The Salesman (2016) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Forced out of their apartment due to dangerous works on a neighboring building, Emad and Rana move into a new flat in the center of Tehran. An incident linked to the previous tenant will dramatically change the young couple’s life.
Rated PG-13 • 2016 • 2h 5m
In Asghar Farhadi's The Salesman, a married couple living in Tehran faces a life-altering crisis after the wife, Rana, is assaulted in their home by an intruder. As husband Emad obsessively tracks down the perpetrator, their relationship strains under the weight of trauma, anger, and the pursuit of vengeance. The film is rated PG-13 primarily for mature thematic elements surrounding sexual assault and its psychological aftermath, along… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Salesman appropriate for kids?
In Asghar Farhadi's The Salesman, a married couple living in Tehran faces a life-altering crisis after the wife, Rana, is assaulted in their home by an intruder. As husband Emad obsessively tracks down the perpetrator, their relationship strains under the weight of trauma… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Salesman
What happens in The Salesman, moment by moment
- 0:25 ⚔ Violence & Gore 2/10
- 0:40 ♥ Sex & Nudity 3/10
- 0:42 ⚔ Violence & Gore 4/10
Sex and nudity in The Salesman
There is no explicit sexual content or nudity. The film's narrative core is an implied sexual assault that takes place off-screen.
Violence and gore in The Salesman
Violence is infrequent and generally low-impact. One scene features blood following an assault, and there is a brief physical confrontation near the end of the film.
Language in The Salesman
Language is very mild throughout, consistent with the film's grounded, realistic tone.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Salesman
There is no notable substance use depicted on-screen.
Mature themes in The Salesman
The film centers on heavy themes of trauma, infidelity, and the moral ambiguity of revenge. Characters experience profound psychological distress following an act of violence.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Salesman appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Salesman is best for ages 14+. It's rated PG-13. In Asghar Farhadi's The Salesman, a married couple living in Tehran faces a life-altering crisis after the wife, Rana, is assaulted in their home by an intruder. As husband Emad obsessively tracks down the perpetrator…
What age rating does The Salesman have?
The Salesman is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 14+.
What is The Salesman about?
In Asghar Farhadi's The Salesman, a married couple living in Tehran faces a life-altering crisis after the wife, Rana, is assaulted in their home by an intruder. As husband Emad obsessively tracks down the perpetrator, their relationship strains under the weight of trauma, anger, and the pursuit of vengeance. The film…
Is there sex or nudity in The Salesman?
There is no explicit sexual content or nudity. The film's narrative core is an implied sexual assault that takes place off-screen.
How violent is The Salesman?
Violence is infrequent and generally low-impact. One scene features blood following an assault, and there is a brief physical confrontation near the end of the film.
Is the language in The Salesman appropriate for kids?
Language is very mild throughout, consistent with the film's grounded, realistic tone.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Salesman?
There is no notable substance use depicted on-screen.
What mature themes appear in The Salesman?
The film centers on heavy themes of trauma, infidelity, and the moral ambiguity of revenge. Characters experience profound psychological distress following an act of violence.
How long is The Salesman?
The Salesman runs 125 minutes, directed by Asghar Farhadi, released in 2016.
Where can I read the full The Salesman parent guide?
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