Shallow Grave (1994)

Where to watch Shallow Grave

• Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
• Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube

US availability, updated 2026-10-23.

Shallow Grave parents' guide: ages 15+

Parents need to know that Shallow Grave is a dark R-rated crime thriller in which greed over a dead man's money corrodes three friends, with drug references and grim violence.

• Violence & scariness: Moderate — The plot revolves around a corpse, a hidden body, and escalating grim violence as trust collapses.
• Language: Moderate — The R rating and gritty crime tone indicate frequent strong language.
• Drinking, drugs & smoking: Moderate — A roommate dies of a drug overdose, and drug use figures into the story.

Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.

Movies like Shallow Grave

If you liked Shallow Grave, these are the movies we'd watch next.

• Trainspotting (1996) — 88%
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• Blood Simple (1985) — 82%
• Heathers (1989) — 83%
• The Naked City (1948) — 80%

Shallow Grave FAQ

Is Shallow Grave good?

Shallow Grave has a 77% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 1,115 audience ratings.

Where can I watch Shallow Grave?

In the US you can rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.

Is Shallow Grave OK for kids?

Shallow Grave is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that Shallow Grave is a dark R-rated crime thriller in which greed over a dead man's money corrodes three friends, with drug references and grim violence.

What movies are like Shallow Grave?

If you liked Shallow Grave, try Trainspotting, T2 Trainspotting, Blood Simple and Heathers.