Kid Reviews of Poltergeist

Movie PG 1982 114 minutes
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Kids Say

age 11+

Based on 244 kid reviews

Kids say the film is a classic introduction to the horror genre for younger audiences, with many reviews noting it combines mild scares with positive messages about family. However, parents should be aware of some graphic scenes and language, making it more suitable for tweens and older kids, particularly those who can handle jump scares and the concept of ghosts.

  • family themes
  • mild scares
  • graphic scenes
  • appropriate for tweens
  • first horror movie
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