Children of Men

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Children of Men

R

2006

1h 49m

Sci-Fi

Mystery & Thriller

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When infertility threatens mankind with extinction and the last child born has perished, a disillusioned bureaucrat (Clive Owen) becomes the unlikely champion in the fight for the survival of Earth's population; He must face down his own demons and protect the planet's last remaining hope from danger.

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Critics Consensus

Children of Men works on every level: as a violent chase thriller, a fantastical cautionary tale, and a sophisticated human drama about societies struggling to live.

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Christopher Orr

The Atlantic

Apr 1, 2015

Children of Men founders in its latter moments -- not a lot, but enough. Its failure is less one of plot than of something deeper, a composing idea to undergird the plot.

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Ryan Gilbey

New Statesman

Apr 1, 2015

A film that has much to recommend it, not least the proof it offers, as if any more were needed, that Alfonso Cuarón is one of the most visually inspired directors working today.

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Anthony Quinn

Independent (UK)

Apr 1, 2015

3/5

Alfonso Cuaron stages some terrific set-pieces, and the production designers deserve credit for making London in 2027 look like the grunge capital of the world, ie, like now, only more so. One small problem: I didn't believe any of it.

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Romey Norton

InSession Film

Sep 4, 2026

A+

The acting is exceptional, the cinematography is hauntingly beautiful, and every frame pulls you deeper into its unforgettable dystopian world.

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Kyle Logan

Cultured Vultures

Feb 26, 2026

A science fiction retelling of the Nativity story that engages with that story’s themes of hope and salvation through a child.

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Jack Walters

Loud and Clear Reviews

Aug 27, 2025

5/5

"Children of Men is a terrifying, exhilarating, and sickening portrait of the darkest corners of humanity, but one that inspires hope all the same."

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Chris T

@EdDantes34 Sep 8, 2026

Masterpiece!!! 10/10

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Gabor Z

@RT25520507 Sep 5, 2026

Terrible, bad acting, funny conversations.

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Petros T

@PetrosTserpelis Sep 4, 2026

Featuring a very strong cast and an unsettling dystopian premise, it is an absolutely arresting experience. The realistic, almost documentary-like photography highlights the grim reality in which the movie is set, Cuarón doesn't shy away from visceral moments but doesn't exploit them for emotional manipulation either, and the script doesn't pander to the audience. It manages to combine existential despair, raw realism and even a bit of life-affirming awe in a concise, consistent, gripping whole.

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Raffe M

@RT87561079 Aug 28, 2026

An absolute piece of art. This movie is a cinematic masterpiece.

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Ryan D

@ryandizz Aug 7, 2026

To see an original story with so much attention to detail and depth was a breath of fresh air

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Mickey B

@Mickerdoo Jul 31, 2026

Phenomenal idea with an extraordinary execution. The setting and world is so well detailed and decorated. Supreme camera work.

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Synopsis

When infertility threatens mankind with extinction and the last child born has perished, a disillusioned bureaucrat (Clive Owen) becomes the unlikely champion in the fight for the survival of Earth's population; He must face down his own demons and protect the planet's last remaining hope from danger.

Director: Alfonso Cuarón
Producer: Marc Abraham, Eric Newman, Hilary Shor, Iain Smith, Tony Smith
Screenwriter: David Arata, Timothy J. Sexton, Hawk Ostby, Mark Fergus
Distributor: Universal Pictures
Production Co: Beacon Communications
Rating: R (Language|Brief Nudity|Some Drug Use|Strong Violence)
Genre: Sci-Fi, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Dec 25, 2006, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Feb 12, 2014
Box Office (Gross USA): $35.3M
Runtime: 1h 49m
Sound Mix: Dolby SRD, DTS, SDDS
Aspect Ratio: Flat (1.85:1)

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