The North (2025) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
A decade after they were best friends and roommates, Chris and Lluis set out on a 600 kilometer hike through the Scottish Highlands to reconnect with each other, nature and parts of themselves they lost.
Rated PG-13 • 2025 • 2h 12m
The North follows estranged friends Chris and Lluis as they embark on a rigorous 600-kilometer hike through the Scottish Highlands. The film is rated PG-13 primarily for frequent strong language used during their tense, emotionally charged conversations. While the journey explores themes of adult friendship and personal regret, there is no sexual content or significant physical violence. It is best suited for older teens and adults who… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The North appropriate for kids?
The North follows estranged friends Chris and Lluis as they embark on a rigorous 600-kilometer hike through the Scottish Highlands. The film is rated PG-13 primarily for frequent strong language used during their tense, emotionally charged conversations. While the journey… Read more — free account
Content severity in The North
What happens in The North, moment by moment
- 0:15 🍷 Substances 3/10
- 0:25 💬 Language 7/10
- 0:42 ♥ Sex & Nudity 1/10
Sex and nudity in The North
There is no explicit sexual content or nudity in the film; a single passing comment about past dating lives is mentioned.
Violence and gore in The North
The film contains no physical violence; the physical challenges of the hike are presented without injury or conflict.
Language in The North
Strong language is frequent throughout the film, including multiple uses of 'f-bombs' and various other harsh profanities used in heated dialogue.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The North
The characters consume alcohol in social settings on a few occasions, consistent with typical adult behavior.
Mature themes in The North
The film focuses on the emotional complexities of adult friendship, long-term regrets, and the struggle to move past personal trauma.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The North appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The North is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. The North follows estranged friends Chris and Lluis as they embark on a rigorous 600-kilometer hike through the Scottish Highlands. The film is rated PG-13 primarily for frequent strong language used during their tense…
What age rating does The North have?
The North is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is The North about?
The North follows estranged friends Chris and Lluis as they embark on a rigorous 600-kilometer hike through the Scottish Highlands. The film is rated PG-13 primarily for frequent strong language used during their tense, emotionally charged conversations. While the journey explores themes of adult friendship and…
Is there sex or nudity in The North?
There is no explicit sexual content or nudity in the film; a single passing comment about past dating lives is mentioned.
How violent is The North?
The film contains no physical violence; the physical challenges of the hike are presented without injury or conflict.
Is the language in The North appropriate for kids?
Strong language is frequent throughout the film, including multiple uses of 'f-bombs' and various other harsh profanities used in heated dialogue.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The North?
The characters consume alcohol in social settings on a few occasions, consistent with typical adult behavior.
What mature themes appear in The North?
The film focuses on the emotional complexities of adult friendship, long-term regrets, and the struggle to move past personal trauma.
How long is The North?
The North runs 132 minutes, directed by Bart Schrijver, released in 2025.
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