The Wolf of Wall Street

The Wolf of Wall Street

Movie (2013)

Earn. Spend. Party.

A New York stockbroker refuses to cooperate in a large securities fraud case involving corruption on Wall Street, corporate banking world and mob infiltration. Based on Jordan Belfort's autobiography.

Crime
Drama
Comedy
180 minutes
Released
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Family guidance

Ages 18+

This film features pervasive, extreme depictions of drug abuse, explicit sexual content, and intense profanity throughout. Its themes focus on unchecked greed, moral corruption, and criminal exploitation, making it unsuitable for minors.

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Sex & Nudity

5/5

The film features pervasive, graphic depictions of sexual encounters, full-frontal nudity, and highly explicit sexual themes throughout. It is intended for a mature adult audience only due to the non-stop nature of these scenes.

Violence & Gore

2/5

The violence is generally limited to physical altercations and domestic disputes, though it lacks graphic gore. The intensity is derived more from the chaotic and volatile behavior of the characters.

Profanity

5/5

The dialogue contains an extremely high volume of strong profanity, including the word 'f*ck' (hundreds of times) used in casual conversation and anger, as well as regular use of 'sh*t', 'c*nt', and various slurs. This movie holds the record for one of the most frequent uses of severe profanity in cinematic history.

Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking

5/5

Substance abuse is a central theme, depicting characters consuming vast quantities of alcohol and a wide variety of illegal drugs, including heavy use of narcotics. The film portrays the reckless and dangerous consequences of addiction as a recurring plot element.

Frightening Scenes

3/5

The film is psychologically intense due to the high-stakes criminal activities, aggressive behaviors, and the erratic, unpredictable actions of characters under the influence. Viewers may find the toxic environment and lack of moral grounding deeply unsettling.

Key Insights

Quick summary and important considerations

This movie is intended exclusively for adults and is not appropriate for children or teens due to its mature themes, explicit language, and adult situations.

Content Warnings

Drug abuse
Sexual content
Strong profanity
Criminal behavior

Detailed Analysis

In-depth insights for parents and educators

What Parents Need to Know

The film contains non-stop strong language, graphic drug use, nudity, and sexually explicit scenes, alongside frequent depictions of illegal activities and corruption.

What Kids Can Learn

Viewers can observe the legal and personal repercussions of choosing greed and dishonesty over integrity.

Key Topics Discussed

Financial crime
Ethics in business
Substance abuse consequences

Why Parents Might Like It

The film provides a stylized, high-energy critique of Wall Street excess and the pitfalls of extreme materialism.

Positives & learning

Positive messages

0/5

The narrative centers on self-indulgence and criminal behavior, portraying corruption as a pathway to status rather than offering moral lessons.

Role models

0/5

Characters consistently demonstrate deceit, greed, and lack of accountability, functioning as cautionary examples of destructive ambition.

Representation

1/5

No significant diverse representation indicated in available information; characters are primarily confined to a homogeneous, elite financial demographic.

Learning

1/5

Offers a bleak insight into financial crimes and the legal consequences of market manipulation.

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