Happy Death Day 2U (2019) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Collegian Tree Gelbman wakes up in horror to learn that she's stuck in a parallel universe. Her boyfriend Carter is now with someone else, and her friends and fellow students seem to be completely different versions of themselves. When Tree discovers that Carter's roommate has been altering time, she finds herself once again the target of a masked killer. When the psychopath starts to go after her inner circle, Tree soon realizes that she must die over and over again to save everyone.
Rated PG-13 • 2019 • 1h 40m
This sequel to 'Happy Death Day' sees protagonist Tree Gelbman once again stuck in a time loop, but this time in a parallel dimension where she must repeatedly die to save her friends from a new Babyface killer. The film's PG-13 rating is for its frequent, stylized slasher violence including stabbings and shootings, some strong language including a use of 'f--k', and moderate sexual innuendo. The violence is often played for dark… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Happy Death Day 2U appropriate for kids?
This sequel to 'Happy Death Day' sees protagonist Tree Gelbman once again stuck in a time loop, but this time in a parallel dimension where she must repeatedly die to save her friends from a new Babyface killer. The film's PG-13 rating is for its frequent, stylized slasher… Read more — free account
Content severity in Happy Death Day 2U
What happens in Happy Death Day 2U, moment by moment
- 0:08 ⚔ Violence & Gore 7/10
- 0:16 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
- 0:28 ⚔ Violence & Gore 7/10
Sex and nudity in Happy Death Day 2U
Content is moderate, consisting of some sexual innuendo, passionate kissing, and revealing outfits. In one scene, a character purposefully uses her low-cut top and flirtatious behavior to distract a university dean. Another character is seen briefly in a bikini. Characters are shown waking up in bed together (fully clothed) and one man is seen shirtless with a towel around his waist. There are also verbal references to genitalia.
Violence and gore in Happy Death Day 2U
Violence is frequent and stylized, consistent with the slasher-comedy genre. A masked killer attacks characters with a large knife, resulting in multiple stabbings, some with brief blood visible. People are also shot, and one character is stabbed with a screwdriver. A significant portion of the violence involves the protagonist, Tree, deliberately killing herself in a montage to reset the time loop; these inventive suicides include electrocution, jumping into a woodchipper (gory but comedic), and drinking drain…
Read more — free accountLanguage in Happy Death Day 2U
Language is moderately strong throughout. There are multiple uses of 's--t', 'bitch', 'ass', 'hell', and 'damn'. The PG-13 rating's single non-sexual use of 'f--k' is present in one scene. The middle-finger gesture is also used.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Happy Death Day 2U
Substance use is very mild. There is a scene where college students drink beer casually from red cups in a dorm room. In one scene, Tree is given Tylenol for pain from her accumulated injuries. A character drinks drain cleaner as a method of suicide, which is depicted as a violent act rather than substance abuse.
Mature themes in Happy Death Day 2U
The film explores mature themes of grief, choice, and sacrifice. Tree must choose between her own reality and a dimension where her deceased mother is still alive, leading to several emotionally intense conversations and decisions. The central plot device involves repeated death, including numerous scenes where the protagonist commits suicide as a way to progress and save others, which is a significant and recurring thematic element.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Happy Death Day 2U appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Happy Death Day 2U is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. This sequel to 'Happy Death Day' sees protagonist Tree Gelbman once again stuck in a time loop, but this time in a parallel dimension where she must repeatedly die to save her friends from a new Babyface killer. The…
What age rating does Happy Death Day 2U have?
Happy Death Day 2U is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Happy Death Day 2U about?
This sequel to 'Happy Death Day' sees protagonist Tree Gelbman once again stuck in a time loop, but this time in a parallel dimension where she must repeatedly die to save her friends from a new Babyface killer. The film's PG-13 rating is for its frequent, stylized slasher violence including stabbings and shootings…
Is there sex or nudity in Happy Death Day 2U?
Content is moderate, consisting of some sexual innuendo, passionate kissing, and revealing outfits. In one scene, a character purposefully uses her low-cut top and flirtatious behavior to distract a university dean. Another character is seen briefly in a…
How violent is Happy Death Day 2U?
Violence is frequent and stylized, consistent with the slasher-comedy genre. A masked killer attacks characters with a large knife, resulting in multiple stabbings, some with brief blood visible. People are also shot, and one character is stabbed with a…
Is the language in Happy Death Day 2U appropriate for kids?
Language is moderately strong throughout. There are multiple uses of 's--t', 'bitch', 'ass', 'hell', and 'damn'. The PG-13 rating's single non-sexual use of 'f--k' is present in one scene. The middle-finger gesture is also used.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Happy Death Day 2U?
Substance use is very mild. There is a scene where college students drink beer casually from red cups in a dorm room. In one scene, Tree is given Tylenol for pain from her accumulated injuries. A character drinks drain cleaner as a method of suicide, which is…
What mature themes appear in Happy Death Day 2U?
The film explores mature themes of grief, choice, and sacrifice. Tree must choose between her own reality and a dimension where her deceased mother is still alive, leading to several emotionally intense conversations and decisions. The central plot device…
How long is Happy Death Day 2U?
Happy Death Day 2U runs 100 minutes, directed by Christopher Landon, released in 2019.
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