Cells at Work! (2024) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Cells at Work! is best for ages 12+. It's rated PG-13. Cells at Work! (2024) is a live-action adaptation depicting the interior of the human body as a bustling workplace managed by anthropomorphic cells. Parents should be aware of frequent, moderate fantasy violence as…

Cells at Work! is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 12+.

Cells at Work! (2024) is a live-action adaptation depicting the interior of the human body as a bustling workplace managed by anthropomorphic cells. Parents should be aware of frequent, moderate fantasy violence as immune cells battle pathogens, though gore remains limited. The film includes some mild profanity and…

The film contains passing, non-explicit references to anatomy, such as mentions of the gonads. Some characters appear in stylized, slightly revealing costumes, but there is no sexual activity or nudity.

There is moderate, recurring fantasy violence throughout as White Blood Cell fights off various germs and viruses. Combat is active and involves blades, but injuries are generally not graphic and blood is used sparingly.

Mild profanity is present, including words like 'bastard', 'hell', and 'damn', often used in the heat of conflict.

There are brief, infrequent scenes featuring social smoking and alcohol consumption among personified cells.

The film deals with internal physiological processes, including threats from illness and cancer, which may be complex or distressing for younger audiences.

Cells at Work! runs 110 minutes, directed by Hideki Takeuchi, released in 2024.

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