Is Prey appropriate for children?

# Prey - Parental Guide **Prey** is an R-rated action thriller following a Comanche warrior battling an alien predator. It contains strong violence and language, with moderate sexual content and scary moments. This film is best suited for mature teens and adults, not recommended for younger children due to its intensity and graphic content.

What age is Prey suitable for?

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

Is Prey 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

Moderate

About this movie

Type

Movie

Released

2022

Rating

Genre

Thriller, Action, Science Fiction

Synopsis

When danger threatens her camp, the fierce and highly skilled Comanche warrior Naru sets out to protect her people. But the prey she stalks turns out to be a highly evolved alien predator with a technically advanced arsenal.

Cast

Amber Midthunder

Naru

Dakota Beavers

Taabe

Michelle Thrush

Aruka

Stormee Kipp

Wasape

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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