If I Had Legs I’d Kick You is a 2025 American psychological comedy-drama written and directed by Mary Bronstein. The film stars Rose Byrne, Conan O’Brien, Danielle Macdonald, A$AP Rocky, and Christian Slater.
The movie premiered at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival and will be released in U.S. theaters by A24 on October 10, 2025. Rose Byrne’s performance earned her the Silver Bear for Best Leading Performance at the 75th Berlin International Film Festival.
Set in Montauk, New York, the story follows Linda, a working mother and therapist whose life is falling apart. After a water leak destroys her apartment, she moves into a run-down motel with her sick daughter. As she juggles her child’s mysterious illness, an absent husband, and tensions with her own therapist, Linda’s mental health begins to crumble.
The film blends dark humor with emotional drama, exploring modern motherhood, parental guilt, and the emotional cost of caregiving.
If I Had Legs I’d Kick You Age Rating
The movie is rated R for language, some drug use, and bloody images. Below is a spoiler-free breakdown of its content:
Violence & Peril
The film contains a few brief but unsettling moments involving bloody images. While there is no graphic violence, some medical imagery and disturbing visual elements may be uncomfortable for sensitive viewers.
Language
Frequent use of strong language throughout, including the F-word and other profanities. The tone of the conversations often reflects frustration, stress, and emotional breakdowns.
Substance Use
There are a few scenes involving drug use, mostly shown in a casual or background context. Alcohol is also present in some scenes.
Mature Themes
The movie explores adult themes like mental health struggles, parental burnout, and strained relationships. The tone is emotionally heavy despite its comedic moments, with several scenes dealing with anxiety, guilt, and emotional vulnerability.
Is If I Had Legs I’d Kick You Suitable for Teens?
Ages 10–12: Not suitable. The film’s strong language, mature themes, and occasional bloody imagery make it inappropriate for pre-teens.
Ages 13–17: Generally not recommended for younger teens. Older, mature teens (16+) might appreciate the film’s dark humor and emotional complexity, but the heavy themes and language may be off-putting.
This is primarily an adult-targeted film, intended for viewers who can relate to or appreciate its exploration of mental health and parental pressures.
What Parents Can Do
Preview the Film: Watch it first if considering it for an older teen to assess comfort with the language and themes.
Discuss Mental Health Themes: Use the movie as a springboard to talk about emotional stress, therapy, and seeking help.
Set Expectations: Explain that while it has comedic moments, it is not a lighthearted comedy and deals with serious emotional issues.
Official Trailer
FAQs
Q: What is the age rating for If I Had Legs I’d Kick You?
A: It is rated R for language, some drug use, and bloody images.
Q: Is it appropriate for teens?
A: Not for most teens. The strong language and mature emotional themes make it better suited for adults.
Q: Does the film contain violence?
A: Very little. There are some bloody images, but no graphic or extended violence.
Q: Is there sexual content?
A: No sexual content or nudity is present in the film.
Q: Where can I watch it?
A: The film will be released in U.S. theaters on October 10, 2025, by A24.