Dickens & Rumi
Cover of I'll Follow You Down

film

I'll Follow You Down

2014

After the disappearance of a young scientist on a business trip, his son and wife struggle to cope, only to make a bizarre discovery years later – one that may bring him home.

Ages 13+Source checked

Why this age? Best suited to teens because of grief, disappearance, family distress, scientific peril, mature ethical questions, and a complex time-travel story; violence and sexual content are limited. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

Quick view

At a glance

Recommended age13+

Strongest cautions

  • Death of a character3/5
  • Frightening scenes2/5
  • Romance2/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience4/5
  • Creativity & curiosity3/5
  • Good role models3/5

What’s in it?

Death of a character3/5
Why this rating?

Themes of grief over a missing father who is presumed dead.

Strong language2/5
Why this rating?

Some mild profanity and occasional stronger conversational language may occur, but it is not pervasive or extreme.

Romance2/5
Why this rating?

Romantic relationships and family bonds support the story, but romance is not the central focus and is not explicit.

Frightening scenes2/5
Why this rating?

Some scenes are tense and emotionally unsettling due to the nature of the mystery.

Sexual content & nudity1/5
Why this rating?

Any intimacy appears limited to mild implication or affection, with no explicit sexual content or sexualized nudity.

Alcohol or drugs1/5
Why this rating?

Limited social or incidental alcohol use may appear; substance use is not central, glamorized or instructional.

Violence1/5
Why this rating?

Some brief, minor physical confrontations and tension.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience4/5
Why this rating?

The protagonist shows significant bravery in seeking his father.

Creativity & curiosity3/5
Why this rating?

The premise strongly encourages imaginative thinking about time, identity, causality, and the consequences of changing history.

Diverse representation2/5
Why this rating?

The cast includes some racial and cultural variety, but representation is not a major focus and supporting roles are conventionally written.

Educational value2/5
Why this rating?

Touches on theoretical physics concepts like time travel in a simplified manner.

Kindness & empathy3/5
Why this rating?

Strong displays of empathy and love between family members.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

Strong themes concern family responsibility, grief, scientific ethics, unintended consequences, and accepting difficult realities.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

Characters show dedication and loyalty, though some choices are desperate.

Family discussion

Talk about it

Conversation starters based on this title’s published content notes.

  1. What did courage look like in this story? Was being brave always the same as being fearless?
  2. How did the story approach death or loss? What helped the characters cope?
  3. Which choice in I'll Follow You Down would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in I'll Follow You Down, and what caused that change?
Discuss this title with other parents

Community reactions

What families noticed

Add your perspective

Sign in from the homepage to rate this title.

Where to watch or buy

Buy or rent on AmazonFind on JustWatch

As an Amazon Associate, Dickens & Rumi may earn from qualifying purchases, at no extra cost to you.

These content notes are a starting point, not a guarantee. Review the evidence and use your own judgment before choosing a title.

Report an incorrect rating