Is Total Recall appropriate for children?

# Total Recall - Parental Guide This R-rated sci-fi action film contains strong violence, including shootouts and brutal fight scenes, along with strong language and moderate sexual content. The confusing plot about implanted memories may also be unsettling for younger viewers. Not recommended for children under 17 without parental permission.

What age is Total Recall suitable for?

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

Is Total Recall 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

1990

Rating

Genre

Action, Adventure, Science Fiction

Synopsis

Construction worker Douglas Quaid's obsession with the planet Mars leads him to visit Recall, a company that manufactures memories. When his memory implant goes wrong, Doug can no longer be sure what is and isn't reality.

Cast

Arnold Schwarzenegger

Douglas Quaid / Hauser

Rachel Ticotin

Melina

Sharon Stone

Lori Quaid

Ronny Cox

Vilos Cohaagen

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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