The Social Dilemma (2020)
Kernel Score: 85% · 1,743 ratings · Rated PG-13
Genres: Documentary, Drama
Released: 2020-01-26
Runtime: 94 minutes
Where to watch The Social Dilemma
- Stream: Netflix
US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
Overview
This documentary-drama hybrid explores the dangerous human impact of social networking, with tech experts sounding the alarm on their own creations.
The Social Dilemma parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that The Social Dilemma is a documentary-drama about the dangers of social media, including references to teen suicide and self-harm, rated PG-13.
- Violence & scariness: A little — References teen suicide and self-harm linked to social media use, though not graphically depicted.
- Products & purchases: Strong — Explores advertising, commercialism, and manipulation by tech companies for profit.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG-13 rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Jeff Orlowski
Cast
- Tristan Harris as Self
- Jeff Seibert as Self
- Bailey Richardson as Self
- Joe Toscano as Self
- Sandy Parakilas as Self
- Guillaume Chaslot as Self
- Lynn Fox as Self
- Aza Raskin as Self
- Alex Roetter as Self
- Tim Kendall as Self
The Social Dilemma FAQ
Is The Social Dilemma good?
The Social Dilemma has an 85% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 1,743 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The Social Dilemma?
In the US you can stream The Social Dilemma on Netflix.
Is The Social Dilemma OK for kids?
The Social Dilemma is rated PG-13. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that The Social Dilemma is a documentary-drama about the dangers of social media, including references to teen suicide and self-harm, rated PG-13.
What movies are like The Social Dilemma?
If you liked The Social Dilemma, try The Inventor: Out for Blood in Silicon Valley, Going Clear: Scientology and the Prison of Belief, Life in a Day and Koyaanisqatsi.