I'm Not Scared (2003)
Kernel Score: 78% · 949 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Mystery, Drama, Thriller, Crime
Released: 2003-02-08
Runtime: 108 minutes
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US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
In a tiny community enclosed by wheat fields, the adults shelter indoors, while six children venture out on their bikes across the scorched, deserted countryside. Exploring a dilapidated and uninhabited farmhouse, nine-year-old Michele discovers a secret so momentous, so terrible, that he dares not tell anyone about it …
I'm Not Scared parents' guide: ages 14+
Parents need to know that I'm Not Scared is an R-rated Italian thriller centered on a child kidnapping discovered by another child.
- Violence & scariness: Strong — Plot centers on a kidnapped child kept chained in a hole, with tense and disturbing thriller content throughout.
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
Gabriele Salvatores
Cast
- Giuseppe Cristiano as Michele
- Dino Abbrescia as Pino Amitrano
- Aitana Sánchez-Gijón as Anna
- Diego Abatantuono as Sergio
- Fabio Tetta as Teschio
- Riccardo Zinna as Pietro
- Giulia Matturro as Maria
- Antonella Stefanucci as Assunta
- Fabio Antonacci as Remo
- Giorgio Careccia as Felice
I'm Not Scared FAQ
Is I'm Not Scared good?
I'm Not Scared has a 78% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 949 audience ratings.
Where can I watch I'm Not Scared?
In the US you can rent it from JustWatch TV Free, Prime Video, Google Play and YouTube.
Is I'm Not Scared OK for kids?
I'm Not Scared is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 14+. Parents need to know that I'm Not Scared is an R-rated Italian thriller centered on a child kidnapping discovered by another child.
What movies are like I'm Not Scared?
If you liked I'm Not Scared, try A Perfect World, Suburra, John Q and Fun Is Beautiful.