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Zoey & Ben (2026) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Unsuccessful actor Ben unexpectedly becomes the full-time parent of his nine-year-old daughter, Zoey, whom he has only seen every other weekend, after her mother is hospitalized following an overdose. Shot over a span of ten years, ZOEY & BEN follows their journey through life's triumphs and setbacks, charting Ben's transformation from a self-absorbed dreamer into a compassionate family man, and Zoey's evolution from a traumatized little girl into a confident young woman.

Rated NR • 2026 • 1h 34m

Age
13+

Zoey & Ben is a character-driven drama that chronicles the decade-long relationship between an actor and his daughter after her mother's medical emergency. Parents should be aware that the film deals with mature themes including parental neglect, the long-term impact of substance abuse, and emotional trauma. There is very little physical conflict or coarse language, as the film focuses primarily on the evolving bond between Ben and… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

ZL
Zoe Lara Löhmann
SB
Sebastian Borucki
MP
Martin Plass
NA
Nina Alena Ruhz
Luzian Gupta
Luzian Gupta
FB
Franziska Breite
Anja S. Gläser
Anja S. Gläser
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Is Zoey & Ben appropriate for kids?

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Content severity in Zoey & Ben

Sex None 0/10
Violence Moderate 3/10
Language Moderate 3/10
Substances Strong 6/10
Themes Strong 5/10

What happens in Zoey & Ben, moment by moment

  1. 0:08 🍷 Substances 6/10
  2. 0:15 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
  3. 0:22 💬 Language 3/10
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Sex and nudity in Zoey & Ben

None. The film contains no sexual content, nudity, or suggestive romantic scenes.

Violence and gore in Zoey & Ben

Minimal. Violence is limited to a brief, non-graphic incident of physical altercations or emotional outbursts typical of high-stress family drama.

Language in Zoey & Ben

Mild. There is occasional use of non-aggressive profanity, such as 'hell' or 'damn,' used in moments of frustration or casual conversation.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Zoey & Ben

Moderate. The film's catalyst is a mother's hospitalization following a drug overdose, which is discussed as a recurring point of emotional conflict for the characters.

Mature themes in Zoey & Ben

Strong. The film explores serious topics including childhood abandonment, the challenges of single parenting, emotional trauma resulting from parental addiction, and the long-term process of familial healing.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Zoey & Ben appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Zoey & Ben is best for ages 13+. It's rated NR. Zoey & Ben is a character-driven drama that chronicles the decade-long relationship between an actor and his daughter after her mother's medical emergency. Parents should be aware that the film deals with mature themes…

What age rating does Zoey & Ben have?

Zoey & Ben is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.

What is Zoey & Ben about?

Zoey & Ben is a character-driven drama that chronicles the decade-long relationship between an actor and his daughter after her mother's medical emergency. Parents should be aware that the film deals with mature themes including parental neglect, the long-term impact of substance abuse, and emotional trauma. There is…

Is there sex or nudity in Zoey & Ben?

None. The film contains no sexual content, nudity, or suggestive romantic scenes.

How violent is Zoey & Ben?

Minimal. Violence is limited to a brief, non-graphic incident of physical altercations or emotional outbursts typical of high-stress family drama.

Is the language in Zoey & Ben appropriate for kids?

Mild. There is occasional use of non-aggressive profanity, such as 'hell' or 'damn,' used in moments of frustration or casual conversation.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Zoey & Ben?

Moderate. The film's catalyst is a mother's hospitalization following a drug overdose, which is discussed as a recurring point of emotional conflict for the characters.

What mature themes appear in Zoey & Ben?

Strong. The film explores serious topics including childhood abandonment, the challenges of single parenting, emotional trauma resulting from parental addiction, and the long-term process of familial healing.

How long is Zoey & Ben?

Zoey & Ben runs 94 minutes, directed by Alexander Conrads, released in 2026.

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