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Shazam! Fury of the Gods

age 12+

Funny superhero sequel has action violence, language.

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Outer Banks

age 15+

Slick teen mystery drama series is an edgy guilty pleasure.

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Grand Theft Auto V (2022)

age 18+

Crime, violence, sex, drugs, and alcohol = not for kids.

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Grand Theft Auto V (2022)

age 18+

Crime, violence, sex, drugs, and alcohol = not for kids.

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Scream VI

age 16+

Dense, extra-brutal slasher sequel has strong characters.

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School of Magical Animals

age 6+
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The Lost King

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age 11+
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