Home Invasion (2016) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Terror arrives at the one place we all feel safest... When a wealthy woman, Chloe, and her stepson, Jacob, are targeted by a trio of expert thieves in their remote mansion, her only form of help comes from a call with Mike, a security systems specialist. But as the intruders become increasingly hostile and the connection wavers, will she trust him to be her eyes and navigate her to safety?
Rated PG-13 • 2016 • 1h 28m
The 2016 thriller "Home Invasion" earns its PG-13 rating for pervasive violence, peril, and intense terror. The plot follows Chloe and her stepson Jacob as they are stalked and attacked in their remote mansion by a group of ruthless thieves. Parents should be aware of multiple on-screen deaths, including shootings, a stabbing, and a character being run over by a car. The film features strong, sustained suspense and scenes of child… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Home Invasion appropriate for kids?
The 2016 thriller "Home Invasion" earns its PG-13 rating for pervasive violence, peril, and intense terror. The plot follows Chloe and her stepson Jacob as they are stalked and attacked in their remote mansion by a group of ruthless thieves. Parents should be aware of multiple… Read more — free account
Content severity in Home Invasion
What happens in Home Invasion, moment by moment
- 0:05 🍷 Substances 2/10
- 0:12 ⚔ Violence & Gore 7/10
- 0:13 🔥 Mature Themes 7/10
Sex and nudity in Home Invasion
Sexual content is not a factor in this film. There is no nudity, innuendo, or sexual dialogue.
Violence and gore in Home Invasion
Violence is strong and frequent throughout the film. It includes multiple shootings that result in death, with some blood shown. There is a violent fight involving a baseball bat and a shovel, a character is run over by a car, and another is stabbed in the leg. One character is executed on-screen by the villain to intimidate another. The home invasion itself involves forceful entry and constant threats.
Language in Home Invasion
Language is infrequent and mild, consisting of some minor profanity appropriate for its PG-13 rating, such as uses of "hell" and "damn."
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Home Invasion
There is a brief, early scene where two characters drink wine socially. No other substance use is shown.
Mature themes in Home Invasion
The film's central themes include the terror of a home invasion, child endangerment, and survival against overwhelming odds. It also touches on betrayal when it's revealed a main character's husband was a criminal, which led to the attack. The deaths of several characters, including law enforcement and family friends, are depicted.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Home Invasion appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Home Invasion is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. The 2016 thriller "Home Invasion" earns its PG-13 rating for pervasive violence, peril, and intense terror. The plot follows Chloe and her stepson Jacob as they are stalked and attacked in their remote mansion by a…
What age rating does Home Invasion have?
Home Invasion is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Home Invasion about?
The 2016 thriller "Home Invasion" earns its PG-13 rating for pervasive violence, peril, and intense terror. The plot follows Chloe and her stepson Jacob as they are stalked and attacked in their remote mansion by a group of ruthless thieves. Parents should be aware of multiple on-screen deaths, including shootings, a…
Is there sex or nudity in Home Invasion?
Sexual content is not a factor in this film. There is no nudity, innuendo, or sexual dialogue.
How violent is Home Invasion?
Violence is strong and frequent throughout the film. It includes multiple shootings that result in death, with some blood shown. There is a violent fight involving a baseball bat and a shovel, a character is run over by a car, and another is stabbed in the…
Is the language in Home Invasion appropriate for kids?
Language is infrequent and mild, consisting of some minor profanity appropriate for its PG-13 rating, such as uses of "hell" and "damn."
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Home Invasion?
There is a brief, early scene where two characters drink wine socially. No other substance use is shown.
What mature themes appear in Home Invasion?
The film's central themes include the terror of a home invasion, child endangerment, and survival against overwhelming odds. It also touches on betrayal when it's revealed a main character's husband was a criminal, which led to the attack. The deaths of…
How long is Home Invasion?
Home Invasion runs 88 minutes, directed by David Tennant, released in 2016.
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