Is Mickey 17 appropriate for children?

**Mickey 17 Parental Guide** This R-rated sci-fi comedy features strong violence and language, making it unsuitable for children. The plot involves repeated death sequences, and the film includes moderate sexual content and disturbing imagery. Best reserved for mature teens and adults who enjoy dark humor and sci-fi themes.

What age is Mickey 17 suitable for?

Our verdict for Mickey 17 is: Not recommended. See the age grid on this page for specific recommendations by age group.

Is Mickey 17 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

Science Fiction, Comedy, Adventure

Synopsis

Unlikely hero Mickey Barnes finds himself in the extraordinary circumstance of working for an employer who demands the ultimate commitment to the job… to die, for a living.

Cast

Robert Pattinson

Mickey Barnes

Naomi Ackie

Nasha

Steven Yeun

Timo

Mark Ruffalo

Kenneth Marshall

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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