MOVIE · 2026 · R
Clayface
Not appropriate for the listed range — here's why.
- 17+
- Youngest OK
- 17–17
- Best for ages
- 0
- Parent reviews
DC Studios' Clayface is an R-rated body-horror thriller about an actor whose face and body begin turning to clay. It is rated R for strong bloody violence and gore, so it is not a kid-friendly superhero movie.
What parents need to know
- This is a pre-release guide: the film opens October 23, 2026, and a full scene-level breakdown will be added after release.
- The MPA rated it R for strong bloody violence, gore, language, some nudity and brief drug use. Viewers under 17 need a parent or adult guardian to be admitted.
- It is a horror and psychological thriller about a man's body breaking down, and trailer coverage describes it as body horror. It is not a family superhero adventure.
- The studio synopsis centers on a disfigured actor, an experimental treatment, and a descent into vengeance.
- Drug use is cited as brief, and the plot also revolves around an experimental medical treatment.
- Nudity is described by the MPA as some; the context has not been published yet.
- The release was moved from September 11 to October 23, 2026.
Content breakdown
0 none · 5 a lot- Violence & scares
- Sex & nudity
- Some
- Language
- A lot
- Drinking / drugs
- Some
- Mature themes
- Heavy
- Mental-health weight
- None
- Consumerism
- None
Severe
Some
Moderate
Some
Strong
Not present
Not present
What's the story?
Matt Hagen is a rising Hollywood leading man who is badly disfigured after an attack by mobsters. Abandoned and desperate, he volunteers for an experimental treatment from a fringe scientist, Dr. Corr, that seems to restore him. But his body begins to lose its structure and his face starts behaving like clay, pushing him toward revenge. The studio says the film explores identity, humanity, corrosive love and the dangers of scientific ambition.
Is it any good?
Talk to your kids about…
Conversation starters for after watching together.
- Why do horror stories so often use physical transformation as the source of fear?
- The studio says the film explores identity and what makes someone human. What defines a person when their appearance changes?
- The synopsis describes a character driven by revenge and ambition. How do stories show the cost of those choices?
- What is the difference between a superhero movie and a horror movie that happens to use a comic-book character, and how should that change how we choose what to watch?
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What age is Clayface appropriate for?
Clayface is rated by FamScoop for ages 17+. An R-rated body-horror thriller, not a kid-friendly superhero film. Treat it as 17 and up; we will add scene details after it opens October 23.
Is Clayface OK for a 17-year-old?
No — FamScoop's verdict is Skip or wait. It's not appropriate for the listed age range. The youngest age FamScoop recommends is 17.
What is Clayface rated?
Clayface is rated R.
When did Clayface come out?
Clayface was released in 2026.
How violent or scary is Clayface?
Violence and scares are rated severe. Intense and/or graphic. Use caution.
Is there bad language in Clayface?
Language is moderate. Recurring throughout. Watch with younger kids.
Is there sex or nudity in Clayface?
Sex and nudity are some. A few notable moments, mostly off-screen.
Is there drinking, drugs, or smoking in Clayface?
Drinking/drugs content is some. A few notable moments, mostly off-screen.
Where can I watch Clayface?
Clayface is currently available on U.S. theaters (opens October 23, 2026).
What do parents need to know about Clayface?
This is a pre-release guide: the film opens October 23, 2026, and a full scene-level breakdown will be added after release.
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