Mercato (2025) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Mercato takes us behind the scenes of today's soccer, a global industry with interests running into billions. Driss, a player agent, has seven days to save his skin before the end of the mercato...
Rated NR • 2025 • 1h 59m
Mercato is a high-stakes thriller set in the world of professional soccer, following agent Driss as he navigates a perilous week. The film's international ratings (equivalent to a PG-13) are due to its unrelentingly tense atmosphere, mature themes, and frequent strong language. Parents should expect numerous scenes of intense verbal confrontations, characters under extreme psychological distress, and potential threats of violence. Some… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Mercato appropriate for kids?
Mercato is a high-stakes thriller set in the world of professional soccer, following agent Driss as he navigates a perilous week. The film's international ratings (equivalent to a PG-13) are due to its unrelentingly tense atmosphere, mature themes, and frequent strong language… Read more — free account
Content severity in Mercato
What happens in Mercato, moment by moment
- 0:08 💬 Language 4/10
- 0:15 🍷 Substances 2/10
- 0:25 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
Sex and nudity in Mercato
No sexual content is depicted or referenced. The film's focus remains on the professional and financial stakes of the soccer transfer market.
Violence and gore in Mercato
Violence is infrequent and not graphic, consisting mainly of intimidation and heated arguments. A few scenes may involve characters shouting, shoving, or making verbal threats related to the high-stakes deals, creating an atmosphere of tension and potential danger.
Language in Mercato
Strong language is used frequently throughout, reflecting the high-stress professional environment. Profanity includes common curses like "s**t" and "asshole," as well as multiple uses of "f**k" during moments of intense anger or frustration.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Mercato
Substance use is moderate and shown in realistic contexts. Characters are occasionally seen drinking alcohol (wine, beer, liquor) in social or business settings, and some characters smoke cigarettes, particularly when stressed.
Mature themes in Mercato
The film is built on mature and intense themes of professional desperation, financial ruin, betrayal, and questionable ethics. The protagonist is under constant, severe pressure, and the film explores the psychological toll this takes, creating a sustained sense of anxiety.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mercato appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Mercato is best for ages 13+. It's rated NR. Mercato is a high-stakes thriller set in the world of professional soccer, following agent Driss as he navigates a perilous week. The film's international ratings (equivalent to a PG-13) are due to its unrelentingly…
What age rating does Mercato have?
Mercato is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Mercato about?
Mercato is a high-stakes thriller set in the world of professional soccer, following agent Driss as he navigates a perilous week. The film's international ratings (equivalent to a PG-13) are due to its unrelentingly tense atmosphere, mature themes, and frequent strong language. Parents should expect numerous scenes of…
Is there sex or nudity in Mercato?
No sexual content is depicted or referenced. The film's focus remains on the professional and financial stakes of the soccer transfer market.
How violent is Mercato?
Violence is infrequent and not graphic, consisting mainly of intimidation and heated arguments. A few scenes may involve characters shouting, shoving, or making verbal threats related to the high-stakes deals, creating an atmosphere of tension and potential…
Is the language in Mercato appropriate for kids?
Strong language is used frequently throughout, reflecting the high-stress professional environment. Profanity includes common curses like "s**t" and "asshole," as well as multiple uses of "f**k" during moments of intense anger or frustration.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Mercato?
Substance use is moderate and shown in realistic contexts. Characters are occasionally seen drinking alcohol (wine, beer, liquor) in social or business settings, and some characters smoke cigarettes, particularly when stressed.
What mature themes appear in Mercato?
The film is built on mature and intense themes of professional desperation, financial ruin, betrayal, and questionable ethics. The protagonist is under constant, severe pressure, and the film explores the psychological toll this takes, creating a sustained…
How long is Mercato?
Mercato runs 119 minutes, directed by Tristan Séguéla, released in 2025.
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