Is Legend appropriate for children?

# Legend - Parental Guide This R-rated crime thriller follows twin gangsters in 1960s London and contains strong violence, brutal fight scenes, and frequent profanity throughout. Expect moderate sexual content and some disturbing imagery. Due to its intense criminal subject matter and graphic content, it's not suitable for children under 18.

What age is Legend suitable for?

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

Is Legend 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

2015

Rating

Genre

Crime, Thriller

Synopsis

Suave, charming and volatile, Reggie Kray and his unstable twin brother Ronnie start to leave their mark on the London underworld in the 1960s. Using violence to get what they want, the siblings orchestrate robberies and murders while running nightclubs and protection rackets. With police Detective Leonard "Nipper" Read hot on their heels, the brothers continue their rapid rise to power and achieve tabloid notoriety.

Cast

Tom Hardy

Ronald Kray / Reginald Kray

Emily Browning

Frances Shea

Christopher Eccleston

Leonard 'Nipper' Read

David Thewlis

Leslie Payne

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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