Kraken (2026) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
A marine biologist is doing research on a fish farm when she encounters several strange occurrences. Along with the brutal deaths of two teenagers, all signs point to the deep fjord; can there be more to the depths than the eye can see?
Rated 12 • 2026 • 1h 34m
Kraken is a Norwegian creature feature with content best suited for teens and adults, comparable to a PG-13 or 15 rating. The film's primary content concerns stem from moderate but intense monster violence, including several frightening sequences where a giant squid-like creature attacks boats and people, resulting in some non-graphic deaths. Scenes of sustained peril, particularly when marine researcher Johanne is dragged underwater… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Kraken appropriate for kids?
Kraken is a Norwegian creature feature with content best suited for teens and adults, comparable to a PG-13 or 15 rating. The film's primary content concerns stem from moderate but intense monster violence, including several frightening sequences where a giant squid-like… Read more — free account
Content severity in Kraken
What happens in Kraken, moment by moment
- 0:18 ⚔ Violence & Gore 6/10
- 0:24 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
- 0:32 ♥ Sex & Nudity 4/10
Sex and nudity in Kraken
Contains a single, brief scene of non-sexual nudity where a woman's bare breast is shown after she gets out of a shower.
Violence and gore in Kraken
Violence is moderate and primarily involves creature attacks. The Kraken is shown attacking boats, destroying equipment, and pulling people underwater. The deaths of two teenagers are a key plot point, and their mangled boat is seen. The final confrontation is intense, with a character being grabbed and pulled into the deep before the creature is killed in an underwater explosion. The violence isn't overtly graphic or gory but is high in peril.
Language in Kraken
Language is mild and infrequent. Expect some uses of terms like 'hell' and 'damn' during moments of stress or fear.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Kraken
There is some light, social drinking by adult characters in a few scenes.
Mature themes in Kraken
The film's main themes involve the consequences of human encroachment on the natural world, framing the Kraken's aggression as a defensive reaction to its habitat being disturbed. It also deals with themes of death, survival, and the fear of the unknown. The ending reveals the creature was a mother protecting its offspring, adding a theme of parental instinct.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kraken appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Kraken is best for ages 13+. It's rated 12. Kraken is a Norwegian creature feature with content best suited for teens and adults, comparable to a PG-13 or 15 rating. The film's primary content concerns stem from moderate but intense monster violence, including…
What age rating does Kraken have?
Kraken is officially rated 12. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Kraken about?
Kraken is a Norwegian creature feature with content best suited for teens and adults, comparable to a PG-13 or 15 rating. The film's primary content concerns stem from moderate but intense monster violence, including several frightening sequences where a giant squid-like creature attacks boats and people, resulting in…
Is there sex or nudity in Kraken?
Contains a single, brief scene of non-sexual nudity where a woman's bare breast is shown after she gets out of a shower.
How violent is Kraken?
Violence is moderate and primarily involves creature attacks. The Kraken is shown attacking boats, destroying equipment, and pulling people underwater. The deaths of two teenagers are a key plot point, and their mangled boat is seen. The final confrontation…
Is the language in Kraken appropriate for kids?
Language is mild and infrequent. Expect some uses of terms like 'hell' and 'damn' during moments of stress or fear.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Kraken?
There is some light, social drinking by adult characters in a few scenes.
What mature themes appear in Kraken?
The film's main themes involve the consequences of human encroachment on the natural world, framing the Kraken's aggression as a defensive reaction to its habitat being disturbed. It also deals with themes of death, survival, and the fear of the unknown. The…
How long is Kraken?
Kraken runs 94 minutes, directed by Pål Øie, released in 2026.
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