Brooklyn (2015) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
In 1950s Ireland and New York, young Eilis Lacey has to choose between two men and two countries.
Rated PG-13 • 2015 • 1h 51m
Brooklyn (2015) is a quietly dramatic coming-of-age story about Eilis Lacey, an Irish immigrant torn between life in 1950s Brooklyn and her home in Enniscorthy. The film received its PG-13 for a brief sexual moment (women in bathing suits/trying-on scenes) and a short instance of strong language; its strongest content is emotional — homesickness and the death of Eilis's sister, Rose. There is no graphic violence, but a few incidental… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Brooklyn appropriate for kids?
Brooklyn (2015) is a quietly dramatic coming-of-age story about Eilis Lacey, an Irish immigrant torn between life in 1950s Brooklyn and her home in Enniscorthy. The film received its PG-13 for a brief sexual moment (women in bathing suits/trying-on scenes) and a short instance… Read more — free account
Content severity in Brooklyn
What happens in Brooklyn, moment by moment
- 0:08 ⚔ Violence & Gore 2/10
- 0:12 🍷 Substances 1/10
- 0:22 ♥ Sex & Nudity 2/10
Sex and nudity in Brooklyn
Mild and non-graphic. The film includes two brief scenes showing characters in bathing suits (one-piece women, short men's trunks) and a short dressing-room/trying-on sequence — no nudity or explicit sexual activity. IMDb Parents Guide specifically notes these swimwear scenes as the primary sexual content.
Violence and gore in Brooklyn
Very light, incidental physicality only. There are no assaults or on-screen injuries; moments include crowd jostling on the ship and an aggressive, bullying confrontation with Miss Kelly in the grocery — all non-graphic and brief. IMDb's guide lists no real violence; the film's tension is emotional rather than physical.
Language in Brooklyn
Mild overall. Most dialogue is clean or uses mild expletives, but one woman says the f-word twice in anger (briefly) while other stronger words are rare. IMDb Parents Guide calls the profanity mild with a single brief instance of stronger language.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Brooklyn
Light background use. Characters are occasionally seen smoking in public/boarding-house settings, and wine is visible at some dinner scenes — presented as period-appropriate social drinking rather than substance-focused behavior. IMDb notes smoking and wine as incidental background detail.
Mature themes in Brooklyn
Strong emotional themes: homesickness, identity, and bereavement. The plot centers on immigration, loneliness in a new country, the moral/romantic choice between two lives, and the sudden death of Eilis's sister Rose — scenes that can be upsetting and carry sustained emotional weight. These mature themes are the primary reason for the film's PG-13 label.
Scary moments in Brooklyn
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Brooklyn yet. Because this title is recommended for younger kids, sign up to get community-flagged jump scares, tense scenes, and startling imagery as parents submit them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Brooklyn appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Brooklyn is best for ages 10+. It's rated PG-13. Brooklyn (2015) is a quietly dramatic coming-of-age story about Eilis Lacey, an Irish immigrant torn between life in 1950s Brooklyn and her home in Enniscorthy. The film received its PG-13 for a brief sexual moment…
What age rating does Brooklyn have?
Brooklyn is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is Brooklyn about?
Brooklyn (2015) is a quietly dramatic coming-of-age story about Eilis Lacey, an Irish immigrant torn between life in 1950s Brooklyn and her home in Enniscorthy. The film received its PG-13 for a brief sexual moment (women in bathing suits/trying-on scenes) and a short instance of strong language; its strongest content…
Is there sex or nudity in Brooklyn?
Mild and non-graphic. The film includes two brief scenes showing characters in bathing suits (one-piece women, short men's trunks) and a short dressing-room/trying-on sequence — no nudity or explicit sexual activity. IMDb Parents Guide specifically notes…
How violent is Brooklyn?
Very light, incidental physicality only. There are no assaults or on-screen injuries; moments include crowd jostling on the ship and an aggressive, bullying confrontation with Miss Kelly in the grocery — all non-graphic and brief. IMDb's guide lists no real…
Is the language in Brooklyn appropriate for kids?
Mild overall. Most dialogue is clean or uses mild expletives, but one woman says the f-word twice in anger (briefly) while other stronger words are rare. IMDb Parents Guide calls the profanity mild with a single brief instance of stronger language.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Brooklyn?
Light background use. Characters are occasionally seen smoking in public/boarding-house settings, and wine is visible at some dinner scenes — presented as period-appropriate social drinking rather than substance-focused behavior. IMDb notes smoking and wine…
What mature themes appear in Brooklyn?
Strong emotional themes: homesickness, identity, and bereavement. The plot centers on immigration, loneliness in a new country, the moral/romantic choice between two lives, and the sudden death of Eilis's sister Rose — scenes that can be upsetting and carry…
How long is Brooklyn?
Brooklyn runs 111 minutes, directed by John Crowley, released in 2015.
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