The Departed (2006) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
To take down South Boston's Irish Mafia, the police send in one of their own to infiltrate the underworld, not realizing the syndicate has done likewise. While an undercover cop curries favor with the mob kingpin, a career criminal rises through the police ranks. But both sides soon discover there's a mole among them.
Rated R • 2006 • 2h 31m
The Departed is a intense, R-rated crime thriller focusing on a deadly cat-and-mouse game between an undercover state trooper and a mob mole within the Boston police force. Parents should be aware that the film contains pervasive, extreme profanity, brutal and graphic violence, and frequent depictions of drug and alcohol use. The plot centers on complex, dark themes of institutional corruption, betrayal, and psychological trauma as… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Departed appropriate for kids?
The Departed is a intense, R-rated crime thriller focusing on a deadly cat-and-mouse game between an undercover state trooper and a mob mole within the Boston police force. Parents should be aware that the film contains pervasive, extreme profanity, brutal and graphic violence… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Departed
What happens in The Departed, moment by moment
- 0:10 🔥 Mature Themes 6/10
- 0:15 💬 Language 8/10
- 0:25 ♥ Sex & Nudity 4/10
Sex and nudity in The Departed
Moderate content includes brief glimpses of a pornographic film, references to sexual acts, and scenes involving characters in states of undress. There is an implication of an affair between Billy Costigan and Madolyn Madden.
Violence and gore in The Departed
This film features severe, graphic violence, including frequent gunfights, point-blank executions with visible blood splatter, and scenes of torture involving a broken hand. These moments are often sudden and jarring.
Language in The Departed
Language is pervasive and severe throughout. The film contains a high volume of 'F-bombs' exceeding 300 instances, alongside frequent use of racial, homophobic, and ableist slurs.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Departed
Moderate use is shown, with characters frequently seen smoking, drinking alcohol, and engaging in the use of cocaine, heroin, and prescription pills.
Mature themes in The Departed
The film explores dark and cynical themes including systemic corruption, the psychological toll of deep-cover work, the erosion of personal identity, and the brutal nature of organized crime.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Departed appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Departed is best for ages 17+. It's rated R. The Departed is a intense, R-rated crime thriller focusing on a deadly cat-and-mouse game between an undercover state trooper and a mob mole within the Boston police force. Parents should be aware that the film contains…
What age rating does The Departed have?
The Departed is officially rated R. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 17+.
What is The Departed about?
The Departed is a intense, R-rated crime thriller focusing on a deadly cat-and-mouse game between an undercover state trooper and a mob mole within the Boston police force. Parents should be aware that the film contains pervasive, extreme profanity, brutal and graphic violence, and frequent depictions of drug and…
Is there sex or nudity in The Departed?
Moderate content includes brief glimpses of a pornographic film, references to sexual acts, and scenes involving characters in states of undress. There is an implication of an affair between Billy Costigan and Madolyn Madden.
How violent is The Departed?
This film features severe, graphic violence, including frequent gunfights, point-blank executions with visible blood splatter, and scenes of torture involving a broken hand. These moments are often sudden and jarring.
Is the language in The Departed appropriate for kids?
Language is pervasive and severe throughout. The film contains a high volume of 'F-bombs' exceeding 300 instances, alongside frequent use of racial, homophobic, and ableist slurs.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Departed?
Moderate use is shown, with characters frequently seen smoking, drinking alcohol, and engaging in the use of cocaine, heroin, and prescription pills.
What mature themes appear in The Departed?
The film explores dark and cynical themes including systemic corruption, the psychological toll of deep-cover work, the erosion of personal identity, and the brutal nature of organized crime.
How long is The Departed?
The Departed runs 151 minutes, directed by Martin Scorsese, released in 2006.
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