Is Misdirection appropriate for children?

# Misdirection - Parental Guide This intense thriller follows criminals caught in a dangerous situation with a victim who turns the tables on them. Strong violence throughout makes it unsuitable for children, though it contains no language or sexual content. The moderate scares and gritty cat-and-mouse plot are best suited for mature teens and adults.

What age is Misdirection suitable for?

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

Is Misdirection safe for children? | ScreenWise Parent Guide

Content breakdown

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Violence

Strong

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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

2026

Rating

Genre

Horror, Thriller

Synopsis

A desperate couple have pulled off a string of high-end break-ins to pay off a mob debt. When they attempt to rob their latest victim, they find themselves caught in a deadly game of cat and mouse. The tables are turned and the hunters become the hunted.

Cast

Olga Kurylenko

Sara Black

Frank Grillo

David Blume

Oliver Trevena

Jason Wright

Landa Morland

Julie Smalles

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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