Caddo Lake (2024) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
When an 8-year-old girl mysteriously vanishes on Caddo Lake, a series of past deaths and disappearances begin to link together, forever altering a broken family’s history.
Rated PG-13 • 2024 • 1h 43m
Caddo Lake follows a broken family dealing with the mysterious disappearance of a young girl, Anna, near a marshland that hides temporal anomalies. The film is rated PG-13 primarily for intense thematic elements concerning grief and loss, along with a few disturbing images of injury. Parents should be aware of scenes involving a missing child and physical trauma, though the film avoids explicit sexual content or substance abuse. It is… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Caddo Lake appropriate for kids?
Caddo Lake follows a broken family dealing with the mysterious disappearance of a young girl, Anna, near a marshland that hides temporal anomalies. The film is rated PG-13 primarily for intense thematic elements concerning grief and loss, along with a few disturbing images of… Read more — free account
Content severity in Caddo Lake
What happens in Caddo Lake, moment by moment
- 0:15 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
- 0:28 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
- 0:35 💬 Language 3/10
Sex and nudity in Caddo Lake
There is no explicit content; one brief scene depicts a man and a woman lying in bed together while fully clothed, showing emotional intimacy.
Violence and gore in Caddo Lake
The film contains moderate, non-gratuitous violence, including a character found with a stick impaled in their side and the sight of a bisected alligator showing tissue. Some characters experience ear bleeding due to environmental pressure, and a character suffers a noticeable black eye.
Language in Caddo Lake
Language is infrequent but includes two uses of the f-word (one whispered), several uses of 'shit,' and one instance of 'bitch,' plus minor profanity and use of the Lord's name in vain.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Caddo Lake
There is no on-screen consumption of alcohol, drugs, or smoking shown throughout the narrative.
Mature themes in Caddo Lake
The film deals heavily with the trauma of a missing child, parental grief, and the consequences of fractured family dynamics across different generations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Caddo Lake appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Caddo Lake is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. Caddo Lake follows a broken family dealing with the mysterious disappearance of a young girl, Anna, near a marshland that hides temporal anomalies. The film is rated PG-13 primarily for intense thematic elements…
What age rating does Caddo Lake have?
Caddo Lake is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Caddo Lake about?
Caddo Lake follows a broken family dealing with the mysterious disappearance of a young girl, Anna, near a marshland that hides temporal anomalies. The film is rated PG-13 primarily for intense thematic elements concerning grief and loss, along with a few disturbing images of injury. Parents should be aware of scenes…
Is there sex or nudity in Caddo Lake?
There is no explicit content; one brief scene depicts a man and a woman lying in bed together while fully clothed, showing emotional intimacy.
How violent is Caddo Lake?
The film contains moderate, non-gratuitous violence, including a character found with a stick impaled in their side and the sight of a bisected alligator showing tissue. Some characters experience ear bleeding due to environmental pressure, and a character…
Is the language in Caddo Lake appropriate for kids?
Language is infrequent but includes two uses of the f-word (one whispered), several uses of 'shit,' and one instance of 'bitch,' plus minor profanity and use of the Lord's name in vain.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Caddo Lake?
There is no on-screen consumption of alcohol, drugs, or smoking shown throughout the narrative.
What mature themes appear in Caddo Lake?
The film deals heavily with the trauma of a missing child, parental grief, and the consequences of fractured family dynamics across different generations.
How long is Caddo Lake?
Caddo Lake runs 103 minutes, directed by Celine Held, Logan George, released in 2024.
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