MOVIE · 2026 · R
Other Mommy
Not appropriate for the listed range — here's why.
- 17+
- Youngest OK
- 17–17
- Best for ages
- 0
- Parent reviews
Jessica Chastain plays both a mother and the sinister double haunting her 8-year-old daughter in this R-rated Blumhouse and James Wan horror. A child hero does not make it a family movie; it is for adults and mature older teens.
What parents need to know
- This is a pre-release guide: the film opens October 9, 2026, and a full scene-level breakdown will be added after release.
- The MPA rated it R for some bloody violence and language. Viewers under 17 need a parent or adult guardian to be admitted.
- The studio synopsis centers on an 8-year-old girl menaced by a sinister entity that looks and sounds just like her mother, so a child in danger is the heart of the story.
- It is supernatural horror from Blumhouse and Atomic Monster (James Wan producing), directed by Rob Savage, whose earlier horror films include Host and The Boogeyman.
- Director Rob Savage has reportedly promised about 50 jump scares, so expect a loud, startling theater experience.
- Family conflict is part of the setup: the girl's parents' marriage is already strained, according to the studio synopsis.
- The MPA descriptor does not list sexual content or drug use among its reasons; we will confirm after release.
Content breakdown
0 none · 5 a lot- Violence & scares
- Heavy
- Sex & nudity
- None
- Language
- A lot
- Drinking / drugs
- None
- Mature themes
- A lot
- Mental-health weight
- None
- Consumerism
- None
Strong
Not present
Moderate
Not present
Moderate
Not present
Not present
What's the story?
In this supernatural horror film, an 8-year-old girl named Bela lives in a home already strained by her parents' marital troubles. At night, a sinister figure that looks and sounds just like her mother emerges from her bedroom closet and keeps asking to enter her heart. Bela calls it 'Other Mommy.' As she refuses, the presence becomes more dangerous to her whole family. The film is adapted from Josh Malerman's 2024 novel Incidents Around the House.
Is it any good?
Talk to your kids about…
Conversation starters for after watching together.
- Why is a double of a parent such a powerful scary idea in a story?
- What is the difference between a movie being scary and a movie being too much? How do you know your own limit?
- If you were deciding whether a teen should see an R-rated horror film, what information would you want first (the rating reason, reviews, the trailer)?
- How do horror stories use a family's troubles to make a haunting feel more personal?
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What age is Other Mommy appropriate for?
Other Mommy is rated by FamScoop for ages 17+. R-rated supernatural horror built around a child in danger, so it is not for kids or tweens. Treat it as adults and mature teens 17 and up; we will add scene details after it opens October 9.
Is Other Mommy 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 Other Mommy rated?
Other Mommy is rated R.
When did Other Mommy come out?
Other Mommy was released in 2026.
How violent or scary is Other Mommy?
Violence and scares are rated strong. Substantial. Preview before sharing.
Is there bad language in Other Mommy?
Language is moderate. Recurring throughout. Watch with younger kids.
Is there sex or nudity in Other Mommy?
Sex and nudity are not present. Nothing to flag.
Where can I watch Other Mommy?
Other Mommy is currently available on U.S. theaters (opens October 9, 2026).
What do parents need to know about Other Mommy?
This is a pre-release guide: the film opens October 9, 2026, and a full scene-level breakdown will be added after release.
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