Is Cold Storage appropriate for children?

# Cold Storage - Parental Guide This R-rated sci-fi horror film contains strong violence, language, and scary imagery involving a deadly fungal outbreak. With graphic horror sequences and mature content throughout, it's best suited for older teens and adults who enjoy intense creature features, not younger children.

What age is Cold Storage suitable for?

Our verdict for Cold Storage is: Not recommended. See the age grid on this page for specific recommendations by age group.

Is Cold Storage safe for children? | ScreenWise Parent Guide

Content breakdown

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Violence

Strong

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Language / Profanity

Strong

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Sexual Content

Moderate

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Horror / Scary

Strong

About this movie

Type

Movie

Released

2026

Rating

Genre

Horror, Science Fiction, Comedy

Synopsis

When a mutating, highly contagious fungus escapes a sealed facility, two employees – joined by a grizzled bioterror operative – must survive the wildest night shift ever to save humanity from extinction.

Cast

Joe Keery

Travis 'Teacake' Meacham

Georgina Campbell

Naomi Williams

Liam Neeson

Robert Quinn

Lesley Manville

Trini Romano

Full cast on IMDb ›

Age suitability

Under 6

Not yet

Ages 6–8

Not recommended

Ages 9–12

Not recommended

Ages 13+

Not recommended

Where to watch

🎬 Find on Amazon

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Ratings based on MPAA/TV classification and TMDB metadata. Updated March 2026.
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