Is In Secret appropriate for children?

# In Secret - Parental Guide This R-rated period drama contains strong violence, language, and sexual content as a woman trapped in an unhappy marriage pursues a dangerous affair in 1860s Paris. The film's dark themes of adultery, murder, and psychological manipulation make it unsuitable for children and best suited for mature audiences only.

What age is In Secret suitable for?

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

Is In Secret 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

Strong

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Horror / Scary

Moderate

About this movie

Type

Movie

Released

2014

Rating

Genre

Drama, Thriller, Crime, Romance

Synopsis

In 1860s Paris, a young woman, Therese, is trapped in a loveless marriage to the sickly Camille by her domineering aunt, Madame Raquin. She spends her days behind the counter of a small shop and her evenings watching Madame play dominos with an eclectic group. After she meets her husband’s alluring friend, Laurent, she embarks on an illicit affair that leads to tragic consequences. Based on Emile Zola’s novel, Thérèse Raquin.

Cast

Elizabeth Olsen

Thérèse Raquin

Tom Felton

Camille Raquin

Jessica Lange

Madame Raquin

Matt Lucas

Olivier

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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