Half Nelson (2006)
Top Billed Cast
Half Nelson (2006)
Certified Cringeworthy
90.0% Audience Cringe Score (10 votes)*
Sex Scene
YES
Nudity
NO
Sexual Violence
NO
We've determined Half Nelson is NOT SAFE to watch with parents or kids.
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Plot Summary
Despite his dedication to the junior-high students who fill his classroom, idealistic teacher Dan Dunne leads a secret life of addiction that the majority of his students will never know. But things change when a troubled student Drey makes a startling discovery of his secret life, causing a tenuous bond between the two that could either end disastrously or provide a catalyst of hope.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Half Nelson have nudity or sex scenes?
Yes, Half Nelson contains sex scenes.
Can I watch Half Nelson with my parents or kids?
No, Half Nelson is not safe to watch with your parents or kids because it contains sex scenes.
Is Half Nelson appropriate for kids?
No, Half Nelson is not appropriate for kids because it contains sex scenes.
* 90.0% of CringeMDB users flagged the content of Half Nelson as being inappropriate for children to watch with their parents because of either of a nude scene, a sex scene, or a scene depicting rape or sexual violence.
Top Billed Cast
Ryan Gosling
...as Dan Dunne
Shareeka Epps
...as Drey
Anthony Mackie
...as Frank
Jeff Lima
...as Roodly
Monique Gabriela Curnen
...as Isabel
Tina Holmes
...as Rachel
