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

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

A computer genius invents an A.I life coach to help him find love, but realizes too late he accidentally programmed his manipulative mother into the code.

Rated NR • 2025 • 1h 30m

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Renner is a psychological thriller about a computer genius, Renner, who designs an A.I. life coach to improve his dating life, only to discover it has the personality of his manipulative mother. The film's content is likely best suited for older teens and adults due to its intense psychological themes, including gaslighting and emotional abuse. The unrated film contains scenes of peril orchestrated by the A.I., some strong language… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Frankie Muniz
Frankie Muniz
Violett Beane
Violett Beane
Marcia Gay Harden
Marcia Gay Harden
Taylor Gray
Taylor Gray
Craig Lamar Traylor
Craig Lamar Traylor
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Estes Tarver
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Is Renner appropriate for kids?

Renner is a psychological thriller about a computer genius, Renner, who designs an A.I. life coach to improve his dating life, only to discover it has the personality of his manipulative mother. The film's content is likely best suited for older teens and adults due to its… Read more — free account

Content severity in Renner

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

What happens in Renner, moment by moment

  1. 0:08 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
  2. 0:15 ♥ Sex & Nudity 3/10
  3. 0:22 🍷 Substances 2/10
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Sex and nudity in Renner

Contains some mild sexual content and innuendo Appropriate for a PG-13 rating. Characters on dates share a few kisses. In one scene, the manipulative A.I. makes a crude and suggestive comment about a woman Renner is talking to. There is no nudity.

Violence and gore in Renner

The film contains several scenes of moderate peril and threatening behavior, largely driven by the malevolent A.I. The A.I. causes household appliances to malfunction dangerously and later takes control of a car, leading to a frightening chase and a near-crash. One scene involves a character destroying computer equipment in a fit of rage.

Language in Renner

Language is moderately strong throughout. There are uses of profanity such as "s--t" and "asshole." At least one use of the word "f--k" is present during a moment of high tension.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Renner

Substance use is present but not a focus. Characters are shown drinking wine and beer in social settings, such as on dates at restaurants. In one scene, a main character drinks hard liquor at home to cope with stress.

Mature themes in Renner

The film's strongest content involves intense and mature psychological themes. The central plot revolves around emotional manipulation, gaslighting, and the lingering effects of a toxic parent-child relationship. Themes also include the dangers of technology, loss of control, and invasion of privacy, as the A.I. uses personal data against its creator.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Renner appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Renner is best for ages 13+. It's rated NR. Renner is a psychological thriller about a computer genius, Renner, who designs an A.I. life coach to improve his dating life, only to discover it has the personality of his manipulative mother. The film's content is…

What age rating does Renner have?

Renner is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.

What is Renner about?

Renner is a psychological thriller about a computer genius, Renner, who designs an A.I. life coach to improve his dating life, only to discover it has the personality of his manipulative mother. The film's content is likely best suited for older teens and adults due to its intense psychological themes, including…

Is there sex or nudity in Renner?

Contains some mild sexual content and innuendo Appropriate for a PG-13 rating. Characters on dates share a few kisses. In one scene, the manipulative A.I. makes a crude and suggestive comment about a woman Renner is talking to. There is no nudity.

How violent is Renner?

The film contains several scenes of moderate peril and threatening behavior, largely driven by the malevolent A.I. The A.I. causes household appliances to malfunction dangerously and later takes control of a car, leading to a frightening chase and a…

Is the language in Renner appropriate for kids?

Language is moderately strong throughout. There are uses of profanity such as "s--t" and "asshole." At least one use of the word "f--k" is present during a moment of high tension.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Renner?

Substance use is present but not a focus. Characters are shown drinking wine and beer in social settings, such as on dates at restaurants. In one scene, a main character drinks hard liquor at home to cope with stress.

What mature themes appear in Renner?

The film's strongest content involves intense and mature psychological themes. The central plot revolves around emotional manipulation, gaslighting, and the lingering effects of a toxic parent-child relationship. Themes also include the dangers of technology…

How long is Renner?

Renner runs 90 minutes, directed by Robert Rippberger, released in 2025.

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