Frequency
The future is listening.
2000 • 118 min • Science Fiction · Crime · Thriller
Synopsis
When a rare phenomenon gives police officer John Sullivan the chance to speak to his father, 30 years in the past, he takes the opportunity to prevent his dad's tragic death. After his actions inadvertently give rise to a series of brutal murders he and his father must find a way to fix the consequences of altering time.
Our family guide
Best from age 13- 73 Audience · 2081 · 100%
Through a rare atmospheric event, a detective connects with his deceased father 30 years in the past. They alter history, but unintended consequences lead to a new crime spree they must solve across time. It's a race against the clock to set things right.
- Violence & peril
- 5/10
- Language
- 3/10
- Drinking, drugs & smoking
- 2/10
- Romance & sensuality
- 1/10
- Scary moments
- 4/10
Heads up
- Some intense scenes with a serial killer
- Loss of a parent is a central theme
- Characters smoke and drink occasionally
What it models well
- The bond between father and son
- Taking responsibility for actions
- Sacrifice for family
- Working together to overcome challenges
Talk about it after
- The butterfly effect and consequences of changing the past
- The meaning of destiny versus choice
- How family history shapes who we are
Written by the Movie Knight editorial team for Frequency. Our own words, our own scoring — always double-check against your family's standards.
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Top billed cast
Director: Gregory Hoblit • Crew: Toby Emmerich
Trailers & clips
Frequency - Original Theatrical Trailer
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Details
- TMDB audience
- 7.3/10 (2,081)
- Age rating
- PG-13
- Status
- Released
- Budget
- $31,000,000
- Box office
- $68,106,245
- IMDb
- tt0186151
