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The Invisible Man (2020) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

When Cecilia's abusive ex takes his own life and leaves her his fortune, she suspects his death was a hoax. As a series of coincidences turn lethal, Cecilia works to prove that she is being hunted by someone nobody can see.

Rated R • 2020 • 2h 4m

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A woman escapes her abusive tech mogul boyfriend — and then he apparently commits suicide. But she believes he has found a way to become invisible and is stalking her. Elisabeth Moss. The R rating covers domestic violence, graphic action violence, and sustained dread.

Cast

Elisabeth Moss
Elisabeth Moss
Aldis Hodge
Aldis Hodge
Storm Reid
Storm Reid
Michael Dorman
Michael Dorman
Harriet Dyer
Harriet Dyer
Oliver Jackson-Cohen
Oliver Jackson-Cohen
Benedict Hardie
Benedict Hardie
Zara Michales
Zara Michales
Renee Lim
Renee Lim
Sam Smith
Sam Smith
Nick Kici
Nick Kici
Vivienne Greer
Vivienne Greer
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Is The Invisible Man appropriate for kids?

A woman escapes her abusive tech mogul boyfriend — and then he apparently commits suicide. But she believes he has found a way to become invisible and is stalking her. Elisabeth Moss. The R rating covers domestic violence, graphic action violence, and sustained dread. Read more — free account

Content severity in The Invisible Man

Sex None 0/10
Violence Intense 8/10
Language Moderate 4/10
Substances None 0/10
Themes Intense 8/10

What happens in The Invisible Man, moment by moment

  1. 0:05 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
  2. 0:08 🔥 Mature Themes 7/10
  3. 0:18 💬 Language 4/10
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Sex and nudity in The Invisible Man

There is no depicted sexual intercourse or graphic nudity throughout the film. The story focuses on the psychological manipulation and physical stalking of the protagonist rather than sexual themes. Despite the dark nature of the domestic abuse, the content remains non-sexual in its presentation.

Violence and gore in The Invisible Man

A woman beaten by an unseen attacker. An attack at a restaurant that kills multiple people. Graphic violence consistent with R.

Language in The Invisible Man

The film features strong language punctuated by several uses of the 'f-word' and other profanities consistent with an R-rated thriller. Most of the swearing occurs during moments of extreme stress, panic, or confrontation as the protagonist's life unravels. Additionally, there are scattered instances of mild to moderate insults and religious exclamations used for emphasis.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Invisible Man

Instances of drug use, smoking, or significant alcohol consumption are absent from the narrative. Characters primarily interact in professional or domestic settings where substances do not play a role. The tension is driven entirely by the technological and psychological threats rather than substance-related issues.

Mature themes in The Invisible Man

The film is a precise metaphor for gaslighting — a woman who knows she is being abused but cannot prove it, and is not believed. The Invisible Man as the perfect abuser: everywhere and nowhere, seen only when he chooses. Elisabeth Moss's performance is extraordinary.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is The Invisible Man appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests The Invisible Man is best for ages 16+. It's rated R. A woman escapes her abusive tech mogul boyfriend — and then he apparently commits suicide. But she believes he has found a way to become invisible and is stalking her. Elisabeth Moss. The R rating covers domestic…

What age rating does The Invisible Man have?

The Invisible Man is officially rated R. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 16+.

What is The Invisible Man about?

A woman escapes her abusive tech mogul boyfriend — and then he apparently commits suicide. But she believes he has found a way to become invisible and is stalking her. Elisabeth Moss. The R rating covers domestic violence, graphic action violence, and sustained dread.

Is there sex or nudity in The Invisible Man?

There is no depicted sexual intercourse or graphic nudity throughout the film. The story focuses on the psychological manipulation and physical stalking of the protagonist rather than sexual themes. Despite the dark nature of the domestic abuse, the content…

How violent is The Invisible Man?

A woman beaten by an unseen attacker. An attack at a restaurant that kills multiple people. Graphic violence consistent with R.

Is the language in The Invisible Man appropriate for kids?

The film features strong language punctuated by several uses of the 'f-word' and other profanities consistent with an R-rated thriller. Most of the swearing occurs during moments of extreme stress, panic, or confrontation as the protagonist's life unravels…

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Invisible Man?

Instances of drug use, smoking, or significant alcohol consumption are absent from the narrative. Characters primarily interact in professional or domestic settings where substances do not play a role. The tension is driven entirely by the technological and…

What mature themes appear in The Invisible Man?

The film is a precise metaphor for gaslighting — a woman who knows she is being abused but cannot prove it, and is not believed. The Invisible Man as the perfect abuser: everywhere and nowhere, seen only when he chooses. Elisabeth Moss's performance is…

How long is The Invisible Man?

The Invisible Man runs 124 minutes, directed by Leigh Whannell, released in 2020.

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