Play Dirty is a 2025 American crime-action heist thriller. It is directed by Shane Black and written by Black, Charles Mondry, and Anthony Bagarozzi.
The film stars Mark Wahlberg, LaKeith Stanfield, Rosa Salazar, Keegan-Michael Key, Chukwudi Iwuji, Nat Wolff, Thomas Jane, and Tony Shalhoub.
The story follows master thief Parker as he plans a massive score that puts him against the New York mob. The movie is based on Donald E. Westlake’s “Parker” novels (pen name Richard Stark). Play Dirty premieres October 1, 2025, on Prime Video.
Play Dirty Age Rating
Play Dirty is rated R (MPA) for strong violence, pervasive language, and some sexual content and nudity. The tone mixes slick heist fun with gritty action and sharp banter.
Expect frequent shootouts and rough fights, heavy profanity during tense confrontations, and brief sensuality with partial nudity. The film runs about 2h 5m and debuts on Prime Video.
Violence & Peril
Action is strong. Gunfire, close-quarters fights, and sustained peril occur during heists and mob clashes. Injuries are shown; intensity is heightened by rapid pacing and high stakes.
Language
Pervasive strong language across arguments, planning scenes, and showdowns. Expect repeated use of the f-word and other profanities.
Mature Themes
Focus on high-level theft, organized crime, and moral gray areas typical of anti-hero stories. Brief sexual content and nudity appear; bars, nightlife, and adult situations feature throughout.
Is Play Dirty Suitable for Teens?
Ages 10–12: No. Intense action and frequent strong language make it unsuitable.
Ages 13–15: No. The R-rated violence and profanity exceed typical teen content.
Ages 16–17: With Guidance. Mature older teens who enjoy heist films may handle it, but parents should be aware of the violence, language, and brief nudity.
Bottom line: Best for ages 16+ with parental guidance; comfortably fine for 17+.
What Parents Can Do
Set expectations: Explain that Parker is an anti-hero; discuss ethics and consequences after the film.
Prep for intensity: Let teens know to expect loud, fast action scenes and mob threats.
Talk media literacy: Compare “stylized” heist thrills with real-world crime and risk.
Official Trailer
FAQs
1) What is Play Dirty rated and why?
It’s R for strong violence, pervasive language, and some sexual content and nudity.
2) Is Play Dirty appropriate for teens?
Mostly no for under 16. Mature 16–17s may watch with guidance due to intensity and language.
3) How violent or scary is it?
Expect shootouts, fights, and mob peril during a high-stakes heist; intensity is sustained.
4) How much profanity is there?
Frequent strong profanity, including repeated f-words throughout.
5) Is there sexual content or nudity?
Yes—brief sexual content and some nudity, not the film’s main focus.
6) Where can I watch it?
Prime Video from October 1, 2025 (global rollout noted in coverage).