Ouija: Origin of Evil (2016) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Ouija: Origin of Evil is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. Ouija: Origin of Evil is a supernatural horror prequel set in 1967 Los Angeles that follows a grieving mother, Alice Zander, and her two daughters as they unwittingly invite a malevolent spirit into their home. The film…

Ouija: Origin of Evil is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.

Ouija: Origin of Evil is a supernatural horror prequel set in 1967 Los Angeles that follows a grieving mother, Alice Zander, and her two daughters as they unwittingly invite a malevolent spirit into their home. The film earned its PG-13 rating primarily for sustained supernatural terror, disturbing imagery involving…

There is no explicit content; the film contains one brief scene featuring teenagers sharing a kiss.

Violence is moderate and centers on supernatural threats. Notable moments include a spirit forcing its arm down a child's throat, a character being choked, and the aftermath of a child's mouth being sewn shut, which is depicted visually.

Language is mild, consisting of a few instances of the word 'bitch' and other light insults used during moments of tension.

There is a brief, minor instance of teenagers consuming alcohol at a social gathering.

The film deals with intense, mature themes including grief, the death of a parent, child possession, and the trauma of isolation and institutionalization.

Ouija: Origin of Evil runs 99 minutes, directed by Mike Flanagan, released in 2016.

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