Girl (2018)
Kernel Score: 79% · 754 TMDB ratings · Rated R
Genres: Drama
Released: 2018-09-18
Runtime: 105 minutes
Where to watch Girl
- Stream: Netflix
US availability, updated 2026-11-11.
Overview
A promising teenage dancer enrolls at a prestigious ballet school while grappling with her gender dysphoria.
Girl parents' guide: ages 14+
Parents need to know that this R-rated drama follows a transgender teen ballet dancer grappling with gender dysphoria.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Victor Polster as Lara
- Arieh Worthalter as Mathias
- Oliver Bodart as Milo
- Tijmen Govaerts as Lewis
- Katelijne Damen as Dr. Naert
- Valentijn Dhaenens as Dr. Pascal
- Magali Elali as Christine
- Alice de Broqueville as Lois
- Alain Honorez as Alain
- Chris Thys as Hannah
Girl FAQ
Is Girl good?
Girl has a 79% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels, our own critic-informed editorial score.
Where can I watch Girl?
In the US you can stream Girl on Netflix.
Is Girl OK for kids?
Girl is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 14+. Parents need to know that this R-rated drama follows a transgender teen ballet dancer grappling with gender dysphoria.
What movies are like Girl?
If you liked Girl, try The Danish Girl, The Perks of Being a Wallflower, Whiplash and Limelight.