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Morbius (2022) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Dangerously ill with a rare blood disorder, and determined to save others suffering his same fate, Dr. Michael Morbius attempts a desperate gamble. What at first appears to be a radical success soon reveals itself to be a remedy potentially worse than the disease.

Rated PG-13 • 2022 • 1h 45m

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Morbius follows Dr. Michael Morbius as he attempts a desperate medical experiment to cure his rare blood disorder, resulting in his transformation into a bloodthirsty vampire. The film earns its PG-13 rating primarily through intense sequences of supernatural violence, unsettling creature imagery, and dark thematic elements surrounding illness and mortality. Parents should be aware of frequent scenes depicting blood consumption… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Jared Leto
Jared Leto
Matt Smith
Matt Smith
Adria Arjona
Adria Arjona
Jared Harris
Jared Harris
Tyrese Gibson
Tyrese Gibson
Al Madrigal
Al Madrigal
Michael Keaton
Michael Keaton
Zaris-Angel Hator
Zaris-Angel Hator
Joe Ferrara
Joe Ferrara
Charlie Shotwell
Charlie Shotwell
Joseph Esson
Joseph Esson
Jason Rennie
Jason Rennie
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Is Morbius appropriate for kids?

Morbius follows Dr. Michael Morbius as he attempts a desperate medical experiment to cure his rare blood disorder, resulting in his transformation into a bloodthirsty vampire. The film earns its PG-13 rating primarily through intense sequences of supernatural violence… Read more — free account

Content severity in Morbius

Sex Mild 2/10
Violence Strong 6/10
Language Strong 7/10
Substances Mild 2/10
Themes Strong 5/10

What happens in Morbius, moment by moment

  1. 0:05 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
  2. 0:12 ♥ Sex & Nudity 2/10
  3. 0:32 ⚔ Violence & Gore 6/10
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Sex and nudity in Morbius

There is no explicit content, though brief kissing occurs between characters. Song lyrics in the background contain passing sexual references.

Violence and gore in Morbius

The film features moderate, frequent supernatural violence. Characters are thrown, bitten, or slashed with claws, often leading to bloody aftermaths. One particularly jarring moment involves a bone-crunching sound during a physical assault.

Language in Morbius

Language is mild but includes one instance of the 'f-word,' along with sporadic uses of 'shit,' 'bitch,' 'ass,' and 'hell.'

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Morbius

Alcohol consumption is depicted in various scenes throughout the film.

Mature themes in Morbius

The narrative deals with the tragic struggle of living with a chronic, terminal illness, the burden of immortality, and the moral conflict between survival and losing one's humanity.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Morbius appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Morbius is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. Morbius follows Dr. Michael Morbius as he attempts a desperate medical experiment to cure his rare blood disorder, resulting in his transformation into a bloodthirsty vampire. The film earns its PG-13 rating primarily…

What age rating does Morbius have?

Morbius is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.

What is Morbius about?

Morbius follows Dr. Michael Morbius as he attempts a desperate medical experiment to cure his rare blood disorder, resulting in his transformation into a bloodthirsty vampire. The film earns its PG-13 rating primarily through intense sequences of supernatural violence, unsettling creature imagery, and dark thematic…

Is there sex or nudity in Morbius?

There is no explicit content, though brief kissing occurs between characters. Song lyrics in the background contain passing sexual references.

How violent is Morbius?

The film features moderate, frequent supernatural violence. Characters are thrown, bitten, or slashed with claws, often leading to bloody aftermaths. One particularly jarring moment involves a bone-crunching sound during a physical assault.

Is the language in Morbius appropriate for kids?

Language is mild but includes one instance of the 'f-word,' along with sporadic uses of 'shit,' 'bitch,' 'ass,' and 'hell.'

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Morbius?

Alcohol consumption is depicted in various scenes throughout the film.

What mature themes appear in Morbius?

The narrative deals with the tragic struggle of living with a chronic, terminal illness, the burden of immortality, and the moral conflict between survival and losing one's humanity.

How long is Morbius?

Morbius runs 105 minutes, directed by Daniel Espinosa, released in 2022.

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