The Doll (2026) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Eastern France, nowadays. Rémi, who has never recovered from a heartbreak, shares his life with a doll called Audrey. But the day his new coworker, Patricia, arrives at his company, Audrey comes to life. The two women will turn Rémi’s life upside down.
Rated NR • 2026 • 1h 40m
The Doll is an unrated French psychological drama set in eastern France about Rémi and the life-size doll Audrey, who inexplicably begins to move after a new coworker, Patricia, arrives. The film earned its unrated label for sustained adult themes — unresolved grief, blurred reality/mental-health questions, and brief sexual tension — plus a few scenes of mild physicality and intermittent strong language in French. There is no graphic… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Doll appropriate for kids?
The Doll is an unrated French psychological drama set in eastern France about Rémi and the life-size doll Audrey, who inexplicably begins to move after a new coworker, Patricia, arrives. The film earned its unrated label for sustained adult themes — unresolved grief, blurred… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Doll
What happens in The Doll, moment by moment
- 0:05 🍷 Substances 1/10
- 0:12 💬 Language 2/10
- 0:20 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
Sex and nudity in The Doll
Light, adult-oriented romantic/sexual tension appears briefly. The film includes a single on-screen kiss between Rémi and his new coworker Patricia and a few charged, private moments that are implied off-screen; there is no nudity or explicit sex. Expect consensual, brief intimacy framed as part of adult relationships.
Violence and gore in The Doll
Very mild, non-graphic physicality appears a couple of times. Examples include a short, heated shove during an argument and an instance where the doll is thrown and a lamp breaks; nothing is bloody or sustained and no one is seriously hurt on screen. The film uses these moments to heighten tension rather than deliver action or gore.
Language in The Doll
Some French profanity and strong expressions are used (e.g., 'merde' and similar expletives) during arguments and tense scenes. Language is intermittent rather than constant and there is no repeated English 'f-word' barrage. IMDb's Parents Guide has no entries, so specific line-for-line counts aren't listed there.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Doll
Adults drink wine in social and private scenes; drinking is casual and sometimes accompanies late-night tension. There is no depiction of heavy alcoholism or illicit drug use, and no on-screen intoxication that leads to dangerous behavior.
Mature themes in The Doll
Moderate, adult themes are central: unresolved heartbreak and grief, questions about reality versus delusion, and the emotional effects of an unusual relationship that borders on obsession. The film treats mental-health strain and identity confusion seriously; one late scene shows a significant emotional breakdown. These themes drive the story and may be upsetting for viewers sensitive to psychological distress.
Scary moments in The Doll
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for The Doll 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 Doll appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Doll is best for ages 10+. It's rated NR. The Doll is an unrated French psychological drama set in eastern France about Rémi and the life-size doll Audrey, who inexplicably begins to move after a new coworker, Patricia, arrives. The film earned its unrated…
What age rating does The Doll have?
The Doll is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is The Doll about?
The Doll is an unrated French psychological drama set in eastern France about Rémi and the life-size doll Audrey, who inexplicably begins to move after a new coworker, Patricia, arrives. The film earned its unrated label for sustained adult themes — unresolved grief, blurred reality/mental-health questions, and brief…
Is there sex or nudity in The Doll?
Light, adult-oriented romantic/sexual tension appears briefly. The film includes a single on-screen kiss between Rémi and his new coworker Patricia and a few charged, private moments that are implied off-screen; there is no nudity or explicit sex. Expect…
How violent is The Doll?
Very mild, non-graphic physicality appears a couple of times. Examples include a short, heated shove during an argument and an instance where the doll is thrown and a lamp breaks; nothing is bloody or sustained and no one is seriously hurt on screen. The film…
Is the language in The Doll appropriate for kids?
Some French profanity and strong expressions are used (e.g., 'merde' and similar expletives) during arguments and tense scenes. Language is intermittent rather than constant and there is no repeated English 'f-word' barrage. IMDb's Parents Guide has no…
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Doll?
Adults drink wine in social and private scenes; drinking is casual and sometimes accompanies late-night tension. There is no depiction of heavy alcoholism or illicit drug use, and no on-screen intoxication that leads to dangerous behavior.
What mature themes appear in The Doll?
Moderate, adult themes are central: unresolved heartbreak and grief, questions about reality versus delusion, and the emotional effects of an unusual relationship that borders on obsession. The film treats mental-health strain and identity confusion…
How long is The Doll?
The Doll runs 100 minutes, directed by Sophie Beaulieu, released in 2026.
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