Content breakdown
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Not recommended
# Perfume: The Story of a Murderer
This dark 18th-century drama follows a man with an extraordinary sense of smell who becomes a serial killer. The film contains strong violence, language, and sexual content alongside disturbing imagery. It's a mature, psychologically complex story unsuitable for children and best suited for older teens and adults who appreciate challenging cinema.
About this movie
Genre
Crime, Fantasy, Drama
Synopsis
Jean-Baptiste Grenouille, born in the stench of 18th century Paris, develops a superior olfactory sense, which he uses to create the world's finest perfumes. However, his work takes a dark turn as he tries to preserve scents in the search for the ultimate perfume.
Cast

Ben Whishaw
Jean-Baptiste Grenouille

Dustin Hoffman
Giuseppe Baldini
Age suitability
Ages 9–12
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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