Frequency (2000)
Kernel Score: 81% · 1,958 ratings · Rated PG-13
Genres: Science Fiction, Thriller, Family, Crime
Released: 2000-04-28
Runtime: 118 minutes
Where to watch Frequency
- Free with ads: Kanopy, The Roku Channel, Plex, Tubi
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
When a rare phenomenon gives police officer John Sullivan the chance to speak to his father, 30 years in the past, he takes the opportunity to prevent his dad's tragic death. After his actions inadvertently give rise to a series of brutal murders he and his father must find a way to fix the consequences of altering time.
Frequency parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that Frequency is a PG-13 sci-fi thriller involving a serial killer, time travel, and a father-son relationship across decades.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — Rated PG-13 with a serial killer plot involving murder investigations and an explosion, though not excessively graphic.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG-13 rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Dennis Quaid as Frank Sullivan
- Jim Caviezel as John Sullivan
- Shawn Doyle as Jack Shepard
- Elizabeth Mitchell as Julia Sullivan
- Andre Braugher as Satch DeLeon
- Noah Emmerich as Gordo Hersch
- Melissa Errico as Samantha Thomas
- Jordan Bridges as Graham Gibson
- Daniel Henson as Johnny Sullivan (6 Years)
- Michael Cera as Gordy Jr. (10 Years)
Frequency FAQ
Is Frequency good?
Frequency has an 81% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 1,958 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Frequency?
In the US you can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, The Roku Channel, Plex and Tubi and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Frequency OK for kids?
Frequency is rated PG-13. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that Frequency is a PG-13 sci-fi thriller involving a serial killer, time travel, and a father-son relationship across decades.
What movies are like Frequency?
If you liked Frequency, try Mercy, Source Code, Minority Report and In Time.