Homestead (2024) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
A nuclear bomb is detonated in Los Angeles, and the nation devolves into unprecedented chaos. Ex-Green Beret Jeff Eriksson and his family escape to The Homestead, an eccentric prepper’s fortress nestled in the mountains. As violent threats and apocalyptic conditions creep toward their borders, the residents of The Homestead are left to wonder: how long can a group of people resist both the dangers of human nature and the bloodshed at their doorstep?
Rated PG-13 • 2024 • 1h 51m
Homestead earns its PG-13 rating for thematic intensity and sequences of violence in a post-apocalyptic setting. After a nuclear attack, ex-Green Beret Jeff Eriksson moves his family to a prepper's fortress, leading to conflicts over survival and morality. The film contains gun violence, including shootouts where characters are shot and one dies, though these scenes are not graphic or gory. The primary concerns for parents are the… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Homestead appropriate for kids?
Homestead earns its PG-13 rating for thematic intensity and sequences of violence in a post-apocalyptic setting. After a nuclear attack, ex-Green Beret Jeff Eriksson moves his family to a prepper's fortress, leading to conflicts over survival and morality. The film contains gun… Read more — free account
Content severity in Homestead
What happens in Homestead, moment by moment
- 0:05 🔥 Mature Themes 7/10
- 0:12 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
- 0:19 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
Sex and nudity in Homestead
No sexual content is present. A chaste, budding romance between two teenagers is a minor subplot, involving a brief kiss.
Violence and gore in Homestead
The film contains moderate, non-graphic violence. An early scene shows a man hit with a rifle butt. Later, a perceived intruder is shot on orders and subsequently dies from his injuries. The climax involves a tense standoff that erupts into a shootout; several people are hit by gunfire, and a main character is shot and critically wounded, but there is no depiction of gore.
Language in Homestead
Language is not a concern in this film. According to audience reports, there is no profanity.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Homestead
Substance use is not depicted. In one scene, two teenagers are shown making wine, but it is explicitly for the purpose of preserving fruit, and they do not drink it.
Mature themes in Homestead
The movie is built on strong thematic elements. It explores the aftermath of a nuclear attack, societal collapse, and the moral quandaries of survival. Characters grapple with resource scarcity, leadership disputes, and the ethics of protecting their own versus helping refugees. The on-screen death of a character and another being critically wounded contribute to the film's serious tone. A young girl also has disturbing, prophetic visions of violence.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Homestead appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Homestead is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. Homestead earns its PG-13 rating for thematic intensity and sequences of violence in a post-apocalyptic setting. After a nuclear attack, ex-Green Beret Jeff Eriksson moves his family to a prepper's fortress, leading to…
What age rating does Homestead have?
Homestead is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Homestead about?
Homestead earns its PG-13 rating for thematic intensity and sequences of violence in a post-apocalyptic setting. After a nuclear attack, ex-Green Beret Jeff Eriksson moves his family to a prepper's fortress, leading to conflicts over survival and morality. The film contains gun violence, including shootouts where…
Is there sex or nudity in Homestead?
No sexual content is present. A chaste, budding romance between two teenagers is a minor subplot, involving a brief kiss.
How violent is Homestead?
The film contains moderate, non-graphic violence. An early scene shows a man hit with a rifle butt. Later, a perceived intruder is shot on orders and subsequently dies from his injuries. The climax involves a tense standoff that erupts into a shootout…
Is the language in Homestead appropriate for kids?
Language is not a concern in this film. According to audience reports, there is no profanity.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Homestead?
Substance use is not depicted. In one scene, two teenagers are shown making wine, but it is explicitly for the purpose of preserving fruit, and they do not drink it.
What mature themes appear in Homestead?
The movie is built on strong thematic elements. It explores the aftermath of a nuclear attack, societal collapse, and the moral quandaries of survival. Characters grapple with resource scarcity, leadership disputes, and the ethics of protecting their own…
How long is Homestead?
Homestead runs 111 minutes, directed by Ben Smallbone, released in 2024.
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