
Teens
Apprentice to Murder
Best from age 14 · PG-13 · 1988 · 97 min
TeensBest from age 14 · PG-13 · 1988 · 97 min · Drama · Horror · Mystery · Thriller
Apprentice to Murder
In 1920s Pennsylvania, a teenage boy falls under the influence of a charismatic but dangerous "doctor" who claims to be a messenger of God. The boy soon discovers the man has sinister intentions, leading to a dark and mysterious journey. Based on a true, unsettling story, this film explores themes of manipulation and belief.
What's in it
0 = none · 10 = intenseViolence & peril
Moderate5/10
Language
Mild2/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking
Moderate3/10
Romance & sensuality
Mild1/10
Scary moments
Strong6/10
Heads up
- Portrayal of a charismatic cult-like figure
- Instances of implied violence and death
- Some unsettling or disturbing imagery
Models well
- The dangers of manipulation
- Questioning authority
- The importance of critical thinking
Talk about it after
- The difference between faith and fanaticism
- How to recognize and resist peer pressure
- The real-life events that inspired the film
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Cast & crew
Apprentice to Murder (1988) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD 1080p]





