They (2002) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
A psychology student who experienced night terrors as a child must face the chilling realization that her nightmares were not all in her head.
Rated PG-13 • 2002 • 1h 30m
They (2002) is a PG-13 psychological horror about a psychology graduate student (played by Laura Regan) confronting night terrors that may be supernatural. The rating reflects prolonged, darkly atmospheric terror and moderate violence — most notably on-screen creature attacks and an on-screen suicide/gunshot with brief blood spray — plus some brief sexual content and mild profanity. Parents should be aware of repeated scenes set in… Sign up for the full guide
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Is They appropriate for kids?
They (2002) is a PG-13 psychological horror about a psychology graduate student (played by Laura Regan) confronting night terrors that may be supernatural. The rating reflects prolonged, darkly atmospheric terror and moderate violence — most notably on-screen creature attacks… Read more — free account
Content severity in They
What happens in They, moment by moment
- 0:03 🔥 Mature Themes 6/10
- 0:08 ♥ Sex & Nudity 3/10
- 0:12 🍷 Substances 3/10
Sex and nudity in They
Mild and brief. There are three small scenes: a couple passionately kissing on a bed with a dress being unzipped (early), a woman in her underwear being inspected for an injury, and a split-second shot of a couple under sheets where a bare breast and buttock are visible. IMDb parents guide notes the nudity is brief and non-explicit.
Violence and gore in They
Moderate, mostly non-graphic but unsettling. Scenes include people attacked by creatures in near-total darkness, a woman slashing a man with a shard of glass (brief blood), and an on-screen suicide by gunshot that sprays blood across a nearby woman; a character also pulls a large splinter from a gash. IMDb parents guide specifically cites the gunshot and the glass slash as on-screen incidents.
Language in They
Mild. Occasional coarse language and a single explicit f-word utterance are reported; most other dialogue uses milder profanity. Expect a few brief curse words scattered through the film.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in They
Moderate presence. Characters smoke on camera several times and there's a bar scene with casual drinking; three men are shown intoxicated in a living-room scene. Alcohol and tobacco are depicted as part of social settings rather than glamorized use.
Mature themes in They
Strong and disturbing themes: childhood trauma, night terrors, fear of the dark, and suicide. The film plays directly on the terror of darkness and persistent nightmares, culminating in an on-screen suicide that is emotionally intense; these themes may be upsetting for viewers with similar histories.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is They appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests They is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. They (2002) is a PG-13 psychological horror about a psychology graduate student (played by Laura Regan) confronting night terrors that may be supernatural. The rating reflects prolonged, darkly atmospheric terror and…
What age rating does They have?
They is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is They about?
They (2002) is a PG-13 psychological horror about a psychology graduate student (played by Laura Regan) confronting night terrors that may be supernatural. The rating reflects prolonged, darkly atmospheric terror and moderate violence — most notably on-screen creature attacks and an on-screen suicide/gunshot with…
Is there sex or nudity in They?
Mild and brief. There are three small scenes: a couple passionately kissing on a bed with a dress being unzipped (early), a woman in her underwear being inspected for an injury, and a split-second shot of a couple under sheets where a bare breast and buttock…
How violent is They?
Moderate, mostly non-graphic but unsettling. Scenes include people attacked by creatures in near-total darkness, a woman slashing a man with a shard of glass (brief blood), and an on-screen suicide by gunshot that sprays blood across a nearby woman; a…
Is the language in They appropriate for kids?
Mild. Occasional coarse language and a single explicit f-word utterance are reported; most other dialogue uses milder profanity. Expect a few brief curse words scattered through the film.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in They?
Moderate presence. Characters smoke on camera several times and there's a bar scene with casual drinking; three men are shown intoxicated in a living-room scene. Alcohol and tobacco are depicted as part of social settings rather than glamorized use.
What mature themes appear in They?
Strong and disturbing themes: childhood trauma, night terrors, fear of the dark, and suicide. The film plays directly on the terror of darkness and persistent nightmares, culminating in an on-screen suicide that is emotionally intense; these themes may be…
How long is They?
They runs 90 minutes, directed by Robert Harmon, released in 2002.
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