Is Ghost Stories appropriate for children?

# Ghost Stories – Parental Guide "Ghost Stories" is an unrated horror film with moderate scares and some violence, but no bad language or sexual content. The ghost-themed plot may frighten younger children, though older teens might handle it better. Consider your child's tolerance for suspense and jump scares before viewing.

What age is Ghost Stories suitable for?

Our verdict for Ghost Stories is: Use caution. See the age grid on this page for specific recommendations by age group.

Is Ghost Stories safe for children? | ScreenWise Parent Guide

Content breakdown

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Violence

Moderate

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Language / Profanity

None

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Sexual Content

None

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Horror / Scary

Moderate

About this movie

Type

Movie

Released

1982

Rating

Genre

Horror

Cast

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Jiang Lingling

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Ai Ting

Chu Hui-Te

Kao Wen-Song

Full cast on IMDb ›

Age suitability

Under 6

Not yet

Ages 6–8

Not recommended

Ages 9–12

With parent

Ages 13+

Yes

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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