The Amateur (2025) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
After his life is turned upside down when his wife is killed in a London terrorist attack, a brilliant but introverted CIA decoder takes matters into his own hands when his supervisors refuse to take action.
Rated PG-13 • 2025 • 2h 3m
The Amateur follows Charlie Heller, a grieving CIA cryptographer who embarks on a dangerous mission of vengeance after his wife, Sarah, is killed in a terrorist attack. The film features moderate levels of suspense-driven violence and intense thematic elements surrounding loss and state-sponsored conspiracy. Parents should be aware of frequent scenes involving hostage situations, improvised explosives, and a cold-blooded pursuit of… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Amateur appropriate for kids?
The Amateur follows Charlie Heller, a grieving CIA cryptographer who embarks on a dangerous mission of vengeance after his wife, Sarah, is killed in a terrorist attack. The film features moderate levels of suspense-driven violence and intense thematic elements surrounding loss… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Amateur
What happens in The Amateur, moment by moment
- 0:15 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
- 0:29 💬 Language 3/10
- 0:36 💬 Language 3/10
Sex and nudity in The Amateur
None. There are brief mentions of a phone conversation and background dancers in a club setting, but no nudity or sexual activity is shown.
Violence and gore in The Amateur
Moderate. The film contains several intense sequences, including hostage scenarios with implied executions, shootings with visible blood spatter, a character being struck by a van, and the use of improvised explosives. The protagonist engages in physically demanding hand-to-hand combat and calculated acts of lethal sabotage.
Language in The Amateur
Mild. The script includes occasional usage of strong profanity, including a partial 'f-word', along with several instances of 's***', 'd***', and blasphemous exclamations.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Amateur
Mild. Characters are seen consuming alcohol, specifically beer, wine, and shots of liquor in social and nightlife settings.
Mature themes in The Amateur
Moderate. The story deals heavily with the themes of revenge, grief, state-sponsored assassinations, and governmental corruption. Charlie's descent into a vigilante mindset presents a morally complex narrative regarding the consequences of one's actions in the pursuit of justice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Amateur appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Amateur is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. The Amateur follows Charlie Heller, a grieving CIA cryptographer who embarks on a dangerous mission of vengeance after his wife, Sarah, is killed in a terrorist attack. The film features moderate levels of…
What age rating does The Amateur have?
The Amateur is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is The Amateur about?
The Amateur follows Charlie Heller, a grieving CIA cryptographer who embarks on a dangerous mission of vengeance after his wife, Sarah, is killed in a terrorist attack. The film features moderate levels of suspense-driven violence and intense thematic elements surrounding loss and state-sponsored conspiracy. Parents…
Is there sex or nudity in The Amateur?
None. There are brief mentions of a phone conversation and background dancers in a club setting, but no nudity or sexual activity is shown.
How violent is The Amateur?
Moderate. The film contains several intense sequences, including hostage scenarios with implied executions, shootings with visible blood spatter, a character being struck by a van, and the use of improvised explosives. The protagonist engages in physically…
Is the language in The Amateur appropriate for kids?
Mild. The script includes occasional usage of strong profanity, including a partial 'f-word', along with several instances of 's***', 'd***', and blasphemous exclamations.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Amateur?
Mild. Characters are seen consuming alcohol, specifically beer, wine, and shots of liquor in social and nightlife settings.
What mature themes appear in The Amateur?
Moderate. The story deals heavily with the themes of revenge, grief, state-sponsored assassinations, and governmental corruption. Charlie's descent into a vigilante mindset presents a morally complex narrative regarding the consequences of one's actions in…
How long is The Amateur?
The Amateur runs 123 minutes, directed by James Hawes, released in 2025.
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