Kneecap (2024)
Kernel Score: 81% · 248 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Music, Comedy, Drama
Released: 2024-08-02
Runtime: 105 minutes
Where to watch Kneecap
- Stream: Hulu, Fubo, YouTube TV
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
When fate brings Belfast teacher JJ into the orbit of self-confessed "low life scum" Naoise and Liam Óg, the needle drops on a hip-hop act like no other. Rapping in their native Irish, they lead a movement to save their mother tongue.
Kneecap parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that Kneecap is an R-rated biopic about an Irish-language rap trio involving drug use and rebellious behavior.
- Language: Strong — R-rated music biopic likely contains frequent strong language.
- Drinking, drugs & smoking: Strong — Drug use is a frequent and central element of the trio's lifestyle depicted in the film.
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
Rich Peppiatt
Cast
- Móglaí Bap as Móglaí Bap or Naoise
- Mo Chara as Mo Chara or Liam Óg
- DJ Próvaí as DJ Próvai or JJ
- Josie Walker as Detective Ellis
- Fionnuala Flaherty as Caitlin
- Jessica Reynolds as Georgia
- Adam Best as Doyle
- Simone Kirby as Dolores
- Michael Fassbender as Arló
- Matthew Sharpe as Sean
Kneecap FAQ
Is Kneecap good?
Kneecap has an 81% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 248 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Kneecap?
In the US you can stream Kneecap on Hulu, Fubo and YouTube TV and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Kneecap OK for kids?
Kneecap is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that Kneecap is an R-rated biopic about an Irish-language rap trio involving drug use and rebellious behavior.
What movies are like Kneecap?
If you liked Kneecap, try Flora and Son, Hustle & Flow, 8 Mile and Hunger.