Bird Box (2018) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Five years after an ominous unseen presence drives most of society to suicide, a survivor and her two children make a desperate bid to reach safety.
Rated R • 2018 • 2h 4m
Bird Box is a post-apocalyptic thriller that follows Malorie Hayes as she attempts to lead two children to safety while blindfolded to avoid unseen, suicide-inducing entities. The film is rated R primarily for pervasive, graphic depictions of suicide, self-harm, and intense psychological dread. Parents should be aware of frequent strong language, brief sexual content, and scenes featuring extreme violence. It is intended for a mature… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Bird Box appropriate for kids?
Bird Box is a post-apocalyptic thriller that follows Malorie Hayes as she attempts to lead two children to safety while blindfolded to avoid unseen, suicide-inducing entities. The film is rated R primarily for pervasive, graphic depictions of suicide, self-harm, and intense… Read more — free account
Content severity in Bird Box
What happens in Bird Box, moment by moment
- 0:12 ⚔ Violence & Gore 9/10
- 0:18 ⚔ Violence & Gore 8/10
- 0:25 ⚔ Violence & Gore 8/10
Sex and nudity in Bird Box
Contains brief instances of sexual activity, including a scene showing partial nudity and thrusting movements between two adults.
Violence and gore in Bird Box
The film features graphic, severe violence throughout. This includes characters repeatedly smashing their own heads against glass, people walking into traffic, burning themselves alive, and stabbing others with household tools like scissors, resulting in significant blood spray.
Language in Bird Box
Frequent strong profanity is used, including multiple uses of the 'f-word' and other harsh expletives.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Bird Box
Minor use of alcohol is depicted, and there is a brief scene involving a character handling unidentified pills.
Mature themes in Bird Box
The narrative is heavily anchored in themes of mass suicide, existential despair, the breakdown of society, and the psychological trauma of surviving in a world where seeing the environment results in death.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bird Box appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Bird Box is best for ages 17+. It's rated R. Bird Box is a post-apocalyptic thriller that follows Malorie Hayes as she attempts to lead two children to safety while blindfolded to avoid unseen, suicide-inducing entities. The film is rated R primarily for…
What age rating does Bird Box have?
Bird Box is officially rated R. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 17+.
What is Bird Box about?
Bird Box is a post-apocalyptic thriller that follows Malorie Hayes as she attempts to lead two children to safety while blindfolded to avoid unseen, suicide-inducing entities. The film is rated R primarily for pervasive, graphic depictions of suicide, self-harm, and intense psychological dread. Parents should be aware…
Is there sex or nudity in Bird Box?
Contains brief instances of sexual activity, including a scene showing partial nudity and thrusting movements between two adults.
How violent is Bird Box?
The film features graphic, severe violence throughout. This includes characters repeatedly smashing their own heads against glass, people walking into traffic, burning themselves alive, and stabbing others with household tools like scissors, resulting in…
Is the language in Bird Box appropriate for kids?
Frequent strong profanity is used, including multiple uses of the 'f-word' and other harsh expletives.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Bird Box?
Minor use of alcohol is depicted, and there is a brief scene involving a character handling unidentified pills.
What mature themes appear in Bird Box?
The narrative is heavily anchored in themes of mass suicide, existential despair, the breakdown of society, and the psychological trauma of surviving in a world where seeing the environment results in death.
How long is Bird Box?
Bird Box runs 124 minutes, directed by Susanne Bier, released in 2018.
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