movie in America where it has been given a Restricted rating, which means anyone under 17 wanting to see it has to be accompanied by an adult.

Colin Firth as King George VI and Helena Bonham Carter as the Queen Mother in The King's Speech.

The R rating was made because George VI, played by Colin Firth, is shown swearing as he tries to overcome his stammer.

The film was given a lesser 12 rating in Britain where it has grossed about 19 million pounds ($30 million) in fewer than three weeks.