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Is Venom safe for children?

PG-13 Science Fiction, Action Not recommended
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Content breakdown
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Not recommended
# Venom - Parental Guide This PG-13 action film features strong violence including intense fight scenes and graphic moments that may disturb younger children. While language and sexual content are mild, the overall tone is dark and aggressive. Best suited for mature teens 14+, not recommended for children under 13.
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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
2018
Rating
PG-13
Genre
Science Fiction, Action
Synopsis

Investigative journalist Eddie Brock attempts a comeback following a scandal, but accidentally becomes the host of Venom, a violent, super powerful alien symbiote. Soon, he must rely on his newfound powers to protect the world from a shadowy organization looking for a symbiote of their own.

Cast
Tom Hardy
Tom Hardy
Eddie Brock / Venom
Michelle Williams
Michelle Williams
Anne Weying
Riz Ahmed
Riz Ahmed
Carlton Drake / Riot
Scott Haze
Scott Haze
Security Chief Roland Treece
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
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Ratings based on MPAA/TV classification and TMDB metadata. Updated March 2026.
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