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Is Brothers safe for children?

R Drama, Thriller, War Not recommended
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Content breakdown
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Not recommended
# Brothers - Parental Guide This R-rated drama contains strong violence and language that make it unsuitable for children. The film explores dark themes including PTSD, family conflict, and infidelity following a soldier's traumatic return from Afghanistan. With moderate sexual content and disturbing imagery, it's best reserved for mature teenagers and adults.
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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
2009
Rating
R
Genre
Drama, Thriller, War
Synopsis

When his helicopter goes down during his fourth tour of duty in Afghanistan, Marine Sam Cahill is presumed dead. Back home, brother Tommy steps in to look over Sam’s wife, Grace, and two children. Sam’s surprise homecoming triggers domestic mayhem.

Cast
Tobey Maguire
Tobey Maguire
Capt. Sam Cahill
Jake Gyllenhaal
Jake Gyllenhaal
Tommy Cahill
Natalie Portman
Natalie Portman
Grace Cahill
Sam Shepard
Sam Shepard
Hank Cahill
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
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Ratings based on MPAA/TV classification and TMDB metadata. Updated March 2026.
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