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Guess Who's Calling! (2025) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Baptiste, a talented imitator, is unable to make a living from his art. One day, he is approached by Pierre Chozène, a famous but discreet novelist, constantly disturbed by incessant calls from his publisher, his daughter, his ex-wife... Pierre, who needs peace and quiet to write his most ambitious text, then suggests that Baptiste become his 'answering machine' by pretending to be him on the phone... Little by little, Baptiste doesn't just imitate the writer: he develops his character!

Rated NR • 2025 • 1h 42m

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Currently unrated in the US, "Guess Who's Calling!" is a French comedy-drama best suited for young teens and up, with a Swiss rating suggesting ages 8+ and a French one deeming it suitable for all. The film's content concerns are mild, centering on mature themes of identity and deception as a man named Baptiste impersonates a novelist over the phone. Parents should be aware of some light sexual content, including a post-coital scene… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Salif Cissé
Salif Cissé
Denis Podalydès
Denis Podalydès
Clara Bretheau
Clara Bretheau
Aure Atika
Aure Atika
Manon Clavel
Manon Clavel
Ismaël Sy Savané
Ismaël Sy Savané
Harrison Arevalo
Harrison Arevalo
Serge Postigo
Serge Postigo
Thierry Bosc
Thierry Bosc
CC
Camille Cayol
YH
Yun-Ping He
Yvon Martin
Yvon Martin
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Is Guess Who's Calling! appropriate for kids?

Currently unrated in the US, "Guess Who's Calling!" is a French comedy-drama best suited for young teens and up, with a Swiss rating suggesting ages 8+ and a French one deeming it suitable for all. The film's content concerns are mild, centering on mature themes of identity and… Read more — free account

Content severity in Guess Who's Calling!

Sex Moderate 3/10
Violence None 0/10
Language None 0/10
Substances Mild 2/10
Themes Moderate 4/10

What happens in Guess Who's Calling!, moment by moment

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  2. 0:32 🍷 Substances 2/10
  3. 0:41 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
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Sex and nudity in Guess Who's Calling!

Contains a few mild sexual references and situations. One scene shows a man and woman in bed together after implied sex, with his bare torso and her bare shoulders visible but no explicit nudity. Another conversation involves a woman telling a man she would be willing to sleep with him and discussing the eroticism of art in moderate, non-obscene terms.

Violence and gore in Guess Who's Calling!

None. The film contains no violence, fighting, or gore.

Language in Guess Who's Calling!

None. No profanity is reported in the film.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Guess Who's Calling!

Substance use is very light. Characters are occasionally seen drinking alcohol socially in a restaurant or bar, and smoking cigarettes is depicted in a few scenes. There is no depiction of drug use.

Mature themes in Guess Who's Calling!

The central themes are mature, focusing on identity, deception, and the ethical lines blurred when the protagonist impersonates another man. The story explores the emotional consequences of this sustained lie on his relationships and sense of self. It also touches on professional frustration and complicated family dynamics.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Guess Who's Calling! appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Guess Who's Calling! is best for ages 12+. It's rated NR. Currently unrated in the US, "Guess Who's Calling!" is a French comedy-drama best suited for young teens and up, with a Swiss rating suggesting ages 8+ and a French one deeming it suitable for all. The film's content…

What age rating does Guess Who's Calling! have?

Guess Who's Calling! is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 12+.

What is Guess Who's Calling! about?

Currently unrated in the US, "Guess Who's Calling!" is a French comedy-drama best suited for young teens and up, with a Swiss rating suggesting ages 8+ and a French one deeming it suitable for all. The film's content concerns are mild, centering on mature themes of identity and deception as a man named Baptiste…

Is there sex or nudity in Guess Who's Calling!?

Contains a few mild sexual references and situations. One scene shows a man and woman in bed together after implied sex, with his bare torso and her bare shoulders visible but no explicit nudity. Another conversation involves a woman telling a man she would…

How violent is Guess Who's Calling!?

None. The film contains no violence, fighting, or gore.

Is the language in Guess Who's Calling! appropriate for kids?

None. No profanity is reported in the film.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Guess Who's Calling!?

Substance use is very light. Characters are occasionally seen drinking alcohol socially in a restaurant or bar, and smoking cigarettes is depicted in a few scenes. There is no depiction of drug use.

What mature themes appear in Guess Who's Calling!?

The central themes are mature, focusing on identity, deception, and the ethical lines blurred when the protagonist impersonates another man. The story explores the emotional consequences of this sustained lie on his relationships and sense of self. It also…

How long is Guess Who's Calling!?

Guess Who's Calling! runs 102 minutes, directed by Fabienne Godet, released in 2025.

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