Momo (2025) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Momo is a young orphan girl who lives in the ruins of an old Roman amphitheater and becomes friends with everybody in the neighborhood. But when a powerful international corporation starts stealing everybody’s time, nobody has any time left for her, let alone their friends or families. Momo, together with Master Hora, the custodian of time, are the only ones who can go up against the time thieves before all is lost forever.
Rated 6 • 2025 • 1h 33m
Based on the classic children's novel, "Momo" is a fantasy adventure that explores mature themes. The film's content is equivalent to a PG rating, primarily due to its sinister villains and weighty concepts. The main concerns for parents will be the 'men in grey,' who are depicted as uncanny, creepy figures, and themes related to consumerism and the loss of joy that may be too abstract or unsettling for very young viewers. There is… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Momo appropriate for kids?
Based on the classic children's novel, "Momo" is a fantasy adventure that explores mature themes. The film's content is equivalent to a PG rating, primarily due to its sinister villains and weighty concepts. The main concerns for parents will be the 'men in grey,' who are… Read more — free account
Content severity in Momo
What happens in Momo, moment by moment
- 0:05 🔥 Mature Themes 2/10
- 0:15 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
- 0:24 🍷 Substances 4/10
Sex and nudity in Momo
None. Sexual content is not present in this film.
Violence and gore in Momo
Contains some mild fantasy peril. Momo is chased and threatened by the villainous 'men in grey' on a few occasions. These scenes can be tense but are not graphic or bloody, and the conflict is resolved without significant physical harm being shown.
Language in Momo
None. Profanity is not used in the film.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Momo
The villainous 'men in grey' are perpetually seen smoking ghostly cigars. This is a key plot point, as the cigars are made from the stolen time of humans and represent a corrupting force. The act is not depicted as realistic smoking and is portrayed as entirely negative.
Mature themes in Momo
The film explores mature and complex themes including the dangers of consumerism, the loss of joy and human connection in a fast-paced world, corporate greed, and loneliness. The central premise of life's time being literally stolen can be an existentially weighty concept for younger viewers. The main character is also an orphan.
Scary moments in Momo
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Momo yet. Because this title is recommended for younger kids, sign up to get community-flagged jump scares, tense scenes, and startling imagery as parents submit them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Momo appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Momo is best for ages 9+. It's rated 6. Based on the classic children's novel, "Momo" is a fantasy adventure that explores mature themes. The film's content is equivalent to a PG rating, primarily due to its sinister villains and weighty concepts. The main…
What age rating does Momo have?
Momo is officially rated 6. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 9+.
What is Momo about?
Based on the classic children's novel, "Momo" is a fantasy adventure that explores mature themes. The film's content is equivalent to a PG rating, primarily due to its sinister villains and weighty concepts. The main concerns for parents will be the 'men in grey,' who are depicted as uncanny, creepy figures, and…
Is there sex or nudity in Momo?
None. Sexual content is not present in this film.
How violent is Momo?
Contains some mild fantasy peril. Momo is chased and threatened by the villainous 'men in grey' on a few occasions. These scenes can be tense but are not graphic or bloody, and the conflict is resolved without significant physical harm being shown.
Is the language in Momo appropriate for kids?
None. Profanity is not used in the film.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Momo?
The villainous 'men in grey' are perpetually seen smoking ghostly cigars. This is a key plot point, as the cigars are made from the stolen time of humans and represent a corrupting force. The act is not depicted as realistic smoking and is portrayed as…
What mature themes appear in Momo?
The film explores mature and complex themes including the dangers of consumerism, the loss of joy and human connection in a fast-paced world, corporate greed, and loneliness. The central premise of life's time being literally stolen can be an existentially…
How long is Momo?
Momo runs 93 minutes, directed by Christian Ditter, released in 2025.
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