One Battle After Another (2025) is an American crime-action thriller from Paul Thomas Anderson. He writes and directs; Warner Bros. releases it in theaters on September 26, 2025. The cast features Leonardo DiCaprio, Sean Penn, Benicio del Toro, Regina Hall, and Teyana Taylor. Ex-revolutionaries reunite to save a comrade’s daughter; it loosely nods to Pynchon’s Vineland.

One Battle After Another Age Rating

One Battle After Another is rated R — “Sexual Content, Pervasive Language, Drug Use, and Violence.” The film is theatrically released by Warner Bros., with premium large-format runs, and has a reported runtime around 161–162 minutes. Although no TV rating exists, the intensity and reasons align most closely with TV-MA on streaming. Expect adult language throughout, bursts of violent action, some sexual content, and depictions of drug use within a tense, chase-driven story.

Violence & Peril

Moderate to strong, grounded action is suggested by marketing and synopsis. Scenes likely include gunfire, pursuits, confrontations, and peril tied to a kidnapping plot. Violence is emphasized more for tension than gore. Sustained chase elements may keep anxiety high for sensitive viewers.

Language

Pervasive strong profanity appears frequently across arguments and stressful situations. Parents should anticipate repeated F-word uses. Derogatory slurs are not confirmed by official materials. Overall language intensity supports the R classification.

Mature Themes

Themes include political radicalism, vigilantism, abduction, and loyalty among former revolutionaries. Drug use is present in some scenes. Sexual content occurs but is not the film’s focus. The tone mixes dark stakes with moments of offbeat humor.

Is One Battle After Another Suitable for Teens?

Ages 10–12: No. The R rating, language, and violence are too mature. Intense peril may be disturbing.

Ages 13–15: No. Content is designed for adults, with pervasive profanity and risky themes. The story’s menace is sustained.

Ages 16–17: With Guidance. Mature older teens may handle it, but discussions about violence and ethics are important.

Final Recommendation: Best for 17+ with parental accompaniment per U.S. theater rules.

What Parents Can Do

Preview key scenes to gauge tolerance for relentless chase tension and frequent profanity.

Discuss real-world context, including political extremism and when vigilantism crosses moral lines.

Set expectations around language, risky choices, and safer ways characters could seek help.

Official Trailer

FAQs

1) What is the age rating for One Battle After Another?
It is rated R for sexual content, pervasive language, drug use, and violence.

2) Is it appropriate for teens?
Generally no for younger teens; older teens only with guidance due to intensity and language.

3) How violent or scary is it?
Expect grounded action, gunfire, and kidnapping peril rather than graphic gore. Sustained chases add stress.

4) Does the movie include strong language or slurs?
Yes, strong profanity is frequent; slurs are not confirmed by official sources.

5) Is there sexual content or nudity?
Yes, sexual content is present but not the main focus of the story.

6) Where can I watch it?
Only in theaters starting September 26, 2025 in the U.S., including premium formats. One Battle After Another | Official Movie Site