What age is Smile 2 appropriate for?

Smile 2 is rated R and PopcornCheck recommends it for ages 18+, based on reading the actual screenplay. Contains extremely graphic violence including characters violently killing themselves in horrific ways, over 130 f-words, and disturbing imagery that could cause serious psychological harm to minors.

Does Smile 2 have swearing or bad language?

Smile 2 has Extreme language. The f-word is used over 130 times throughout the film

Smile 2 has Extreme violence. Character repeatedly smashes his own face with a dumbbell until he dies, shown in graphic detail

Is Smile 2 scary for children?

Smile 2 has Extreme scary scenes. Demonic entity forces people to see terrifying visions and hallucinations before death

What is the parents guide for Smile 2?

Smile 2 (2024) is rated R. PopcornCheck recommends it for ages 18+. Violence: Extreme. Language: Extreme. Scary scenes: Extreme. Romance: Very Mild. Substances: Moderate. Watch recommendation: Required viewing with parent — Extremely graphic violence and disturbing themes around suicide and self-harm require mature discussion and emotional support

Is Smile 2 OK for Kids?

Name: Smile 2
Director: Parker Finn
Genre: Horror, Music, Mystery, Thriller
Released: 2024
Duration: 127 min
Cast: Naomi Scott, Rosemarie DeWitt, Lukas Gage, Miles Gutierrez-Riley, Peter Jacobson

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18+

R⭐ 6.7 / 102024 · 2h 7m

Parker Finn

Where to Watch

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What's In It

Based on the actual screenplay

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We're re-reading this screenplay with our upgraded analysis. Scene-by-scene moment counts aren't available for Smile 2 yet — the summaries below are from our earlier read-through. Check back soon.

🗡️Violence

Extreme▼

Character repeatedly smashes his own face with a dumbbell until he dies, shown in graphic detail
Character stabs another man repeatedly with gore pouring out, blood spurts and spatters throughout
Multiple graphic self-harm scenes including face-ripping with crowbar, stabbing self in neck/eye with mirror shard, ripping open stomach to release monster
Character violently run over by vehicle with severed limbs and blood trail visible on road
Woman covered in blood with eye gouged out, thumbs bitten off, broken bone protruding from leg

💬Language

Extreme▼

The f-word is used over 130 times throughout the film
Frequent use of s**t, motherf****r, a**hole, c**t, godda**, b**ch
Sexual language including c**t used as an insult between characters
Exclamatory use of Jesus and Christ, middle finger gestures shown

👻Scary Scenes

Extreme▼

Demonic entity forces people to see terrifying visions and hallucinations before death
Multiple jump scares throughout, particularly when characters suddenly appear with sinister smiles
Sustained psychological terror as protagonist's reality becomes increasingly distorted
Grotesque monster imagery including large creature crawling out of character's stomach
Scenes designed to cause claustrophobia and paranoia, particularly the opening single-shot sequence

💕Romance

Very Mild▼

Brief references to past romantic relationship between Skye and deceased boyfriend Paul
Fully naked man visible in shadows with some detail vaguely visible
Some sex-related dialogue but no explicit sexual content or intimate scenes shown

🍺Substances

Moderate▼

Main character is recovering from drug addiction and struggles with prescription pain medication
Characters shown snorting cocaine, dealer character sells various drugs
Substance abuse portrayed as destructive with serious consequences including fatal car crash
Pain medication dependency shown as result of physical injuries and trauma

⚡Stimulation

Extreme▼

Opening sequence is a single unbroken shot designed to create oppressive, suffocating anxiety
Frequent sudden loud sounds and jump scares that cause sensory spikes
Bright flashing strobe lights during concert and rehearsal scenes
Rapid editing and disorienting camera work during hallucination sequences create overwhelming chaos

Smile 2 — Heads Up for Parents

Despite being rated R, the level of graphic self-harm and suicide depicted goes far beyond typical horror violence and includes extremely disturbing imagery of characters mutilating themselves.

About Smile 2

A psychological horror sequel following pop star Skye Riley as she's haunted by a demonic entity that forces victims to kill themselves in front of witnesses, spreading like a curse. Set against the backdrop of celebrity culture and fame pressures, the film explores trauma, addiction recovery, and mental health through increasingly disturbing supernatural events.

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Watch with your child

Extremely graphic violence and disturbing themes around suicide and self-harm require mature discussion and emotional support

Family Takeaways from Smile 2

What it gets right

✓Thoughtfully explores the pressures of celebrity culture and how fame can become a prison
✓Shows addiction recovery as an ongoing struggle rather than a simple cure
✓Demonstrates the importance of authentic friendships and support systems during difficult times

Smile 2 Cultural & Values Guide

Cultural & Values Guide

Faith & Religion

●Religious mockery depicted

The film explicitly mocks Christian faith through scenes where the demon forces Skye to blaspheme and desecrate religious symbols. Prayer and religious imagery are consistently undermined and turned into sources of horror rather than comfort.

Community Notes

Mental health advocates have raised concerns about the graphic depiction of suicide and self-harm
Some horror critics note the film's intense violence may be excessive even for the genre

Cast:Naomi ScottRosemarie DeWittLukas GageMiles Gutierrez-RileyPeter Jacobson