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HorrorThrillerDrama
17+R
2017·2h 15m·Andy Muschietti·New Line Cinema·● Script read & verified
A horror film about a demonic clown named Pennywise who preys on children in the town of Derry. The story follows young Georgie who encounters...
Watch with your child — Extremely disturbing content involving child murder requires mature discussion and emotional support
Heads Up for Parents
The child murder scene is extremely graphic and disturbing, going far beyond typical horror movie violence
What's In It
Violence
Extreme▸
Language
Very Mild▸
Scary
Extreme▸
Romance
None▸
Substances
None▸
Stimulation
Extreme▸
Cultural & Values Guide
Values & Themes
●Traditional family values
The entire narrative centers on children coming together to protect each other when adults fail them, with Bill's determination to save his little brother Georgie driving the core emotional journey. The Losers Club functions as a protective family unit where loyalty and sacrifice for each other becomes their strength against evil.
Community Notes
- Child advocacy groups have raised concerns about the graphic nature of violence against children
Family Takeaways
What it gets right
- ✓Shows strong brotherly bond between Will and George
- ✓Depicts parental care and family connection
Cast:Jaeden MartellJeremy Ray TaylorSophia LillisFinn WolfhardChosen Jacobs