Promising Young Woman
ThrillerCrimeDrama
17+R
2020·1h 54m·Emerald Fennell·LuckyChap Entertainment·● Script read & verified
A psychological thriller about a woman who pretends to be drunk at bars to expose predatory men who target intoxicated women. The film explores themes...
Watch with your child — Complex themes about sexual assault and predatory behavior require mature discussion and context
Heads Up for Parents
The protagonist deliberately puts herself in dangerous situations as part of her mission, which could be concerning to parents
What's In It
Violence
Very Mild▸
Language
Extreme▸
Scary
Mild▸
Romance
Mild▸
Substances
Extreme▸
Stimulation
Mild▸
Cultural & Values Guide
Values & Themes
●LGBTQ themes
Ryan's sexuality is explicitly acknowledged, and the film explores toxic masculinity and gender dynamics throughout, including how society treats women differently than men.
Community Notes
- Some critics argue the film's approach to addressing sexual assault through revenge fantasy may be problematic
Family Takeaways
What it gets right
- ✓Highlights the reality that predators often see themselves as 'nice guys'
- ✓Shows how victim-blaming language perpetuates harm
Cast:Carey MulliganBo BurnhamAlison BrieClancy BrownJennifer Coolidge