Z-O-M-B-I-E-S (2018) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Name: Z-O-M-B-I-E-S
Director: Paul Hoen
Released: 2018
Duration: 94 min
Rating: 7.3

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Two star-crossed freshmen – a zombie, Zed and a cheerleader, Addison – each outsiders in their unique ways, befriend each other and work together to show their high school and the Seabrook community what they can achieve when they embrace their differences.

Rated G • 2018 • 1h 34m

Directed by Paul Hoen

7.3

600+

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Z-O-M-B-I-E-S is a musical comedy set in the town of Seabrook, where human cheerleaders and zombies are forced to integrate at the local high school. The film centers on the friendship between a zombie named Zed and a human named Addison, exploring themes of prejudice and social exclusion in a lighthearted, G-rated format. Parents should be aware of minor comic conflict and some stylized "zombie" imagery that may prove mildly intense… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Meg Donnelly

Milo Manheim

Trevor Tordjman

Kylee Russell

Carla Jeffery

Kingston Foster

James Godfrey

Naomi Snieckus

Jonathan Langdon

Paul Hopkins

Marie Ward

Tony Nappo

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Is Z-O-M-B-I-E-S appropriate for kids?

Content severity in Z-O-M-B-I-E-S

Sex Mild 2/10

Violence Mild 2/10

Language None 0/10

Substances None 0/10

Themes Mild 2/10

What happens in Z-O-M-B-I-E-S, moment by moment

0:12 ⚔ Violence & Gore 2/10
0:22 🔥 Mature Themes 2/10
0:35 ⚔ Violence & Gore 2/10

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Sex and nudity in Z-O-M-B-I-E-S

There is no sexual content in the film. Two characters share a brief, romantic moment where they come close to kissing, but they are interrupted before it happens. Female cheerleaders wear standard-issue, short-skirted uniforms throughout the school scenes.

Violence and gore in Z-O-M-B-I-E-S

Violence is limited to very mild, slapstick-style comedy, such as playful shoves or comic-book style tussles. There is no gore or blood, and while one character mentions a past injury involving a zombie bite, it is never shown on screen.

Language in Z-O-M-B-I-E-S

There is no profanity in the film.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Z-O-M-B-I-E-S

There is no substance use in the film.

Mature themes in Z-O-M-B-I-E-S

The film deals with social prejudice, segregation, and the pressure to conform, using zombies as an allegory for outsiders. These themes are handled in a musical format suitable for school-aged audiences, focusing on acceptance and friendship.

Scary moments in Z-O-M-B-I-E-S

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Z-O-M-B-I-E-S yet. Because this title is recommended for younger kids, sign up to get community-flagged jump scares, tense scenes, and startling imagery as parents submit them.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Z-O-M-B-I-E-S appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Z-O-M-B-I-E-S is best for ages 6+. It's rated G. Z-O-M-B-I-E-S is a musical comedy set in the town of Seabrook, where human cheerleaders and zombies are forced to integrate at the local high school. The film centers on the friendship between a zombie named Zed and a…

What age rating does Z-O-M-B-I-E-S have?

Z-O-M-B-I-E-S is officially rated G. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 6+.

What is Z-O-M-B-I-E-S about?

Is there sex or nudity in Z-O-M-B-I-E-S?

How violent is Z-O-M-B-I-E-S?

Is the language in Z-O-M-B-I-E-S appropriate for kids?

There is no profanity in the film.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Z-O-M-B-I-E-S?

There is no substance use in the film.

What mature themes appear in Z-O-M-B-I-E-S?

How long is Z-O-M-B-I-E-S?

Z-O-M-B-I-E-S runs 94 minutes, directed by Paul Hoen, released in 2018.