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Prisoners

DramaThrillerCrime
17+R
2013·2h 33m·Denis Villeneuve·Alcon Entertainment· Script read & verified

A psychological thriller about two young girls who disappear on Thanksgiving Day, leading to a desperate search by their families and a determined detective. The...

Watch with your child — Intense themes of missing children require mature discussion and emotional support

Heads Up for Parents

The film's entire premise revolves around child abduction, which may be particularly disturbing for parents


What's In It

Violence
Very Mild
Language
Mild
Scary
Extreme
Romance
None
Substances
Very Mild
Stimulation
Mild

Cultural & Values Guide

Faith & Religion
Christian themes

Keller Dover's devout faith drives his character throughout the film, shown through his prayers for his daughter's safe return and his moral struggle between faith and vengeance. The film meaningfully explores how extreme circumstances test religious belief and the limits of Christian forgiveness.

Values & Themes
Traditional family values

The entire narrative is driven by parents' desperate love for their children and their willingness to sacrifice everything for family. The film presents family protection and parental devotion as the highest moral imperatives, with both fathers risking their lives and souls to save their daughters.

Community Notes

  • Some may find the portrayal of a character with developmental disabilities problematic

Family Takeaways

What it gets right

  • Shows strong family bonds and community support during crisis
  • Demonstrates persistence and dedication in law enforcement work

Cast:Hugh JackmanJake GyllenhaalViola DavisMaria BelloTerrence Howard