What age is Young Washington appropriate for?

Young Washington is rated by FamScoop for ages 13+. A sincere, well-meaning PG-13 history drama with realistic but not gory battle violence and mostly mild language. Best for teens 13 and up; kids under 12 will likely find the fighting intense and the pacing slow.

Is Young Washington OK for a 13-year-old?

Yes, but watch with your kid. FamScoop's verdict is Watch with kid. The youngest age FamScoop recommends is 13.

What is Young Washington rated?

Young Washington is rated PG-13.

When did Young Washington come out?

Young Washington was released in 2026.

How violent or scary is Young Washington?

Violence and scares are rated strong. Substantial. Preview before sharing.

Is there bad language in Young Washington?

Language is mild. Brief, age-appropriate hints.

Is there sex or nudity in Young Washington?

Sex and nudity are mild. Brief, age-appropriate hints.

Is there drinking, drugs, or smoking in Young Washington?

Drinking/drugs content is mild. Brief, age-appropriate hints.

Where can I watch Young Washington?

Young Washington is currently available on Released in U.S. theaters on July 3, 2026 (Angel Studios), Streaming on Angel at angel.com and in the Angel app, which Angel's own site lists as available to watch now, Common Sense Media lists a home release date of August 11, 2026, Rent or buy options were not confirmed at the time of writing; check angel.com for current availability and pricing in your region.

What do parents need to know about Young Washington?

The MPA rated it PG-13 for sequences of strong war violence and some bloody images.

MOVIE · 2026 · PG-13

Young Washington

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Youngest OK: 13–17
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Published October 8, 2026

Angel Studios' PG-13 biopic follows a young, flawed George Washington into the French and Indian War. Expect realistic musket-and-cannon battles with bloody wounds; Common Sense Media says 13 and up, while Angel's own audience panel says 12 and up.

What parents need to know

The MPA rated it PG-13 for sequences of strong war violence and some bloody images.
War violence appears throughout: cannon and musket fire, bayonets, swords, axes, arson and hand-to-hand fighting, with dead bodies and bloody wounds on screen, though Plugged In describes the combat as realistic rather than gory.
One scene reportedly shows a hacksaw used on an off-screen limb, and characters discuss cannibalism, which may disturb sensitive viewers.
Language is infrequent: 'bastard,' 'damn' and 'hell' according to Common Sense Media, and Kids-In-Mind reportedly logs a few stronger words, so guides do not fully agree.
Romance is minimal: flirting, hand-holding and kissing. No nudity or sex is reported.
Characters smoke pipes and drink rum or other alcohol in a couple of scenes, with references to being drunk.
A racist term for Indigenous people is spoken in dialogue, and enslaved Black people and Indigenous men appear in supporting roles.
Faith themes are present, including references to God's providence.

Content breakdown

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Violence & scaresMature themes

Violence & scares: Heavy
Sex & nudity: Mild
Language: Mild
Drinking / drugs: Mild
Mature themes: A lot
Mental-health weight: Mild
Consumerism: None

In the plus column

Educational value: Some

What's the story?

Set in 1753 to 1755, the film follows a young George Washington who dreams of earning a British Army commission even though colonists are barred from that rank. After his father's death he learns surveying from his half-brother Lawrence, then is drawn into a militia assignment in the Ohio territory that helps spark the French and Indian War. Facing setbacks, betrayal and defeat, including the 1754 loss at Fort Necessity, he must grow from an ambitious young man into a leader. Directed by Jon Erwin, with William Franklyn-Miller as Washington and Andy Serkis, Ben Kingsley and Mary-Louise Parker in supporting roles.

Is it any good?

Young Washington is a PG-13 historical drama aimed at families with teens, and the rating is earned by its battle scenes. The MPA cites sequences of strong war violence and some bloody images. Common Sense Media describes war violence throughout, with cannon fire, gunshots, bayonets, swords, axes, arson and hand-to-hand combat, and says death, blood and bloody wounds are shown. Plugged In, the Focus on the Family review service, calls the combat realistic but not gory, while Kids-In-Mind lists many battle scenes with men left dead and wounded, along with people slashed by swords and struck with axes. Taken together, the violence is frequent and sometimes grim, but it is not presented in the graphic style of an R-rated war movie. Tone is the other thing to weigh. The film is an earnest coming-of-age story about a flawed young man who learns humility, accountability and leadership from failure, and Common Sense Media gives it high marks for positive messages and role models. Several guides note references to providence and faith, which fits Angel Studios' audience. Critics are less united: Common Sense Media calls it an earnest biopic, and at least one reviewer found it shallow and heavy on exposition, so younger kids may find the dialogue and politics slow between the fights. Language is mild by PG-13 standards. Common Sense Media lists infrequent uses of 'bastard,' 'damn' and 'hell,' and Angel's own audience panel counted two 'hell,' three 'damn' and one stronger curse. Romance is limited to flirting, hand-holding and kissing. Characters smoke pipes and drink rum in a couple of scenes. Two content notes are specific to the history. Common Sense Media points out that a racist term for Indigenous people is used in dialogue and that enslaved Black people and Indigenous men appear in supporting roles, which can open a conversation about whose stories get told and how. It also reports a scene in which a hacksaw is used on an off-screen limb and a discussion of cannibalism, which can disturb sensitive kids. Angel Studios recommends ages 12 and up through its Angel Guild panel; Common Sense Media says 13 and up. For upper-elementary kids the battles are likely too intense, while teens who are studying early American history will get the most from it. Treat it as a dramatized introduction and check the history against a trusted source.

Talk to your kids about…

Conversation starters for after watching together.

Washington makes mistakes and suffers defeats. How should a leader respond when their decisions hurt other people?
The film shows a young man who wants respect from people who look down on him. When is ambition healthy, and when does it lead to bad choices?
Battles in this story cost real lives. Why is it important for history movies to show the human cost of war?
The film uses a racist term for Indigenous people and shows enslaved people in supporting roles. Whose perspectives are missing from this story, and where could your family learn more?
This film is a dramatization. How can you check what really happened at Fort Necessity or in the French and Indian War?

What's positive in here

Positive messages

Character grows through adversity and mistakes, with humility, accountability and learning from failure at the center of the story.
Honor, integrity, courage and perseverance are praised throughout.

Role models

Washington is portrayed as young, flawed and still growing rather than a born hero, which gives teens a relatable example of owning mistakes and trying again.

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