Life Like (2019) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Sophie and James purchase a lifelike robot to cook and clean at their sprawling new home. At first, android Henry is quiet and hard-working. But as his artificial-intelligence programming kicks in, Henry starts to anticipate the couple’s needs and desires.
Rated R • 2019 • 1h 36m
Life Like is an R-rated sci-fi thriller that earns its rating for strong sexual content, nudity, violence, and frequent language. The story follows a wealthy couple, James and Sophie, whose lives unravel after acquiring Henry, a lifelike android servant whose artificial intelligence evolves in unexpected ways. The film features several scenes of male and female nudity, an explicit (though not fully graphic) sexual encounter between two… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Life Like appropriate for kids?
Life Like is an R-rated sci-fi thriller that earns its rating for strong sexual content, nudity, violence, and frequent language. The story follows a wealthy couple, James and Sophie, whose lives unravel after acquiring Henry, a lifelike android servant whose artificial… Read more — free account
Content severity in Life Like
What happens in Life Like, moment by moment
- 0:08 🍷 Substances 2/10
- 0:19 ♥ Sex & Nudity 4/10
- 0:25 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
Sex and nudity in Life Like
Strong sexual content and frequent nudity are present. Multiple scenes feature male nudity, including frontal and rear views. Sophie is seen masturbating while wearing lingerie. The most explicit scene involves a sexual encounter between two men, where fellatio is strongly implied. There are also several instances of passionate kissing and themes of sexual jealousy and infidelity.
Violence and gore in Life Like
The film is largely a psychological thriller, but the final act contains several scenes of strong and bloody violence. A character uses a shotgun to shoot and kill two people, with some blood shown. Another character is beaten mercilessly with the butt of a shotgun. The climax features a graphic and upsetting suicide by seppuku (stabbing oneself in the stomach with a knife), with a clear view of the wound and blood.
Language in Life Like
Language is strong and frequent throughout. The film includes over two dozen uses of the 'f-word', often in moments of anger or frustration between the main characters. Other profanity includes several uses of 'shit'.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Life Like
Substance use is mild. Characters are occasionally seen drinking wine in social settings at their home. In one scene, a character is briefly shown smoking a cigarette.
Mature themes in Life Like
The film explores mature and disturbing themes, including psychological manipulation, sexual identity, infidelity, and the nature of consciousness. A central theme is the trauma of abuse, with a late-film reveal that a character suffered severe physical abuse as a child. The film also deals directly with suicide in a graphic and emotional manner.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Life Like appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Life Like is best for ages 17+. It's rated R. Life Like is an R-rated sci-fi thriller that earns its rating for strong sexual content, nudity, violence, and frequent language. The story follows a wealthy couple, James and Sophie, whose lives unravel after acquiring…
What age rating does Life Like have?
Life Like is officially rated R. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 17+.
What is Life Like about?
Life Like is an R-rated sci-fi thriller that earns its rating for strong sexual content, nudity, violence, and frequent language. The story follows a wealthy couple, James and Sophie, whose lives unravel after acquiring Henry, a lifelike android servant whose artificial intelligence evolves in unexpected ways. The…
Is there sex or nudity in Life Like?
Strong sexual content and frequent nudity are present. Multiple scenes feature male nudity, including frontal and rear views. Sophie is seen masturbating while wearing lingerie. The most explicit scene involves a sexual encounter between two men, where…
How violent is Life Like?
The film is largely a psychological thriller, but the final act contains several scenes of strong and bloody violence. A character uses a shotgun to shoot and kill two people, with some blood shown. Another character is beaten mercilessly with the butt of a…
Is the language in Life Like appropriate for kids?
Language is strong and frequent throughout. The film includes over two dozen uses of the 'f-word', often in moments of anger or frustration between the main characters. Other profanity includes several uses of 'shit'.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Life Like?
Substance use is mild. Characters are occasionally seen drinking wine in social settings at their home. In one scene, a character is briefly shown smoking a cigarette.
What mature themes appear in Life Like?
The film explores mature and disturbing themes, including psychological manipulation, sexual identity, infidelity, and the nature of consciousness. A central theme is the trauma of abuse, with a late-film reveal that a character suffered severe physical abuse…
How long is Life Like?
Life Like runs 96 minutes, directed by Josh Janowicz, released in 2019.
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