The Swedish Connection (2026) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Swedish Foreign Ministry bureaucrat Gösta Engzell, overlooked during WWII, rescued thousands while turning supposedly neutral Sweden into a moral force. His efforts challenged the status quo and left a lasting humanitarian legacy.
Rated PG-13 • 2026 • 1h 42m
The Swedish Connection is a historical drama detailing the humanitarian efforts of Gösta Engzell, a mid-level bureaucrat who navigated Swedish political corruption to rescue Jewish refugees during WWII. The film earns its PG-13 rating primarily for historical themes, the pervasive stress of wartime bureaucratic obstacles, and frequent smoking. There is no sexual content or physical violence, though the emotional weight of family… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Swedish Connection appropriate for kids?
The Swedish Connection is a historical drama detailing the humanitarian efforts of Gösta Engzell, a mid-level bureaucrat who navigated Swedish political corruption to rescue Jewish refugees during WWII. The film earns its PG-13 rating primarily for historical themes, the… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Swedish Connection
What happens in The Swedish Connection, moment by moment
- 0:12 🍷 Substances 3/10
- 0:28 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
- 0:45 🍷 Substances 3/10
Sex and nudity in The Swedish Connection
None. No sexual content, nudity, or romantic scenes are present.
Violence and gore in The Swedish Connection
None. While the stakes involve the threat of genocide and death camps, there is no on-screen physical violence or gore.
Language in The Swedish Connection
Mild. The dialogue contains occasional mild profanity, primarily consisting of Swedish curse words consistent with the period and setting.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Swedish Connection
Moderate. Smoking is prevalent throughout the film, reflecting the 1940s setting. Several scenes feature characters drinking alcohol in both social and stressful, forced professional contexts.
Mature themes in The Swedish Connection
Strong. The film deals with the heavy realities of the Holocaust, including the deportation of families and the existential threat faced by Jewish refugees. The bureaucratic indifference of Swedish officials and the emotional strain of navigating political corruption are constant sources of tension.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Swedish Connection appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Swedish Connection is best for ages 12+. It's rated PG-13. The Swedish Connection is a historical drama detailing the humanitarian efforts of Gösta Engzell, a mid-level bureaucrat who navigated Swedish political corruption to rescue Jewish refugees during WWII. The film earns…
What age rating does The Swedish Connection have?
The Swedish Connection is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 12+.
What is The Swedish Connection about?
The Swedish Connection is a historical drama detailing the humanitarian efforts of Gösta Engzell, a mid-level bureaucrat who navigated Swedish political corruption to rescue Jewish refugees during WWII. The film earns its PG-13 rating primarily for historical themes, the pervasive stress of wartime bureaucratic…
Is there sex or nudity in The Swedish Connection?
None. No sexual content, nudity, or romantic scenes are present.
How violent is The Swedish Connection?
None. While the stakes involve the threat of genocide and death camps, there is no on-screen physical violence or gore.
Is the language in The Swedish Connection appropriate for kids?
Mild. The dialogue contains occasional mild profanity, primarily consisting of Swedish curse words consistent with the period and setting.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Swedish Connection?
Moderate. Smoking is prevalent throughout the film, reflecting the 1940s setting. Several scenes feature characters drinking alcohol in both social and stressful, forced professional contexts.
What mature themes appear in The Swedish Connection?
Strong. The film deals with the heavy realities of the Holocaust, including the deportation of families and the existential threat faced by Jewish refugees. The bureaucratic indifference of Swedish officials and the emotional strain of navigating political…
How long is The Swedish Connection?
The Swedish Connection runs 102 minutes, directed by Thérèse Ahlbeck, Marcus Olsson, released in 2026.
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