London Calling is a 2025 American action comedy film directed by Allan Ungar and written by Omer Levin Menekse, Quinn Wolfe, and Ungar. The movie stars Josh Duhamel, Rick Hoffman, Aidan Gillen, and Jeremy Ray Taylor.
The story follows a down-on-his-luck hitman who, after a job goes wrong in the UK, escapes and ends up in an unexpected situation—babysitting the son of his new crime boss and teaching him what it means to be a man.
Blending sharp humor with gritty action, the film explores themes of responsibility, mentorship, and redemption. London Calling was screened as part of the Industry Selects program at the 2024 Toronto International Film Festival and will be released in theaters on September 19, 2025.
London Calling Age Rating
London Calling film is rated R for strong/bloody violence, language throughout, drug use, and some sexual content.
An R-rated film means it has been classified as Restricted by the Motion Picture Association (MPA), indicating that the movie contains adult material. Viewers under 17 years old are not allowed to watch the film in theaters without a parent or adult guardian. The rating signals that the content may be too mature or intense for younger audiences, and parents are strongly urged to consider whether the film is appropriate for their teens.
Violence & Peril
There are several scenes of intense action, including shootouts, physical fights, and blood-splattered violence. While stylized for comedic effect, the violence can still be graphic. Injuries are shown, and some deaths occur on-screen.
Language
Strong language is used frequently, including multiple uses of the f-word and other harsh profanity. The tone of the dialogue is gritty and fast-paced, in line with typical action-comedy banter.
Drug Use
Some scenes involve characters using illegal drugs, including casual substance use during parties or criminal gatherings. The drug use is not glorified but is clearly depicted.
Sexual Content
There are a few suggestive scenes, including references to sex and some mild sexual humor. One brief scene includes partial nudity, but there are no extended or graphic sex scenes.
Is London Calling Suitable for Teens?
Ages 10–12: Not suitable. The violent action, harsh language, drug content, and mature jokes make this inappropriate for pre-teens.
Ages 13–17: Not recommended. While older teens may be drawn to the humor and action, the film’s frequent strong language, violent scenes, and drug use push it firmly into adult territory. It’s not aimed at a teen audience.
London Calling is best for adult viewers who enjoy edgy action comedies with mature content. Teens may find it entertaining but should be guided by age restrictions.
What Parents Should Know
Preview the Film First: Watch it before deciding if your older teen can handle the content.
Talk About the Humor: Discuss the difference between real-life consequences and the exaggerated action-comedy style.
Set Limits on R-rated Content: Remind teens that R-rated films often include adult situations not suitable for younger viewers.
Official Trailer
FAQs
Q: What is the age rating for London Calling (2025)?
A: It is rated R for strong/bloody violence, language, drug use, and some sexual content.
Q: Is London Calling appropriate for teenagers?
A: No. Due to its mature content, it is recommended for adult audiences.
Q: Does the movie contain graphic violence?
A: Yes. The violence is stylized but includes blood and injury detail.
Q: Is there nudity or sexual content?
A: There is brief partial nudity and mild sexual content, but no explicit sex scenes.
Q: When is London Calling releasing?
A: It will be released in theaters on September 19, 2025.