Rust and Bone (2012)
Kernel Score: 81% · 1,452 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Drama, Romance
Released: 2012-05-17
Runtime: 123 minutes
Where to watch Rust and Bone
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US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Put in charge of his young son, Ali leaves Belgium for Antibes to live with his sister and her husband as a family. Ali's bond with Stephanie, a killer whale trainer, grows deeper after Stephanie suffers a horrible accident.
Rust and Bone parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that Rust and Bone is a mature drama involving a traumatic accident and a father-son relationship.
- Violence & scariness: Some — Includes a horrific accident involving a killer whale trainer and some fight/bouncer violence.
- Drinking, drugs & smoking: A little — The protagonist is noted as avoiding drugs and alcohol despite a rough lifestyle.
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
- Marion Cotillard as Stéphanie
- Matthias Schoenaerts as Alain 'Ali' van Versch
- Armand Verdure as Sam
- Céline Sallette as Louise
- Corinne Masiero as Anna
- Bouli Lanners as Martial
- Jean-Michel Correia as Richard
- Yannick Choirat as Simon
- Mourad Frarema as Foued
- Fred Menut as Boss of ELP Sécurité
Rust and Bone FAQ
Is Rust and Bone good?
Rust and Bone has an 81% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 1,452 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Rust and Bone?
In the US you can stream Rust and Bone on Hulu and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Rust and Bone OK for kids?
Rust and Bone is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that Rust and Bone is a mature drama involving a traumatic accident and a father-son relationship.
What movies are like Rust and Bone?
If you liked Rust and Bone, try My King, The Lighthouse of the Orcas, Malcolm & Marie and L'Atalante.