The Boogeyman (2023) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Still reeling from the tragic death of their mother, a teenage girl and her younger sister find themselves plagued by a sadistic presence in their house and struggle to get their grieving father to pay attention before it’s too late.
Rated PG-13 • 2023 • 1h 39m
The Boogeyman is a supernatural horror film centered on a grieving family haunted by an entity that feeds on fear. It earned its PG-13 rating primarily for intense sequences of supernatural terror, disturbing imagery, and moderate violence. The narrative explores heavy themes of loss and childhood trauma, which may be deeply distressing for younger viewers. While there is no explicit sexual content, the film is designed to be… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Boogeyman appropriate for kids?
The Boogeyman is a supernatural horror film centered on a grieving family haunted by an entity that feeds on fear. It earned its PG-13 rating primarily for intense sequences of supernatural terror, disturbing imagery, and moderate violence. The narrative explores heavy themes of… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Boogeyman
What happens in The Boogeyman, moment by moment
- 0:05 🔥 Mature Themes 6/10
- 0:12 ⚔ Violence & Gore 7/10
- 0:22 🍷 Substances 3/10
Sex and nudity in The Boogeyman
There is no sexual content in the film.
Violence and gore in The Boogeyman
Moderate violence includes scenes of a character discovered hanging by the neck, various physical altercations with a supernatural entity, and scenes involving blood spatter and injuries. A character suffers a broken leg, and there is a high-stakes sequence involving fire and weaponry.
Language in The Boogeyman
Strong language is present, including the use of 'fuck,' 'shit,' and 'bitch.'
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Boogeyman
There is a brief instance of cannabis use depicted.
Mature themes in The Boogeyman
The film deals heavily with grief, the sudden death of a parent, child loss, bullying, and the psychological impact of trauma on a family unit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Boogeyman appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Boogeyman is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. The Boogeyman is a supernatural horror film centered on a grieving family haunted by an entity that feeds on fear. It earned its PG-13 rating primarily for intense sequences of supernatural terror, disturbing imagery…
What age rating does The Boogeyman have?
The Boogeyman is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is The Boogeyman about?
The Boogeyman is a supernatural horror film centered on a grieving family haunted by an entity that feeds on fear. It earned its PG-13 rating primarily for intense sequences of supernatural terror, disturbing imagery, and moderate violence. The narrative explores heavy themes of loss and childhood trauma, which may be…
Is there sex or nudity in The Boogeyman?
There is no sexual content in the film.
How violent is The Boogeyman?
Moderate violence includes scenes of a character discovered hanging by the neck, various physical altercations with a supernatural entity, and scenes involving blood spatter and injuries. A character suffers a broken leg, and there is a high-stakes sequence…
Is the language in The Boogeyman appropriate for kids?
Strong language is present, including the use of 'fuck,' 'shit,' and 'bitch.'
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Boogeyman?
There is a brief instance of cannabis use depicted.
What mature themes appear in The Boogeyman?
The film deals heavily with grief, the sudden death of a parent, child loss, bullying, and the psychological impact of trauma on a family unit.
How long is The Boogeyman?
The Boogeyman runs 99 minutes, directed by Rob Savage, released in 2023.
Where can I read the full The Boogeyman parent guide?
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