The Haunting in Connecticut (2009) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
When the Campbell family moves to upstate Connecticut, they soon learn that their charming Victorian home has a disturbing history: not only was the house a transformed funeral parlor where inconceivable acts occurred, but the owner's clairvoyant son Jonah served as a demonic messenger, providing a gateway for spiritual entities to crossover.
Rated PG-13 • 2009 • 1h 42m
The Haunting in Connecticut earns its PG-13 rating for frequent, intense horror sequences and deeply disturbing thematic material. The film follows the Campbell family as they move into a former funeral home, only to discover it is haunted by a malevolent presence. Parents should be aware of numerous jump scares, graphic supernatural violence including visions of corpse mutilation (cutting eyelids), and the recurring image of a… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Haunting in Connecticut appropriate for kids?
The Haunting in Connecticut earns its PG-13 rating for frequent, intense horror sequences and deeply disturbing thematic material. The film follows the Campbell family as they move into a former funeral home, only to discover it is haunted by a malevolent presence. Parents… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Haunting in Connecticut
What happens in The Haunting in Connecticut, moment by moment
- 0:05 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
- 0:15 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
- 0:22 🍷 Substances 4/10
Sex and nudity in The Haunting in Connecticut
No sexual content, nudity, or innuendo is present in the film. This category is not a concern.
Violence and gore in The Haunting in Connecticut
Contains strong, often disturbing supernatural violence and gore. One key vision shows a man carving symbols into a corpse and then graphically cutting off its eyelids. Other scenes include a character appearing with bloody, self-inflicted scratches; symbols being carved into a boy's skin; and numerous preserved corpses tumbling out of walls. The ghost of a boy who was burned alive is shown repeatedly in his charred state.
Language in The Haunting in Connecticut
Language is relatively mild for a PG-13 film. There is one use of "shit" and occasional uses of milder profanity like "damn" and "hell." Exclamatory uses of "God" and "Jesus" also occur.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Haunting in Connecticut
The father of the family, Peter, is a recovering alcoholic who relapses under the strain of his son's illness and the haunting. He is shown drinking beer and liquor, and in one scene, he becomes aggressive and smashes lightbulbs while intoxicated.
Mature themes in The Haunting in Connecticut
The film's themes are heavy and intense. The central plot involves a teenage boy, Matt, suffering from a severe form of cancer, and the emotional and financial toll it takes on his family. The haunting revolves around necromancy, séances, and the desecration of the dead. A key historical event involves a young medium being burned alive, which is shown in a harrowing flashback. The potential death of a child is a constant threat.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Haunting in Connecticut appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Haunting in Connecticut is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. The Haunting in Connecticut earns its PG-13 rating for frequent, intense horror sequences and deeply disturbing thematic material. The film follows the Campbell family as they move into a former funeral home, only to…
What age rating does The Haunting in Connecticut have?
The Haunting in Connecticut is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is The Haunting in Connecticut about?
The Haunting in Connecticut earns its PG-13 rating for frequent, intense horror sequences and deeply disturbing thematic material. The film follows the Campbell family as they move into a former funeral home, only to discover it is haunted by a malevolent presence. Parents should be aware of numerous jump scares…
Is there sex or nudity in The Haunting in Connecticut?
No sexual content, nudity, or innuendo is present in the film. This category is not a concern.
How violent is The Haunting in Connecticut?
Contains strong, often disturbing supernatural violence and gore. One key vision shows a man carving symbols into a corpse and then graphically cutting off its eyelids. Other scenes include a character appearing with bloody, self-inflicted scratches; symbols…
Is the language in The Haunting in Connecticut appropriate for kids?
Language is relatively mild for a PG-13 film. There is one use of "shit" and occasional uses of milder profanity like "damn" and "hell." Exclamatory uses of "God" and "Jesus" also occur.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Haunting in Connecticut?
The father of the family, Peter, is a recovering alcoholic who relapses under the strain of his son's illness and the haunting. He is shown drinking beer and liquor, and in one scene, he becomes aggressive and smashes lightbulbs while intoxicated.
What mature themes appear in The Haunting in Connecticut?
The film's themes are heavy and intense. The central plot involves a teenage boy, Matt, suffering from a severe form of cancer, and the emotional and financial toll it takes on his family. The haunting revolves around necromancy, séances, and the desecration…
How long is The Haunting in Connecticut?
The Haunting in Connecticut runs 102 minutes, directed by Peter Cornwell, released in 2009.
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