Good Night, and Good Luck (2025)

Release date: 2025-06-07 Recommended age: 12+ IMDb 8.2
Good Night, and Good Luck

Parent Guide

A serious historical drama about journalism ethics with mature themes but no graphic content.

Content breakdown

Violence & peril
None

No physical violence depicted.

Scary / disturbing
Mild

Thematic tension and societal anxiety may be unsettling for sensitive viewers.

Language
None

No strong language expected in this type of historical drama.

Sexual content & nudity
None

No sexual content or nudity.

Substance use
Mild

Period-appropriate social drinking may be shown.

Emotional intensity
Moderate

Serious themes and ethical dilemmas create emotional weight.

Parent tips

This historical drama deals with mature themes related to media ethics, political tension, and societal pressure. While there's no graphic content, the film's serious tone and complex subject matter may be challenging for younger viewers. Parents should be prepared to discuss historical context and journalistic principles with older children who watch this film.

Parent chat guide

After watching, you might discuss how journalists balance truth-telling with professional risks. Talk about why ethical reporting matters in a democracy and how media shapes public understanding of important issues. Consider asking your child about times they've seen people stand up for what's right, even when it was difficult.

Parent follow-up questions

  • Did you see people talking in the movie?
  • What colors did you notice most?
  • How did the music make you feel?
  • What job did the main characters have?
  • Why were people worried in the movie?
  • What does 'being brave' mean to you?
  • What challenges did the journalists face?
  • Why is telling the truth important?
  • How do people show courage in difficult situations?
  • What ethical dilemmas did the journalists encounter?
  • How does this historical period relate to modern media?
  • What responsibilities do journalists have to society?

Movie details

  • Genres: Drama, History
  • Director: Grant Heslov, Micah Bickham
  • Main cast: George Clooney, Mac Brandt, Will Dagger, Christopher Denham, Glenn Fleshler
  • Country / region: United States of America
  • Original language: en
  • Premiere: 2025-06-07

Story overview

Good Night, and Good Luck is a historical drama set in the 1950s that explores the tension between journalism and political power. The film follows journalists as they navigate ethical dilemmas while reporting on controversial issues during a period of national anxiety. It portrays the professional and personal challenges faced by media figures standing up for truth and integrity.

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