The Menu (2022) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
A young couple travels to a remote island to eat at an exclusive restaurant where the chef has prepared a lavish menu, with some shocking surprises.
Rated R • 2022 • 1h 47m
The Menu is a dark, satirical thriller centered on an exclusive dining experience at a remote island restaurant run by the perfectionist Chef Julian Slowik. The film earns its R-rating through sustained psychological tension, graphic acts of violence, and a nihilistic narrative that explores themes of obsession, class resentment, and trauma. Viewers will encounter depictions of self-harm, murder, and high-stakes peril that escalate as… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Menu appropriate for kids?
The Menu is a dark, satirical thriller centered on an exclusive dining experience at a remote island restaurant run by the perfectionist Chef Julian Slowik. The film earns its R-rating through sustained psychological tension, graphic acts of violence, and a nihilistic narrative… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Menu
What happens in The Menu, moment by moment
- 0:15 🍷 Substances 3/10
- 0:22 💬 Language 5/10
- 0:35 ⚔ Violence & Gore 8/10
Sex and nudity in The Menu
There are passing sexual references, including dialogue about a character's history as a sex worker and a claim regarding a past sexual encounter.
Violence and gore in The Menu
The film features strong and disturbing violence, including a man losing a finger, a graphic on-screen suicide, multiple murders, and scenes of sustained physical threat.
Language in The Menu
Frequent strong language is present throughout, including several uses of the 'f-word' and various other coarse terms.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Menu
There is recurring social drinking of wine and spirits, as well as a character identified as an alcoholic.
Mature themes in The Menu
The narrative explores dark themes of obsession, social inequality, revenge, and mass-murder-suicide, presented in a cynical and highly stressful manner.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Menu appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Menu is best for ages 16+. It's rated R. The Menu is a dark, satirical thriller centered on an exclusive dining experience at a remote island restaurant run by the perfectionist Chef Julian Slowik. The film earns its R-rating through sustained psychological…
What age rating does The Menu have?
The Menu is officially rated R. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 16+.
What is The Menu about?
The Menu is a dark, satirical thriller centered on an exclusive dining experience at a remote island restaurant run by the perfectionist Chef Julian Slowik. The film earns its R-rating through sustained psychological tension, graphic acts of violence, and a nihilistic narrative that explores themes of obsession, class…
Is there sex or nudity in The Menu?
There are passing sexual references, including dialogue about a character's history as a sex worker and a claim regarding a past sexual encounter.
How violent is The Menu?
The film features strong and disturbing violence, including a man losing a finger, a graphic on-screen suicide, multiple murders, and scenes of sustained physical threat.
Is the language in The Menu appropriate for kids?
Frequent strong language is present throughout, including several uses of the 'f-word' and various other coarse terms.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Menu?
There is recurring social drinking of wine and spirits, as well as a character identified as an alcoholic.
What mature themes appear in The Menu?
The narrative explores dark themes of obsession, social inequality, revenge, and mass-murder-suicide, presented in a cynical and highly stressful manner.
How long is The Menu?
The Menu runs 107 minutes, directed by Mark Mylod, released in 2022.
Where can I read the full The Menu parent guide?
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