Honey Don’t! is a 2025 American detective comedy directed by Ethan Coen and co-written with Tricia Cooke. It follows their 2024 film Drive-Away Dolls as part of a planned “lesbian B-movie trilogy.” The cast includes Margaret Qualley, Aubrey Plaza, Charlie Day, and Chris Evans.
The film had its world premiere at the Cannes Film Festival on May 24, 2025, and is set for theatrical release in the U.S. and Canada on August 22, 2025, distributed by Focus Features.
This dark, offbeat comedy follows Honey O’Donahue, a quirky small-town private investigator, who gets caught up in a string of strange deaths connected to a secretive local church. With its adult humor and bold content, Honey Don’t! dives into mystery, sexuality, and satire.
Why Honey Don’t! Rated R?
Honey Don’t! is rated R for strong sexual content, graphic nudity, some strong violence, and language, making it inappropriate for children or most teens. An R (Restricted) rating from the Motion Picture Association (MPA) means that the film contains content that is only suitable for adults. Viewers under 17 years old require a parent or adult guardian to attend.
Below is a detailed, spoiler-free breakdown of the content to help parents make informed decisions:
Violence & Gore
Violence is not constant but includes a few intense scenes involving physical fights, blood, and offbeat deaths tied to the mystery. The tone is darkly comedic rather than frightening, but some moments may be disturbing for younger viewers.
Language
Profanity is used frequently throughout the film. Expect strong and explicit language, including the F-word and other adult terms.
Sex & Nudity
The film includes multiple sex scenes—both heterosexual and lesbian—featuring female breast and butt nudity. The scenes are explicit in nature, though not pornographic. There is no male nudity. Sexual content plays a major part in the film’s tone and humor.
Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking
Characters are shown using drugs and drinking alcohol in various scenes. The behavior is portrayed casually and often humorously, but it’s consistent enough to be a concern for younger viewers.
Frightening & Intense Scenes
The film includes surreal or intense moments with a dark and sometimes eerie atmosphere. Scenes involving religious cults and mysterious deaths may unsettle sensitive audiences, even within a comedic framework.
Is Honey Don’t! Suitable for Teens?
Ages 10–12: Not suitable: Due to graphic sexual content, nudity, profanity, and drug use, this film is inappropriate for pre-teens. Even comedic elements do not soften the mature content for this age group.
Ages 13–17: Not recommended: Though older teens may be familiar with strong language or edgy humor, Honey Don’t! Includes multiple explicit sex scenes, nudity, and drug use, making it unsuitable for teen audiences overall. Even mature teens may find the tone too adult.
This movie is clearly made for adult audiences and is best viewed by those 18 and older.
What Parents Can Do
Know the Content: The R rating isn’t just for language—it includes nudity, sex scenes, and drug use. Read content summaries before letting teens view it.
Discuss Media Literacy: If older teens watch the film, use it as a way to talk about how sex, religion, and death are portrayed in comedy.
Set Expectations: Help teens understand that while the film is funny and stylized, it contains adult material that isn’t meant for younger viewers.
Official Trailer
FAQs
Q: What is the age rating for Honey Don’t!?
A: It is rated R for strong sexual content, graphic nudity, some strong violence, and language.
Q: Is Honey Don’t! appropriate for teens?
A: No. The film includes multiple explicit scenes and is best suited for adult audiences.
Q: Does the movie include sexual content?
A: Yes. It features several sex scenes and nudity, mostly involving women. There is no male nudity.
Q: Are there any scary scenes?
A: Some scenes are intense or eerie, especially involving the mystery and church setting, but they are mixed with dark comedy.
Q: Where can I watch Honey Don’t!?
A: The film will be released in theaters across the U.S. and Canada on August 22, 2025, by Focus Features.