Innocent Voices (2005)

Kernel Score: 90% · 513 ratings · Rated R

Genres: Drama, War

Released: 2005-01-28

Runtime: 120 minutes

Where to watch Innocent Voices

US availability, updated 2026-10-22.

Overview

A young boy, attempting to have a normal childhood in 1980s El Salvador, is caught up in a dramatic fight for his life when he desperately tries to avoid the war that is raging all around him.

Innocent Voices parents' guide: ages 15+

Parents need to know that this war drama follows a child soldier during El Salvador's civil war, depicting wartime violence and trauma.

  • Violence & scariness: Strong — Set amid guerrilla warfare with child soldiers, depicting combat and the dangers children face in wartime.

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

Luis Mandoki

Cast

  • Carlos Padilla as Chava
  • Xuna Primus as Cristina Maria
  • Leonor Varela as Kella
  • José María Yázpik as Uncle Beto
  • Gustavo Muñoz as Ancha
  • Ofelia Medina as Mama Toya
  • Daniel Giménez Cacho as Priest
  • Jesús Ochoa as Chofer
  • Jorge Angel Toriello as Fito
  • Adrian Alonso as Chele

Innocent Voices FAQ

Is Innocent Voices good?

Innocent Voices has a 90% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 513 audience ratings.

Where can I watch Innocent Voices?

In the US you can watch it free with ads on The Roku Channel.

Is Innocent Voices OK for kids?

Innocent Voices is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that this war drama follows a child soldier during El Salvador's civil war, depicting wartime violence and trauma.

What movies are like Innocent Voices?

If you liked Innocent Voices, try Beasts of No Nation, Salvador, The Book Thief and Hunger.