Is Caught Stealing appropriate for children?

# Caught Stealing - Parental Guide This R-rated crime thriller contains strong violence and language throughout, with moderate sexual content and some intense scenes that may disturb younger viewers. The gritty 1990s crime setting and dark subject matter make it unsuitable for children and better suited for mature teens and adults who enjoy edgy thrillers.

What age is Caught Stealing suitable for?

Our verdict for Caught Stealing is: Not recommended. See the age grid on this page for specific recommendations by age group.

Is Caught Stealing safe for children? | ScreenWise Parent Guide

Content breakdown

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Violence

Strong

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Language / Profanity

Strong

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Sexual Content

Moderate

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Horror / Scary

Moderate

About this movie

Type

Movie

Released

2025

Rating

Genre

Crime, Thriller, Comedy

Synopsis

Burned-out ex-baseball player Hank Thompson unexpectedly finds himself embroiled in a dangerous struggle for survival amidst the criminal underbelly of late 1990s New York City, forced to navigate a treacherous underworld he never imagined.

Cast

Austin Butler

Hank Thompson

Regina King

Detective Roman

Zoë Kravitz

Yvonne

Matt Smith

Russ

Full cast on IMDb ›

Age suitability

Under 6

Not yet

Ages 6–8

Not recommended

Ages 9–12

Not recommended

Ages 13+

Not recommended

Where to watch

🎬 Find on Amazon

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Not recommended

Ratings based on MPAA/TV classification and TMDB metadata. Updated March 2026.
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