Cold Pursuit (2019) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
The quiet family life of Nels Coxman, a snowplow driver, is upended after his son's murder. Nels begins a vengeful hunt for Viking, the drug lord he holds responsible for the killing, eliminating Viking's associates one by one. As Nels draws closer to Viking, his actions bring even more unexpected and violent consequences, as he proves that revenge is all in the execution.
Rated R • 2019 • 1h 59m
Cold Pursuit is a dark revenge thriller centered on Nels Coxman, a grieving father who systematically hunts down the members of a drug cartel after his son is murdered. The film is rated R primarily for pervasive, unflinching violence and graphic depictions of gang-related retribution. Parents should be aware of frequent gun violence, cold-blooded executions, drug use, and some crude sexual references. This film is intended for adult… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Cold Pursuit appropriate for kids?
Cold Pursuit is a dark revenge thriller centered on Nels Coxman, a grieving father who systematically hunts down the members of a drug cartel after his son is murdered. The film is rated R primarily for pervasive, unflinching violence and graphic depictions of gang-related… Read more — free account
Content severity in Cold Pursuit
What happens in Cold Pursuit, moment by moment
- 0:15 ⚔ Violence & Gore 8/10
- 0:28 ⚔ Violence & Gore 7/10
- 0:35 💬 Language 6/10
Sex and nudity in Cold Pursuit
Contains mild sexual references and suggestive dialogue, including a mention of oral sex and a scene where a man is seen in his underwear. There is also a brief moment of physical confrontation where a woman grabs a man's crotch in anger.
Violence and gore in Cold Pursuit
The violence is strong and frequent, featuring multiple execution-style shootings, beatings that result in teeth being knocked out, and the graphic disposal of bodies in chicken wire. A snowblower is used to kill a character in a particularly brutal sequence, and several characters are shown with severed heads.
Language in Cold Pursuit
Frequent strong profanity is used throughout the film, including multiple uses of the 'f-word', 'sh-t', 'a-s', and 'b-tch', alongside some derogatory racial slurs.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Cold Pursuit
Features moderate drug material, including scenes of heroin use resulting in overdose and characters seen smoking marijuana.
Mature themes in Cold Pursuit
The film deals with heavy themes of grief, cold-blooded revenge, and systemic violence between criminal organizations. The narrative centers on a father's desire for retribution, which results in a cycle of killing and loss that concludes with a somber look at the cost of vengeance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cold Pursuit appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Cold Pursuit is best for ages 17+. It's rated R. Cold Pursuit is a dark revenge thriller centered on Nels Coxman, a grieving father who systematically hunts down the members of a drug cartel after his son is murdered. The film is rated R primarily for pervasive…
What age rating does Cold Pursuit have?
Cold Pursuit is officially rated R. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 17+.
What is Cold Pursuit about?
Cold Pursuit is a dark revenge thriller centered on Nels Coxman, a grieving father who systematically hunts down the members of a drug cartel after his son is murdered. The film is rated R primarily for pervasive, unflinching violence and graphic depictions of gang-related retribution. Parents should be aware of…
Is there sex or nudity in Cold Pursuit?
Contains mild sexual references and suggestive dialogue, including a mention of oral sex and a scene where a man is seen in his underwear. There is also a brief moment of physical confrontation where a woman grabs a man's crotch in anger.
How violent is Cold Pursuit?
The violence is strong and frequent, featuring multiple execution-style shootings, beatings that result in teeth being knocked out, and the graphic disposal of bodies in chicken wire. A snowblower is used to kill a character in a particularly brutal sequence…
Is the language in Cold Pursuit appropriate for kids?
Frequent strong profanity is used throughout the film, including multiple uses of the 'f-word', 'sh-t', 'a-s', and 'b-tch', alongside some derogatory racial slurs.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Cold Pursuit?
Features moderate drug material, including scenes of heroin use resulting in overdose and characters seen smoking marijuana.
What mature themes appear in Cold Pursuit?
The film deals with heavy themes of grief, cold-blooded revenge, and systemic violence between criminal organizations. The narrative centers on a father's desire for retribution, which results in a cycle of killing and loss that concludes with a somber look…
How long is Cold Pursuit?
Cold Pursuit runs 119 minutes, directed by Hans Petter Moland, released in 2019.
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