Young Ones
“In a future without water, vengeance will rain.”
Synopsis
In a future where water is scarce, a farmer defends his land and hopes to rejuvenate his parched soil. However, his daughter's boyfriend schemes to steal the land for himself.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
Young Ones Official Trailer #1 (2014) - Michael Shannon, Elle Fanning Sci-Fi Western HD
Type: Trailer • Published 2014-08-21
Top Cast
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Michael Shannon
Ernest Holm
Nicholas Hoult
Flem Lever
Elle Fanning
Mary Holm
Kodi Smit-McPhee
Jerome Holm
Aimee Mullins
Katherine Holm
Christy Pankhurst
Robbie
Alex McGregor
Sooz
Robert Hobbs
Caleb
David Butler
Sam Lever
David Clatworthy
Calvin Hooyman
Liah O'Prey
Anne
Carel Nel
Bandit
Gideon van Schoor
Bandit Brother
Andy McPhee
Foreman Jay
Ben Horowitz
Water Guard
Rachel Wood
Orderly
Charles Tertiens
Border Inspector
Vlam Beukes
Mailman
Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 739 DaysSundance Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
October 9, 2014
Wide Cinema Exhibition
October 17, 2016
VOD & Digital Platforms
June 28, 2014
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jake Paltrow
- Screenplay & Story
- Jake Paltrow
- Original Score
- Nathan Johnson
- Original Title
- Young Ones
- Country of Origin
- South Africa, United States of America, Ireland
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- Quickfire Films, Spier Films, Bifrost Pictures, Subotica, Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jake Paltrow
Jake Paltrow
Nathan Johnson
Giles Nuttgens
Matt Mayer
Michael Auret, Robert Ogden Barnum, Peter Garde, Jake Paltrow, Marina Fuentes Arredonda
Department Leadership Roster
Jake Paltrow
Screenplay
Jake Paltrow
Director
Diana Cilliers
Costume Design
Michael Auret
Producer
Sharon Lomofsky
Production Design
Matt Mayer
Editor
Jake Paltrow
Producer
Nathan Johnson
Original Music Composer
Giles Nuttgens
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Young Ones
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What is Young Ones about?
In a future where water is scarce, a farmer defends his land and hopes to rejuvenate his parched soil. However, his daughter's boyfriend schemes to steal the land for himself.
Who directed Young Ones?
Young Ones was directed by Jake Paltrow.
Who stars in Young Ones?
The principal cast of Young Ones includes Michael Shannon, Nicholas Hoult, Elle Fanning, Kodi Smit-McPhee, Aimee Mullins.
When was Young Ones released and how long is it?
Young Ones was released in 2014 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for Young Ones?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Young Ones was composed by Nathan Johnson.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Young Ones?
Young Ones holds official age classifications: CA: R; DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).