Is Decoding Annie Parker appropriate for children?

# Parental Guide: Decoding Annie Parker This R-rated drama contains strong language and violence, plus moderate sexual content and disturbing scenes about cancer. The serious subject matter and mature content make it unsuitable for children and most teens. Better suited for adults interested in medical dramas.

What age is Decoding Annie Parker suitable for?

Our verdict for Decoding Annie Parker is: Not recommended. See the age grid on this page for specific recommendations by age group.

Is Decoding Annie Parker safe for children?

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

2014

Rating

Genre

Drama

Synopsis

The lives of a breast-cancer patient and a researcher who is trying to prove a genetic link to cancer intersect in a groundbreaking study.

Cast

Samantha Morton

Annie Parker

Helen Hunt

Mary-Claire King

Aaron Paul

Paul

Alice Eve

Louise

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