Is Twisters appropriate for children?

"Twisters" is a PG-13 action thriller with strong violence including intense storm sequences and dangerous situations that may frighten younger children. Language and sexual content are mild, but the frequent action scenes and scary tornado imagery make it better suited for teenagers than younger children.

What age is Twisters suitable for?

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

Is Twisters safe for children? | ScreenWise Parent Guide

Content breakdown

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Violence

Strong

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Language / Profanity

Mild

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Sexual Content

Mild

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Horror / Scary

Mild

About this movie

Type

Movie

Released

2024

Rating

PG-13

Genre

Action, Thriller

Synopsis

As storm season intensifies, the paths of former storm chaser Kate Carter and reckless social-media superstar Tyler Owens collide when terrifying phenomena never seen before are unleashed. The pair and their competing teams find themselves squarely in the paths of multiple storm systems converging over central Oklahoma in the fight of their lives.

Cast

Daisy Edgar-Jones

Kate

Glen Powell

Tyler

Anthony Ramos

Javi

Brandon Perea

Boone

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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