Is Drive appropriate for children?

# Drive - Parental Guide This stylish crime thriller features a getaway driver who becomes involved with criminals and a neighbor. Expect strong violence including bloody scenes, frequent profanity, and some sexual content. The slow-burn plot and dark themes make it unsuitable for children, and it's best reserved for mature teens and adults who appreciate artistic crime dramas.

What age is Drive suitable for?

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

Is Drive 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

2011

Rating

Genre

Drama, Thriller, Crime

Synopsis

Driver is a skilled Hollywood stuntman who moonlights as a getaway driver for criminals. Though he projects an icy exterior, lately he's been warming up to a pretty neighbor named Irene and her young son, Benicio. When Irene's husband gets out of jail, he enlists Driver's help in a million-dollar heist. The job goes horribly wrong, and Driver must risk his life to protect Irene and Benicio from the vengeful masterminds behind the robbery.

Cast

Ryan Gosling

Driver

Carey Mulligan

Irene

Bryan Cranston

Shannon

Albert Brooks

Bernie Rose

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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