Darkland: The Return (2023) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Seven years ago, Zaid went to war against the Copenhagen underworld to avenge his dead brother. His identity as a respected doctor of cardiology and life as a family man is but a fading dream, and in prison Zaid suffers the loss of his son Noah, whom he barely knows. When a police agent approaches Zaid and offers him a deal to be released in exchange for infiltrating the Copenhagen underworld, he sees his chance to reclaim the remnants of the family life he left behind. But everything has a price, and Zaid realizes that he has now… Sign up for the full guide
Rated 16 • 2023 • 1h 50m
Darkland: The Return is a gritty crime thriller that follows Zaid as he attempts to navigate the dangerous Copenhagen underworld to save his estranged son. Parents should be aware that the film contains severe, realistic violence including torture and lethal gunfire that makes it unsuitable for younger audiences. The narrative deals with heavy themes of abandonment, loss, and the cycle of criminal violence, providing a grim look at a… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Darkland: The Return appropriate for kids?
Darkland: The Return is a gritty crime thriller that follows Zaid as he attempts to navigate the dangerous Copenhagen underworld to save his estranged son. Parents should be aware that the film contains severe, realistic violence including torture and lethal gunfire that makes… Read more — free account
Content severity in Darkland: The Return
What happens in Darkland: The Return, moment by moment
- 0:15 ⚔ Violence & Gore 8/10
- 0:22 🍷 Substances 4/10
- 0:34 💬 Language 3/10
Sex and nudity in Darkland: The Return
There is no sexual content or nudity in this film.
Violence and gore in Darkland: The Return
The film features severe and realistic violence. Notable instances include a man being shot in the head, and a prisoner having boiling water poured over his hand as a torture method.
Language in Darkland: The Return
Language is present throughout the film, characterized by mild profanity consistent with a crime drama setting.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Darkland: The Return
There is moderate substance use depicted, including characters smoking cigarettes and scenes set in a shisha bar.
Mature themes in Darkland: The Return
The film explores heavy, mature themes including child abandonment, parental grief, the psychological toll of incarceration, and the inescapable nature of criminal life.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Darkland: The Return appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Darkland: The Return is best for ages 17+. It's rated 16. Darkland: The Return is a gritty crime thriller that follows Zaid as he attempts to navigate the dangerous Copenhagen underworld to save his estranged son. Parents should be aware that the film contains severe…
What age rating does Darkland: The Return have?
Darkland: The Return is officially rated 16. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 17+.
What is Darkland: The Return about?
Darkland: The Return is a gritty crime thriller that follows Zaid as he attempts to navigate the dangerous Copenhagen underworld to save his estranged son. Parents should be aware that the film contains severe, realistic violence including torture and lethal gunfire that makes it unsuitable for younger audiences. The…
Is there sex or nudity in Darkland: The Return?
There is no sexual content or nudity in this film.
How violent is Darkland: The Return?
The film features severe and realistic violence. Notable instances include a man being shot in the head, and a prisoner having boiling water poured over his hand as a torture method.
Is the language in Darkland: The Return appropriate for kids?
Language is present throughout the film, characterized by mild profanity consistent with a crime drama setting.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Darkland: The Return?
There is moderate substance use depicted, including characters smoking cigarettes and scenes set in a shisha bar.
What mature themes appear in Darkland: The Return?
The film explores heavy, mature themes including child abandonment, parental grief, the psychological toll of incarceration, and the inescapable nature of criminal life.
How long is Darkland: The Return?
Darkland: The Return runs 110 minutes, directed by Fenar Ahmad, released in 2023.
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