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It Chapter Two (2019) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

27 years after overcoming the malevolent supernatural entity Pennywise, the former members of the Losers' Club, who have grown up and moved away from Derry, are brought back together by a devastating phone call.

Rated R • 2019 • 2h 49m

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It Chapter Two follows the adult Losers' Club as they reunite in Derry, Maine, 27 years after their initial battle with the supernatural entity Pennywise. The film carries an R rating primarily for its pervasive, graphic horror imagery, intense and sustained psychological torment, and bloody, visceral violence. Parents should be aware of themes involving suicide, domestic abuse, and hate-motivated violence, alongside frequent profanity… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Jessica Chastain
Jessica Chastain
James McAvoy
James McAvoy
Bill Hader
Bill Hader
Isaiah Mustafa
Isaiah Mustafa
Jay Ryan
Jay Ryan
James Ransone
James Ransone
Andy Bean
Andy Bean
Bill Skarsgård
Bill Skarsgård
Jaeden Martell
Jaeden Martell
Wyatt Oleff
Wyatt Oleff
Jack Dylan Grazer
Jack Dylan Grazer
Finn Wolfhard
Finn Wolfhard
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Is It Chapter Two appropriate for kids?

It Chapter Two follows the adult Losers' Club as they reunite in Derry, Maine, 27 years after their initial battle with the supernatural entity Pennywise. The film carries an R rating primarily for its pervasive, graphic horror imagery, intense and sustained psychological… Read more — free account

Content severity in It Chapter Two

Sex Moderate 4/10
Violence Intense 9/10
Language Strong 7/10
Substances Moderate 3/10
Themes Strong 7/10

What happens in It Chapter Two, moment by moment

  1. 0:05 ⚔ Violence & Gore 8/10
  2. 0:15 🔥 Mature Themes 7/10
  3. 0:28 ⚔ Violence & Gore 7/10
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Sex and nudity in It Chapter Two

Contains brief, non-explicit sexual situations and mild innuendo. There are instances of full-frontal nudity involving grotesque creature transformations, as well as scenes showing characters in bathrooms or states of undress without explicit sexual intent.

Violence and gore in It Chapter Two

The film features severe and graphic violence throughout. Notable moments include brutal beatings, stabbings, impalements, and bloody creature attacks involving sharp teeth and limbs. Mutilated bodies are depicted, and characters frequently suffer extreme physical trauma.

Language in It Chapter Two

Pervasive and strong language is present throughout the film, including approximately 40 uses of the 'f-word' and frequent usage of other coarse profanity.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in It Chapter Two

Substance use is present but incidental, consisting primarily of casual alcohol consumption and occasional cigarette smoking by adult characters.

Mature themes in It Chapter Two

The film explores heavy mature themes, including the suicide of a main character, domestic physical abuse, homophobic hate crimes, and deep-seated childhood trauma. The narrative focuses on the psychological deterioration caused by fear and the burdens of past guilt.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is It Chapter Two appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests It Chapter Two is best for ages 17+. It's rated R. It Chapter Two follows the adult Losers' Club as they reunite in Derry, Maine, 27 years after their initial battle with the supernatural entity Pennywise. The film carries an R rating primarily for its pervasive…

What age rating does It Chapter Two have?

It Chapter Two is officially rated R. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 17+.

What is It Chapter Two about?

It Chapter Two follows the adult Losers' Club as they reunite in Derry, Maine, 27 years after their initial battle with the supernatural entity Pennywise. The film carries an R rating primarily for its pervasive, graphic horror imagery, intense and sustained psychological torment, and bloody, visceral violence…

Is there sex or nudity in It Chapter Two?

Contains brief, non-explicit sexual situations and mild innuendo. There are instances of full-frontal nudity involving grotesque creature transformations, as well as scenes showing characters in bathrooms or states of undress without explicit sexual intent.

How violent is It Chapter Two?

The film features severe and graphic violence throughout. Notable moments include brutal beatings, stabbings, impalements, and bloody creature attacks involving sharp teeth and limbs. Mutilated bodies are depicted, and characters frequently suffer extreme…

Is the language in It Chapter Two appropriate for kids?

Pervasive and strong language is present throughout the film, including approximately 40 uses of the 'f-word' and frequent usage of other coarse profanity.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in It Chapter Two?

Substance use is present but incidental, consisting primarily of casual alcohol consumption and occasional cigarette smoking by adult characters.

What mature themes appear in It Chapter Two?

The film explores heavy mature themes, including the suicide of a main character, domestic physical abuse, homophobic hate crimes, and deep-seated childhood trauma. The narrative focuses on the psychological deterioration caused by fear and the burdens of…

How long is It Chapter Two?

It Chapter Two runs 169 minutes, directed by Andy Muschietti, released in 2019.

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