The Christophers (2026)

Released: 2026-04-10 Recommended age: 10+ IMDb 6.8
The Christophers

Movie details

  • Genres: Crime, Comedy
  • Director: Steven Soderbergh
  • Main cast: Michaela Coel, Ian McKellen, Jessica Gunning, James Corden, Ferdy Roberts
  • Country / region: United Kingdom, United States of America
  • Original language: en
  • Premiere: 2026-04-10

Story overview

In 'The Christophers,' the estranged children of a once-famous artist hire a forger to complete his unfinished works, planning to 'discover' and sell them after his death. This crime-comedy explores themes of family, deception, and the art world's moral ambiguities.

Parent Guide

A lighthearted crime-comedy about art forgery and family dynamics, suitable for older children and teens with minimal intense content.

Content breakdown

Violence & peril
Mild

No physical violence; includes mild peril related to the risk of being caught in the forgery scheme, presented comically.

Scary / disturbing
None

No scary or disturbing imagery; the tone is comedic and non-threatening.

Language
Mild

May include occasional mild language (e.g., 'damn,' 'hell') typical of comedy genres; no strong profanity expected.

Sexual content & nudity
None

No sexual content or nudity; focuses on crime and family themes.

Substance use
Mild

Possible brief, non-glamorized depictions of social drinking in adult settings, but not central to the plot.

Emotional intensity
Mild

Low emotional intensity; deals with family estrangement and deception in a humorous way, unlikely to cause distress.

Parent tips

This film involves deception and crime (art forgery) presented in a comedic tone. It may prompt discussions about ethics, family relationships, and the value of art. The humor is likely sophisticated, with minimal intense content.

Parent chat guide

Discuss the ethics of forgery and deception. Ask: 'Is it ever okay to lie for money?' and 'How do family conflicts affect our choices?' Relate to real-life situations where honesty matters.

Parent follow-up questions

  • What does it mean to 'forge' something?
  • Why do you think the children lied about the art?
  • How does the film show the consequences of dishonesty?
  • What might be a better way to handle family disagreements?
  • What does the film say about the commodification of art?
  • How do the characters' motivations reflect real-world ethical dilemmas in creative industries?

Where to watch

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