First They Killed My Father (2017)

Where to watch First They Killed My Father

• Stream: Netflix

US availability, updated 2026-10-22.

First They Killed My Father parents' guide: ages 14+

Parents need to know that this war drama depicts the Khmer Rouge genocide in Cambodia through the eyes of a young girl, with harrowing and disturbing content.

• Violence & scariness: Strong — Keywords include genocide, mass murder, prison camps, and forced labor as a 5-year-old struggles to survive a brutal regime.

Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.

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First They Killed My Father FAQ

Is First They Killed My Father good?

First They Killed My Father has an 83% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 704 audience ratings.

Where can I watch First They Killed My Father?

In the US you can stream First They Killed My Father on Netflix.

Is First They Killed My Father OK for kids?

First They Killed My Father is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 14+. Parents need to know that this war drama depicts the Khmer Rouge genocide in Cambodia through the eyes of a young girl, with harrowing and disturbing content.

What movies are like First They Killed My Father?

If you liked First They Killed My Father, try The Killing Fields, Apocalypse Now, Escape from Sobibor and Casualties of War.