Thirteen (2003)
A bleak, intimate drama unfolds as a 13-year-old's new friendship spirals into a world of destructive choices.
When 13-year-old Tracy befriends Evie, the most popular girl in school, her life is turned upside down as Evie introduces her to a world of sex, drugs, and money. But it isn’t long before Tracy’s new lifestyle begins to take a heavy toll on her and her family.
How intense is Thirteen?
Thirteen has light gore and some violence. Emotionally it is devastating. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated R.
What Thirteen feels like
- Tone
- grittybleakintimatemelancholy
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream Thirteen
Not on a US subscription service at our last check. Rent or buy may still be an option.
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Is Thirteen for you?
Is Thirteen scary?
No. Thirteen is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is Thirteen gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and some violence (1 of 3).
Is Thirteen sad or heavy?
Yes. Emotional weight 3 of 3. It hits hard; do not plan anything light after.
Is Thirteen OK for kids?
It is rated R, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 0, gore 1, violence 1, each out of 3.
How long is Thirteen?
Thirteen runs 1h 40m.
Where can I stream Thirteen?
Thirteen is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
Does Thirteen have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Bittersweet. It earns its ending, but not everyone gets what they want.
Cast and crew
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