Content breakdown
⚠️
Not recommended
**'71** follows a young British soldier separated from his unit in 1970s Belfast during violent civil unrest. The film contains strong, realistic violence including brutal fights and gunplay throughout. There is no foul language, sexual content, or horror elements, but the intense combat scenes and gritty tone make this unsuitable for children under 16.
About this movie
Genre
Thriller, Action, Drama, War
Synopsis
A young British soldier must find his way back to safety after his unit accidentally abandons him during a riot in the streets of Belfast.
Cast

Sean Harris
Captain Sandy Browning

Paul Anderson
Sergeant Leslie Lewis
Age suitability
Ages 9–12
Not recommended
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Ratings based on MPAA/TV classification and TMDB metadata. Updated March 2026.
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