Partners (2026) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Engaged couple Faye and Peter reunite with old friends one hot Southern night; however, when secrets are uncovered, the status quo of their "straight" relationship is thrown into question.
Rated PG-13 • 2026 • 27m
Partners follows two individuals navigating a night where premarital sex is briefly legalized by government decree. The film explores themes of infidelity, relationship expectations, and unexpected romantic connections between Owen and Allie. Parents should be aware of mature sexual themes, frequent coarse language, and scenes involving alcohol consumption. The plot centers on mature interpersonal dynamics and sexual politics, making… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Partners appropriate for kids?
Partners follows two individuals navigating a night where premarital sex is briefly legalized by government decree. The film explores themes of infidelity, relationship expectations, and unexpected romantic connections between Owen and Allie. Parents should be aware of mature… Read more — free account
Content severity in Partners
What happens in Partners, moment by moment
- 0:04 🍷 Substances 3/10
- 0:07 💬 Language 6/10
- 0:09 🍷 Substances 4/10
Sex and nudity in Partners
The film features constant dialogue about sexual expectations, hookups, and the legal status of premarital acts. Characters frequently discuss sexual frustration and dating app encounters. Brief scenes of physical intimacy occur, and the central plot involves a search for contraception, including a scene set at a lighthouse.
Violence and gore in Partners
Violence is minimal and non-graphic. There is a scene involving a robbery in a park where a character is stripped of belongings, and another moment where a character is hospitalized following a confrontation, though the physical impact is off-screen.
Language in Partners
Strong language is used throughout the runtime, including frequent uses of 'f*ck,' 'sh*t,' and various expletives used in the context of the characters' frustrations. Profanity is pervasive given the setting of bars and the stressful nature of their encounters.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Partners
Alcohol consumption is a recurring element as characters visit bars and parties to find partners. Drunkenness is depicted, and a character vomits due to sushi and alcohol consumption.
Mature themes in Partners
The film deals heavily with infidelity, dishonesty in relationships, and the societal pressures of conforming to romantic expectations. It explores the breakdown of trust and the difficulty of maintaining long-term commitments under systemic legal restrictions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Partners appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Partners is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. Partners follows two individuals navigating a night where premarital sex is briefly legalized by government decree. The film explores themes of infidelity, relationship expectations, and unexpected romantic connections…
What age rating does Partners have?
Partners is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Partners about?
Partners follows two individuals navigating a night where premarital sex is briefly legalized by government decree. The film explores themes of infidelity, relationship expectations, and unexpected romantic connections between Owen and Allie. Parents should be aware of mature sexual themes, frequent coarse language…
Is there sex or nudity in Partners?
The film features constant dialogue about sexual expectations, hookups, and the legal status of premarital acts. Characters frequently discuss sexual frustration and dating app encounters. Brief scenes of physical intimacy occur, and the central plot involves…
How violent is Partners?
Violence is minimal and non-graphic. There is a scene involving a robbery in a park where a character is stripped of belongings, and another moment where a character is hospitalized following a confrontation, though the physical impact is off-screen.
Is the language in Partners appropriate for kids?
Strong language is used throughout the runtime, including frequent uses of 'f*ck,' 'sh*t,' and various expletives used in the context of the characters' frustrations. Profanity is pervasive given the setting of bars and the stressful nature of their…
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Partners?
Alcohol consumption is a recurring element as characters visit bars and parties to find partners. Drunkenness is depicted, and a character vomits due to sushi and alcohol consumption.
What mature themes appear in Partners?
The film deals heavily with infidelity, dishonesty in relationships, and the societal pressures of conforming to romantic expectations. It explores the breakdown of trust and the difficulty of maintaining long-term commitments under systemic legal…
How long is Partners?
Partners runs 27 minutes, directed by Sophie Barnes, released in 2026.
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