Little Children (2006)
Kernel Score: 79% · 1,119 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Drama, Romance
Released: 2006-10-06
Runtime: 137 minutes
Where to watch Little Children
- Free with ads: Plex, Tubi
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
The lives of two lovelorn spouses from separate marriages, a registered sex offender, and a disgraced ex-police officer intersect as they struggle to resist their vulnerabilities and temptations.
Little Children parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that Little Children deals with adultery, a registered sex offender in the neighborhood, and adult relationship struggles.
- Sex, romance & nudity: Strong — The film centers on adultery between two married characters and includes a subplot involving a convicted sex offender.
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
- Kate Winslet as Sarah Pierce
- Patrick Wilson as Brad Adamson
- Jennifer Connelly as Kathy Adamson
- Gregg Edelman as Richard Pierce
- Sadie Goldstein as Lucy Pierce
- Ty Simpkins as Aaron Adamson
- Noah Emmerich as Larry Hedges
- Jackie Earle Haley as Ronnie J. McGorvey
- Phyllis Somerville as May McGorvey
- Helen Carey as Jean
Little Children FAQ
Is Little Children good?
Little Children has a 79% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 1,119 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Little Children?
In the US you can watch it free with ads on Plex and Tubi and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Little Children OK for kids?
Little Children is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that Little Children deals with adultery, a registered sex offender in the neighborhood, and adult relationship struggles.
What movies are like Little Children?
If you liked Little Children, try Revolutionary Road, Lolita, Notes on a Scandal and American Beauty.