Common Sense Media Review
By Alistair Lawrence
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Violence, language, and some sex in patchy crime thriller.
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The Get Out
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What's the Story?
THE GET OUT follows beleaguered nightclub owner Manco (Russell Crowe) as he deals with the fallout of being robbed while attempting to sell his business and retire with his girlfriend, Sunny (Teresa Palmer).
Is It Any Good?
Jumbled and frustrating, this action thriller flirts with being an Elmore Leonard-style crime caper but never quite gets its story straight. At the center of The Get Out's (also known as Bear Country in some territories) talented cast is Crowe, whose Manco is a world-weary, aging nightclub owner with a past that's darker than he likes to admit. Crowe strikes the right tone between comedy and quiet menace, but the script throws too many scrappy storylines into the mix, none of which is compelling enough. Luke Evans and Palmer see their respective roles as Manco's friend and love interest fade as the story doesn't seem to know what to do with them during its middle section. Aaron Paul does his best, cast against type as a teacher stuck on the wrong side of the law, but his double-act with Nina Dobrev's hyperactive criminal bank teller feels forced, more of a plot device than a blossoming bad romance. Before long, it devolves into a series of shoot-outs and stand-offs, with none of the snappy dialogue that often bails out these mid-tier affairs. Still, it's a reminder of Crowe's range and talent.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about the violence in The Get Out. Does it feel excessive, or just right for the tone of the movie? Do you think the film's comedic tone makes a difference in how you feel about it? Why, or why not? Does exposure to violent media desensitize kids to violence?
Discuss the strong language used in the movie. What does it contribute? Is a certain kind of language expected in a film like this?
Did you notice any stereotypes? How do they make you feel? Why are accurate depictions in the media important?
Are drinking, smoking, or drug use glamorized here? Are there realistic consequences for their use? Why does that matter?
How are sex and relationships portrayed in the movie? Is it affectionate? Respectful? Parents, talk to your teens about your own values regarding sex and relationships.
Movie Details
- In theaters : June 26, 2026
- On DVD or streaming : June 30, 2026
- Cast : Russell Crowe , Luke Evans , Teresa Palmer
- Director : Derrick Borte
- Studio : Vertical
- Genre : Thriller
- Run time : 111 minutes
- MPAA rating :
- MPAA explanation : some bloody violence, language throughout, some sexual content and brief drug material
- Last updated : July 13, 2026
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