Is Legion appropriate for children?

# Legion - Parental Guide **Legion is not appropriate for children.** This R-rated action-horror film contains intense violence, strong language, and disturbing imagery as angels attack humanity at a desert diner. The dark theological themes and graphic content make it suitable only for mature teens and adults who enjoy intense horror.

What age is Legion suitable for?

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

Is Legion 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

2010

Rating

Genre

Action, Fantasy, Horror

Synopsis

When God loses faith in humankind, he sends his legion of angels to bring on the Apocalypse. Humanity's only hope for survival lies in a group of strangers trapped in an out-of-the-way, desert diner with the Archangel Michael.

Cast

Paul Bettany

Michael

Dennis Quaid

Bob Hanson

Lucas Black

Jeep Hanson

Kate Walsh

Sandra Anderson

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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