The Age of Innocence (1993)
Kernel Score: 77% · 1,195 ratings · Rated PG
Genres: Drama, Romance
Released: 1993-09-10
Runtime: 138 minutes
Where to watch The Age of Innocence
- Stream: Prime Video
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- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
In 19th century New York high society, a young lawyer falls in love with a woman separated from her husband, while he is engaged to the woman's cousin.
The Age of Innocence parents' guide: ages 8+
Parents need to know that The Age of Innocence is a PG period drama about a forbidden love affair and infidelity in 19th century New York high society.
- Sex, romance & nudity: Some — Centers on a romantic affair and infidelity among upper-class New Yorkers, handled with restraint typical of period drama.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Cast
- Daniel Day-Lewis as Newland Archer
- Michelle Pfeiffer as Ellen Olenska
- Winona Ryder as May Welland
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- Mary Beth Hurt as Regina Beaufort
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The Age of Innocence FAQ
Is The Age of Innocence good?
The Age of Innocence has a 77% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 1,195 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The Age of Innocence?
In the US you can stream The Age of Innocence on Prime Video, watch it free with ads on The Roku Channel and Tubi and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is The Age of Innocence OK for kids?
The Age of Innocence is rated PG. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 8+. Parents need to know that The Age of Innocence is a PG period drama about a forbidden love affair and infidelity in 19th century New York high society.
What movies are like The Age of Innocence?
If you liked The Age of Innocence, try The Great Gatsby, The Earrings of Madame de..., Tess and The Heiress.