Layer Cake (2004) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
When a seemingly straight-forward drug deal goes awry, XXXX has to break his die-hard rules and turn up the heat, not only to outwit the old regime and come out on top, but to save his own skin...
Rated R • 2004 • 1h 45m
A successful cocaine dealer plans to retire quietly — and gets pulled into one last job that threatens everything. Daniel Craig in the role that got him cast as Bond. The R rating covers drug violence, language, and the British crime world.
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Is Layer Cake appropriate for kids?
A successful cocaine dealer plans to retire quietly — and gets pulled into one last job that threatens everything. Daniel Craig in the role that got him cast as Bond. The R rating covers drug violence, language, and the British crime world. Read more — free account
Content severity in Layer Cake
What happens in Layer Cake, moment by moment
- 0:08 💬 Language 5/10
- 0:12 🍷 Substances 5/10
- 0:18 ⚔ Violence & Gore 6/10
Sex and nudity in Layer Cake
A brief sexual encounter. Nothing explicit.
Violence and gore in Layer Cake
Multiple shootings. A brutal interrogation. Drug world violence that is sudden and real.
Language in Layer Cake
Constant strong language throughout.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Layer Cake
The cocaine trade as the film's entire world — depicted as a business run by intelligent people with violent consequences.
Mature themes in Layer Cake
The impossibility of the 'one last job' and the 'clean exit.' A man who thinks his professionalism insulates him from the world he operates in. The film's ending is one of British crime cinema's most abrupt.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Layer Cake appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Layer Cake is best for ages 17+. It's rated R. A successful cocaine dealer plans to retire quietly — and gets pulled into one last job that threatens everything. Daniel Craig in the role that got him cast as Bond. The R rating covers drug violence, language, and the…
What age rating does Layer Cake have?
Layer Cake is officially rated R. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 17+.
What is Layer Cake about?
A successful cocaine dealer plans to retire quietly — and gets pulled into one last job that threatens everything. Daniel Craig in the role that got him cast as Bond. The R rating covers drug violence, language, and the British crime world.
Is there sex or nudity in Layer Cake?
A brief sexual encounter. Nothing explicit.
How violent is Layer Cake?
Multiple shootings. A brutal interrogation. Drug world violence that is sudden and real.
Is the language in Layer Cake appropriate for kids?
Constant strong language throughout.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Layer Cake?
The cocaine trade as the film's entire world — depicted as a business run by intelligent people with violent consequences.
What mature themes appear in Layer Cake?
The impossibility of the 'one last job' and the 'clean exit.' A man who thinks his professionalism insulates him from the world he operates in. The film's ending is one of British crime cinema's most abrupt.
How long is Layer Cake?
Layer Cake runs 105 minutes, directed by Matthew Vaughn, released in 2004.
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