I, Daniel Blake (2016)
A carpenter and a single mother navigate a bleak welfare system with earnest, measured resolve.
A middle aged carpenter, who requires state welfare after injuring himself, is joined by a single mother in a similar scenario.
How intense is I, Daniel Blake?
I, Daniel Blake has no gore and some violence. Emotionally it is devastating. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated R.
What I, Daniel Blake feels like
- Tone
- bleakgrittyearnestmelancholy
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream I, Daniel Blake
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 9, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is I, Daniel Blake for you?
Is I, Daniel Blake scary?
No. I, Daniel Blake is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is I, Daniel Blake gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and some violence (1 of 3). Squeamish viewers are fine here.
Is I, Daniel Blake sad or heavy?
Yes. Emotional weight 3 of 3. It hits hard; do not plan anything light after.
Is I, Daniel Blake OK for kids?
It is rated R, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 0, gore 0, violence 1, each out of 3.
How long is I, Daniel Blake?
I, Daniel Blake runs 1h 40m.
Where can I stream I, Daniel Blake?
I, Daniel Blake is streaming on Paramount+, AMC+ and Kanopy.
Does I, Daniel Blake have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
No. Brace yourself.
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