Mr. Holmes (2015) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
In 1947, long-retired and near the end of his life, Sherlock Holmes grapples with an unreliable memory and must rely on his housekeeper's son as he revisits the still-unsolved case that led to his retirement.
Rated PG • 2015 • 1h 44m
Mr. Holmes depicts an elderly Sherlock Holmes struggling with memory loss and the weight of his past. The film is rated PG for its mature thematic content, which involves explorations of suicide, regret, and the emotional challenges of aging. Parents should be aware of a few distressing scenes involving a medical emergency and references to death. It is generally suitable for older children and teens who can appreciate a slow-paced… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Mr. Holmes appropriate for kids?
Mr. Holmes depicts an elderly Sherlock Holmes struggling with memory loss and the weight of his past. The film is rated PG for its mature thematic content, which involves explorations of suicide, regret, and the emotional challenges of aging. Parents should be aware of a few… Read more — free account
Content severity in Mr. Holmes
What happens in Mr. Holmes, moment by moment
- 0:12 🍷 Substances 2/10
- 0:35 🍷 Substances 2/10
- 0:42 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
Sex and nudity in Mr. Holmes
None. The film contains no sexual content, nudity, or romantic scenes.
Violence and gore in Mr. Holmes
Violence is mild and rare. There is a brief scene involving an accidental injury with broken glass that results in minor blood, and a depiction of a character walking into the path of a train to commit suicide, though the impact is not shown on-screen.
Language in Mr. Holmes
None. The film contains no profanity.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Mr. Holmes
There is light, period-appropriate substance use including social drinking and the consistent smoking of pipes and cigarettes by the lead character.
Mature themes in Mr. Holmes
The film deals with heavy, mature themes including severe depression, suicide, the grief of losing children, and the painful process of facing one's own mortality and intellectual decline.
Scary moments in Mr. Holmes
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Mr. Holmes yet. Because this title is recommended for younger kids, sign up to get community-flagged jump scares, tense scenes, and startling imagery as parents submit them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mr. Holmes appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Mr. Holmes is best for ages 10+. It's rated PG. Mr. Holmes depicts an elderly Sherlock Holmes struggling with memory loss and the weight of his past. The film is rated PG for its mature thematic content, which involves explorations of suicide, regret, and the…
What age rating does Mr. Holmes have?
Mr. Holmes is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is Mr. Holmes about?
Mr. Holmes depicts an elderly Sherlock Holmes struggling with memory loss and the weight of his past. The film is rated PG for its mature thematic content, which involves explorations of suicide, regret, and the emotional challenges of aging. Parents should be aware of a few distressing scenes involving a medical…
Is there sex or nudity in Mr. Holmes?
None. The film contains no sexual content, nudity, or romantic scenes.
How violent is Mr. Holmes?
Violence is mild and rare. There is a brief scene involving an accidental injury with broken glass that results in minor blood, and a depiction of a character walking into the path of a train to commit suicide, though the impact is not shown on-screen.
Is the language in Mr. Holmes appropriate for kids?
None. The film contains no profanity.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Mr. Holmes?
There is light, period-appropriate substance use including social drinking and the consistent smoking of pipes and cigarettes by the lead character.
What mature themes appear in Mr. Holmes?
The film deals with heavy, mature themes including severe depression, suicide, the grief of losing children, and the painful process of facing one's own mortality and intellectual decline.
How long is Mr. Holmes?
Mr. Holmes runs 104 minutes, directed by Bill Condon, released in 2015.
Where can I read the full Mr. Holmes parent guide?
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