PG-13

All the Pretty Horses

Some passions can never be tamed.

2000 • 117 min • Drama · Romance · Western

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Synopsis

The year is 1949. A young Texan named John Grady finds himself without a home after his mother sells the ranch where he has spent his entire life. Lured south of the border by the romance of cowboy life and the promise of a fresh start, Cole and his pal embark on an adventure that will test their resilience, define their maturity, and change their lives forever.

Our family guide

Best from age 14

Movie Knight Score

246 reviews

57 Audience · 246 · 100%

In 1949, a young Texan, John Grady, loses his family ranch and heads to Mexico with a friend for a new life. There, he finds adventure, love, and harsh realities that test their resilience and maturity.

Violence & peril: 6/10
Language: 3/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking: 2/10
Romance & sensuality: 4/10
Scary moments: 4/10

Heads up

Characters endure harsh prison conditions
Graphic descriptions of violence and injuries
Brief nudity and implied sexual content

What it models well

Resilience in hardship
Loyalty to friends
Seeking new beginnings

Talk about it after

Consequences of impulsive decisions
Justice and injustice
Cultural differences and understanding

Written by the Movie Knight editorial team for All the Pretty Horses. Our own words, our own scoring — always double-check against your family's standards.