Queens of the Dead (2025) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
When a zombie apocalypse breaks out in Brooklyn on the night of a giant warehouse party, an eclectic group of drag queens, club kids, & frenemies must put aside their drama and use their unique skills to fight against the brain-thirsty, scrolling undead.
Rated 16 • 2025 • 1h 41m
Queens of the Dead (2025) is an unrated comedy‑horror set at a Brooklyn warehouse party where a group of drag queens, club kids and frenemies must survive a sudden zombie outbreak. Parents should be aware of moderate zombie violence (bites and brief bloody images), occasional strong/crude language, on-screen kissing and a lesbian relationship, and party drug/alcohol use in club scenes. The film mixes camp and scares — some scenes are… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Queens of the Dead appropriate for kids?
Queens of the Dead (2025) is an unrated comedy‑horror set at a Brooklyn warehouse party where a group of drag queens, club kids and frenemies must survive a sudden zombie outbreak. Parents should be aware of moderate zombie violence (bites and brief bloody images), occasional… Read more — free account
Content severity in Queens of the Dead
What happens in Queens of the Dead, moment by moment
- 0:03 🍷 Substances 3/10
- 0:07 ♥ Sex & Nudity 3/10
- 0:12 ⚔ Violence & Gore 4/10
Sex and nudity in Queens of the Dead
Light-to-moderate sexual content: a romantic/sexual relationship between women is depicted primarily through on-screen kissing, flirtation, and talk about partners during the party and quieter moments. There is drag performance suggestiveness and makeup/transformation scenes, but no explicit sex or nudity is shown.
Violence and gore in Queens of the Dead
Moderate zombie violence and frantic physical fights dominate the film: biting, scratching, stabbings with improvised weapons and short bursts of blood are shown on-screen. Violence is played for both scares and dark comedy; injuries are visible but not lingered-on as explicit gore or torture.
Language in Queens of the Dead
Occasional strong and crude language throughout the club and confrontation scenes, including shouts and a handful of profanities; not wall-to-wall but noticeable in intense moments. Slurs are used in heated exchanges in order to dramatize conflict between characters and antagonists.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Queens of the Dead
Clear depiction of party culture: alcohol is consumed openly in the warehouse and several characters are shown smoking or using party drugs in background scenes. Use is not glamorized into an overdose storyline but is a visible part of the nightlife setting.
Mature themes in Queens of the Dead
Themes include death and loss as characters are killed or injured during the outbreak, plus identity, chosen family, and LGBTQ+ relationships under pressure. The film also touches on survival ethics and strained friendships in crisis — emotional moments occur in a hospital and during quiet aftermath scenes.
Scary moments in Queens of the Dead
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Queens of the Dead 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 Queens of the Dead appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Queens of the Dead is best for ages 10+. It's rated 16. Queens of the Dead (2025) is an unrated comedy‑horror set at a Brooklyn warehouse party where a group of drag queens, club kids and frenemies must survive a sudden zombie outbreak. Parents should be aware of moderate…
What age rating does Queens of the Dead have?
Queens of the Dead is officially rated 16. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is Queens of the Dead about?
Queens of the Dead (2025) is an unrated comedy‑horror set at a Brooklyn warehouse party where a group of drag queens, club kids and frenemies must survive a sudden zombie outbreak. Parents should be aware of moderate zombie violence (bites and brief bloody images), occasional strong/crude language, on-screen kissing…
Is there sex or nudity in Queens of the Dead?
Light-to-moderate sexual content: a romantic/sexual relationship between women is depicted primarily through on-screen kissing, flirtation, and talk about partners during the party and quieter moments. There is drag performance suggestiveness and…
How violent is Queens of the Dead?
Moderate zombie violence and frantic physical fights dominate the film: biting, scratching, stabbings with improvised weapons and short bursts of blood are shown on-screen. Violence is played for both scares and dark comedy; injuries are visible but not…
Is the language in Queens of the Dead appropriate for kids?
Occasional strong and crude language throughout the club and confrontation scenes, including shouts and a handful of profanities; not wall-to-wall but noticeable in intense moments. Slurs are used in heated exchanges in order to dramatize conflict between…
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Queens of the Dead?
Clear depiction of party culture: alcohol is consumed openly in the warehouse and several characters are shown smoking or using party drugs in background scenes. Use is not glamorized into an overdose storyline but is a visible part of the nightlife setting.
What mature themes appear in Queens of the Dead?
Themes include death and loss as characters are killed or injured during the outbreak, plus identity, chosen family, and LGBTQ+ relationships under pressure. The film also touches on survival ethics and strained friendships in crisis — emotional moments occur…
How long is Queens of the Dead?
Queens of the Dead runs 101 minutes, directed by Tina Romero, released in 2025.
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