I'm Not Ashamed (2016)
Kernel Score: 82% · 284 ratings · Rated PG-13
Genres: Drama, Crime
Released: 2016-10-21
Runtime: 113 minutes
Where to watch I'm Not Ashamed
- Stream: Angel Studios
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US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Based on the journal entries of Rachel Joy Scott, the first student killed in the Columbine High School shooting in 1999.
I'm Not Ashamed parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that I'm Not Ashamed is a PG-13 faith-based drama based on the journal of a Columbine shooting victim, depicting bullying, school violence, and grief.
- Violence & scariness: Strong — Depicts bullying and culminates in a real-life school shooting tragedy.
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
Brian Baugh
Cast
- Masey McLain as Rachel Joy Scott
- Mark Daugherty as Kevin
- Jennifer O'Neill as Linda
- Ben VanderMey as Brian Riggs
- Jaci Velasquez as Mrs. Diaz
- Emma Elle Roberts as Celine
- Cameron McKendry as Alex Dickerson
- Terri Minton as Beth Nimmo
- Victoria Staley as Madison
- Taylor Kalupa as Gabby
I'm Not Ashamed FAQ
Is I'm Not Ashamed good?
I'm Not Ashamed has an 82% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 284 audience ratings.
Where can I watch I'm Not Ashamed?
In the US you can stream I'm Not Ashamed on Angel Studios, watch it free with ads on Fawesome, Pluto TV and Tubi and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is I'm Not Ashamed OK for kids?
I'm Not Ashamed is rated PG-13. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that I'm Not Ashamed is a PG-13 faith-based drama based on the journal of a Columbine shooting victim, depicting bullying, school violence, and grief.
What movies are like I'm Not Ashamed?
If you liked I'm Not Ashamed, try The Hate U Give, The Fallout, Freedom Writers and Requiem for a Dream.