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Is The Nun II OK for Kids?

Horror
17+
R⭐ 5.6 / 102023 · 1h 50m
Michael Chaves

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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 The Nun II yet — the summaries below are from our earlier read-through. Check back soon.

🗡️Violence
Extreme▼
  • A young girl is gored through the chest by goat horns, and there are dead bodies shown lying in huge pools of blood
  • A woman is stabbed in the eyes (shown from side view, not fully graphic)
  • A man punches a woman against a wall, then grabs her and repeatedly bashes her head against concrete
  • A priest is raised into the air, set on fire, and burned to death in front of a terrified altar boy
  • A possessed man's bones snap and grind as his body contorts, and a teen girl's neck snaps with blood gushing to the floor
💬Language
Mild▼
  • Limited to 'b**ch,' 'Jesus Christ' as an exclamation, and 'bloody hell'
  • Contains 4 mild obscenities and 6 religious exclamations including misuse of Jesus Christ's name
  • No sexual language or slurs directed at minorities
👻Scary Scenes
Extreme▼
  • A dead woman grabs a teen's head and cockroaches pour out of her mouth
  • Young girls are thrown around rooms by unseen demonic forces
  • The movie is riddled with jump scares throughout
  • A demonic goat-man creature chases and threatens children
  • Features creepy sound effects, nightmare sequences, and photos of dead bodies
💕Romance
Very Mild▼
  • Contains a dancing sequence and a hug
  • Maurice shows mild romantic interest in teacher Kate at the boarding school
  • No sexual content, nudity, or sexual dialogue
🍺Substances
Very Mild▼
  • People drink wine in religious communion service, and a young woman smokes a cigarette
  • Communion wine is used in religious context and wine barrels explode dramatically
  • Substance use is not glorified and appears in religious/period context
⚡Stimulation
Extreme▼
  • Overuses jump scare tactics throughout, creating sudden jolts of fright
  • Features loud, scary sound effects and sudden audio spikes
  • Intense sequences include collapsing towers, falling statues, and chaotic demonic attacks
The Nun II — Heads Up for Parents

Despite the R rating, many parents won't expect the graphic violence toward children, including a young girl being gored through the chest and children being terrorized by demonic creatures.

About The Nun II

Set in 1956 France, this horror sequel follows Sister Irene as she investigates a series of murders across Europe attributed to the demon Valak, the same evil entity that appeared as a demonic nun in the first film. The demon has been possessing Maurice and targeting a Catholic boarding school where he works. This is a supernatural horror film with heavy Gothic atmosphere, demonic possession themes, and intense frightening sequences.

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Watch with your child
The film features young girls in extreme peril, graphic violence, and intensely frightening supernatural content that requires adult guidance and discussion.

Family Takeaways from The Nun II

What it gets right

  • ✓Strong Christian themes about the power of faith and Jesus Christ's blood to overcome evil
  • ✓Sister Debra demonstrates loyalty and courage by joining Sister Irene's dangerous mission to protect others
  • ✓Characters experience genuine spiritual growth and find faith through witnessing miracles

The Nun II Cultural & Values Guide

Cultural & Values Guide

Faith & Religion
●Christian themes

The entire plot centers on Sister Irene's faith journey as a Catholic nun confronting demonic evil. Prayer, religious devotion, and the power of Christian faith against supernatural forces are the core elements driving the narrative.

Community Notes

  • Some Christian viewers may be concerned about the blasphemous portrayal of a nun as demonic, though the film ultimately affirms faith
  • Catholic audiences have generally responded positively to the film's portrayal of their faith as powerful against evil
Cast:Taissa FarmigaAnna PopplewellJonas BloquetStorm ReidKatelyn Rose Downey

Is The Nun II Appropriate for Your Child's Age?

✗Age 5: Not recommended for 5-year-olds
✗Age 8: Not recommended for 8-year-olds
✗Age 10: Not recommended for 10-year-olds
✗Age 12: Not recommended for 12-year-olds
✗Age 13: Not recommended for 13-year-olds
✗Age 15: Not recommended for 15-year-olds
✓Age 17: Generally appropriate for 17-year-olds

Individual children may vary — use your judgment.

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