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No Good Deed (2014) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Terri is a devoted wife and mother of two, living an ideal suburban life in Atlanta when Colin, a charming but dangerous escaped convict, shows up at her door claiming car trouble. Terri offers her phone to help him but soon learns that no good deed goes unpunished as she finds herself fighting for survival when he invades her home and terrorizes her family.

Rated PG-13 • 2014 • 1h 24m

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No Good Deed is a suspense thriller following Terri, a stay-at-home mother in Atlanta who faces a home invasion after offering help to a stranded motorist named Colin. The film earned its PG-13 rating for sequences of menacing behavior, psychological terror, and moderate violence against women. Parents should be aware of themes involving stalking, domestic infidelity, and lethal encounters with a sociopathic killer. This intense… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Idris Elba
Idris Elba
Taraji P. Henson
Taraji P. Henson
Leslie Bibb
Leslie Bibb
Kate del Castillo
Kate del Castillo
Henry Simmons
Henry Simmons
MM
Mirage Moonschein
Kenny Alfonso
Kenny Alfonso
DC
Dan Caudill
Tatom Pender
Tatom Pender
Kelly O'Neal
Kelly O'Neal
Mark Rhino Smith
Mark Rhino Smith
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Bobbie Elzey
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Is No Good Deed appropriate for kids?

No Good Deed is a suspense thriller following Terri, a stay-at-home mother in Atlanta who faces a home invasion after offering help to a stranded motorist named Colin. The film earned its PG-13 rating for sequences of menacing behavior, psychological terror, and moderate… Read more — free account

Content severity in No Good Deed

Sex Moderate 4/10
Violence Strong 7/10
Language Strong 6/10
Substances Mild 2/10
Themes Strong 5/10

What happens in No Good Deed, moment by moment

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Sex and nudity in No Good Deed

The film contains mild sexual content including suggestive dialogue and instances where a character is forced into intimidating, non-explicit situations involving undressing. Characters are occasionally seen in brief jogging attire or shirtless.

Violence and gore in No Good Deed

Violence is moderate and centers on a home invasion. Scenes include physical beatings with objects like a shovel, gunplay resulting in injury, and characters being held hostage at gunpoint. One scene features the aftermath of a murder.

Language in No Good Deed

Language includes several uses of profanity such as 'fuck', 'shit', 'goddamn', and 'ass'.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in No Good Deed

There is brief usage of tobacco and alcohol shown throughout the film in social and domestic settings.

Mature themes in No Good Deed

The film explores dark themes of sociopathy, extreme stalking, and emotional betrayal within a marriage. These elements drive the narrative and contribute to a pervasive sense of dread.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is No Good Deed appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests No Good Deed is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. No Good Deed is a suspense thriller following Terri, a stay-at-home mother in Atlanta who faces a home invasion after offering help to a stranded motorist named Colin. The film earned its PG-13 rating for sequences of…

What age rating does No Good Deed have?

No Good Deed is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.

What is No Good Deed about?

No Good Deed is a suspense thriller following Terri, a stay-at-home mother in Atlanta who faces a home invasion after offering help to a stranded motorist named Colin. The film earned its PG-13 rating for sequences of menacing behavior, psychological terror, and moderate violence against women. Parents should be aware…

Is there sex or nudity in No Good Deed?

The film contains mild sexual content including suggestive dialogue and instances where a character is forced into intimidating, non-explicit situations involving undressing. Characters are occasionally seen in brief jogging attire or shirtless.

How violent is No Good Deed?

Violence is moderate and centers on a home invasion. Scenes include physical beatings with objects like a shovel, gunplay resulting in injury, and characters being held hostage at gunpoint. One scene features the aftermath of a murder.

Is the language in No Good Deed appropriate for kids?

Language includes several uses of profanity such as 'fuck', 'shit', 'goddamn', and 'ass'.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in No Good Deed?

There is brief usage of tobacco and alcohol shown throughout the film in social and domestic settings.

What mature themes appear in No Good Deed?

The film explores dark themes of sociopathy, extreme stalking, and emotional betrayal within a marriage. These elements drive the narrative and contribute to a pervasive sense of dread.

How long is No Good Deed?

No Good Deed runs 84 minutes, directed by Sam Miller, released in 2014.

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