The Bone Man (2009) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Set in a sleepy Austrian mountain village, ex-detective Simon Brenner has grown weary of his job repossessing cars and embarks on an extended getaway to the countryside. But before long he becomes embroiled in the convoluted world of the locals of a supposedly quiet town.
Rated NR • 2009 • 1h 57m
Der Knochenmann (The Bone Man) is a darkly comic Austrian crime film starring ex-detective Simon Brenner who gets pulled into a local murder mystery in a snowy Alpine village. The film is unrated internationally but was given a 16+ certificate in Germany; parents should expect frequent coarse language, some on-screen drug and alcohol use, and recurring references to murder and dead bodies. Violence is mostly non-graphic — tense… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Bone Man appropriate for kids?
Der Knochenmann (The Bone Man) is a darkly comic Austrian crime film starring ex-detective Simon Brenner who gets pulled into a local murder mystery in a snowy Alpine village. The film is unrated internationally but was given a 16+ certificate in Germany; parents should expect… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Bone Man
What happens in The Bone Man, moment by moment
- 0:07 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
- 0:16 💬 Language 4/10
- 0:28 🍷 Substances 3/10
Sex and nudity in The Bone Man
Brief sexual references and off-screen encounters are mentioned; there is no verified explicit nudity in available sources. Most sexual material is conversational or implied and used for dark humor rather than eroticism.
Violence and gore in The Bone Man
Brief, mostly non-graphic violence and threats: scuffles, a pointed gun in a standoff, and implied murders or corpses discussed by characters. Physical confrontations are short and the film does not dwell on graphic gore.
Language in The Bone Man
Frequent coarse Austrian/German-language insults and profanity, including several heated confrontations where strong swearing is used. The film relies on bitter, darkly comic one-liners and regional slurs that carry adult tone.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Bone Man
Some on-screen drinking and instances of marijuana smoking or discussion of drugs are present (drug use is neither glamorized nor a central moral lesson). Alcohol-fueled, crude behavior appears in party and bar scenes.
Mature themes in The Bone Man
Recurring mature themes: murder, death, corruption, family secrets and moral ambiguity in a small community. The investigation explores grief and criminality in a bleak, often comedic register.
Scary moments in The Bone Man
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for The Bone Man yet. Because this title is recommended for younger kids, sign up to get community-flagged jump scares, tense scenes, and startling imagery as parents submit them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Bone Man appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Bone Man is best for ages 10+. It's rated NR. Der Knochenmann (The Bone Man) is a darkly comic Austrian crime film starring ex-detective Simon Brenner who gets pulled into a local murder mystery in a snowy Alpine village. The film is unrated internationally but was…
What age rating does The Bone Man have?
The Bone Man is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is The Bone Man about?
Der Knochenmann (The Bone Man) is a darkly comic Austrian crime film starring ex-detective Simon Brenner who gets pulled into a local murder mystery in a snowy Alpine village. The film is unrated internationally but was given a 16+ certificate in Germany; parents should expect frequent coarse language, some on-screen…
Is there sex or nudity in The Bone Man?
Brief sexual references and off-screen encounters are mentioned; there is no verified explicit nudity in available sources. Most sexual material is conversational or implied and used for dark humor rather than eroticism.
How violent is The Bone Man?
Brief, mostly non-graphic violence and threats: scuffles, a pointed gun in a standoff, and implied murders or corpses discussed by characters. Physical confrontations are short and the film does not dwell on graphic gore.
Is the language in The Bone Man appropriate for kids?
Frequent coarse Austrian/German-language insults and profanity, including several heated confrontations where strong swearing is used. The film relies on bitter, darkly comic one-liners and regional slurs that carry adult tone.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Bone Man?
Some on-screen drinking and instances of marijuana smoking or discussion of drugs are present (drug use is neither glamorized nor a central moral lesson). Alcohol-fueled, crude behavior appears in party and bar scenes.
What mature themes appear in The Bone Man?
Recurring mature themes: murder, death, corruption, family secrets and moral ambiguity in a small community. The investigation explores grief and criminality in a bleak, often comedic register.
How long is The Bone Man?
The Bone Man runs 117 minutes, directed by Wolfgang Murnberger, released in 2009.
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