Is Call Me by Your Name appropriate for children?

# Call Me by Your Name - Parental Guide This R-rated drama depicts a romantic and sexual relationship between a 17-year-old and an older graduate student. It contains strong language, explicit sexual content, and nudity. It's appropriate only for mature teenagers who can handle complex themes about sexuality and coming-of-age; not suitable for younger children.

What age is Call Me by Your Name suitable for?

Our verdict for Call Me by Your Name is: Not recommended. See the age grid on this page for specific recommendations by age group.

Is Call Me by Your Name safe for children?

Content breakdown

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Violence

Strong

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Language / Profanity

Strong

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Sexual Content

Strong

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Horror / Scary

Moderate

About this movie

Type

Movie

Released

2017

Rating

Genre

Romance, Drama

Synopsis

In the summer of 1983, a 17-year-old Elio spends his days in his family's villa in Italy. One day Oliver, a graduate student, arrives to assist Elio's father, a professor of Greco-Roman culture. Soon, Elio and Oliver discover a summer that will alter their lives forever.

Cast

Armie Hammer

Oliver

Timothée Chalamet

Elio

Michael Stuhlbarg

Mr. Perlman

Amira Casar

Annella

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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Not recommended

Ratings based on MPAA/TV classification and TMDB metadata. Updated March 2026.
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