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Rebuilding (2025) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

After wildfires take his ranch, a cowboy named Dusty winds up in a FEMA camp, finding community with others who lost homes, including his daughter and ex-wife.

Rated PG • 2025 • 1h 36m

Age
11+

Rebuilding received its PG rating for significant thematic material, some drug content, and brief language. The film centers on a cowboy named Dusty, his daughter, and his ex-wife as they navigate the emotional aftermath of losing their ranch to a wildfire and living in a FEMA camp. Parents should be aware of mature themes of profound loss, grief, and displacement, which drive the story. It also contains scenes depicting marijuana use… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Josh O'Connor
Josh O'Connor
Meghann Fahy
Meghann Fahy
Lily LaTorre
Lily LaTorre
Kali Reis
Kali Reis
Amy Madigan
Amy Madigan
Jefferson Mays
Jefferson Mays
NM
Nancy Morlan
Sam Engbring
Sam Engbring
BG
Binky Griptite
EM
Eli Malouff
ZM
Zeilyanna Martinez
JR
Jules Reid
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Is Rebuilding appropriate for kids?

Rebuilding received its PG rating for significant thematic material, some drug content, and brief language. The film centers on a cowboy named Dusty, his daughter, and his ex-wife as they navigate the emotional aftermath of losing their ranch to a wildfire and living in a FEMA… Read more — free account

Content severity in Rebuilding

Sex None 0/10
Violence Mild 2/10
Language Moderate 3/10
Substances Strong 5/10
Themes Strong 6/10

What happens in Rebuilding, moment by moment

  1. 0:06 🔥 Mature Themes 6/10
  2. 0:26 💬 Language 3/10
  3. 0:38 🔥 Mature Themes 6/10
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Sex and nudity in Rebuilding

No sexual content is present in the film.

Violence and gore in Rebuilding

Violence is not a focus. There is no on-screen fighting or overt violent acts. The film's primary 'violence' is the depiction of the devastating aftermath of a natural disaster, showing the charred ruins of homes and landscapes, which may be upsetting but is not graphic.

Language in Rebuilding

Brief language is used sparingly. Expect a few instances of mild expletives such as "hell" and "damn," typically used by characters in moments of frustration or despair.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Rebuilding

The film contains some drug material, as noted by the MPAA. In a couple of scenes, characters are shown using marijuana, presumably to cope with the stress and trauma of their situation. There may also be references to or depictions of prescription medication use.

Mature themes in Rebuilding

Thematic content is the central focus and may be emotionally challenging for younger viewers. The film deals directly with profound loss, grief, displacement, and the psychological toll of losing one's home and livelihood in a disaster. It also explores family strain, parental responsibility under duress, and the process of finding hope and community amidst hardship.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rebuilding appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Rebuilding is best for ages 11+. It's rated PG. Rebuilding received its PG rating for significant thematic material, some drug content, and brief language. The film centers on a cowboy named Dusty, his daughter, and his ex-wife as they navigate the emotional…

What age rating does Rebuilding have?

Rebuilding is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 11+.

What is Rebuilding about?

Rebuilding received its PG rating for significant thematic material, some drug content, and brief language. The film centers on a cowboy named Dusty, his daughter, and his ex-wife as they navigate the emotional aftermath of losing their ranch to a wildfire and living in a FEMA camp. Parents should be aware of mature…

Is there sex or nudity in Rebuilding?

No sexual content is present in the film.

How violent is Rebuilding?

Violence is not a focus. There is no on-screen fighting or overt violent acts. The film's primary 'violence' is the depiction of the devastating aftermath of a natural disaster, showing the charred ruins of homes and landscapes, which may be upsetting but is…

Is the language in Rebuilding appropriate for kids?

Brief language is used sparingly. Expect a few instances of mild expletives such as "hell" and "damn," typically used by characters in moments of frustration or despair.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Rebuilding?

The film contains some drug material, as noted by the MPAA. In a couple of scenes, characters are shown using marijuana, presumably to cope with the stress and trauma of their situation. There may also be references to or depictions of prescription medication…

What mature themes appear in Rebuilding?

Thematic content is the central focus and may be emotionally challenging for younger viewers. The film deals directly with profound loss, grief, displacement, and the psychological toll of losing one's home and livelihood in a disaster. It also explores…

How long is Rebuilding?

Rebuilding runs 96 minutes, directed by Max Walker-Silverman, released in 2025.

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