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# Rental Family - Parental Guide
This PG-13 drama-comedy follows an American actor in Tokyo who joins a "rental family" agency, playing various family roles for strangers. While generally appropriate for teens, the film contains mild language, some sexual references, and moderate violence. It explores themes of belonging and purpose that may resonate with older children, though some younger viewers might find parts slow-paced.
Synopsis
An American actor in Tokyo struggles to find purpose until he lands an unusual gig: working for a Japanese 'rental family' agency, playing stand-in roles for strangers. As he immerses himself in his clients' worlds, he begins to form genuine bonds that blur the lines between performance and reality.
Cast

Brendan Fraser
Phillip Vanderploeg

Mari Yamamoto
Aiko Nakajima

Shannon Mahina Gorman
Mia Kawasaki
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Ratings based on MPAA/TV classification and TMDB metadata. Updated March 2026.
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