What Is Netflix's Missing Rated? What Parents Should Know Before Letting Their Kids Watch

In January 2023, a new technology-themed thriller called "Missing" landed in theaters. It's an anthology sequel to 2018's "Searching" where someone goes missing, and it's up to a loved one to track them down, with all the shots coming from some sort of technology, whether it's a computer or phone screen. "Missing" did well at the box office, earning $48 million worldwide, so hopefully, it's not the last time one of these kinds of movies gets made. And now that the film's on Netflix, even more people can check it out. 

However, the movie going on Netflix means it's easier for kids and teens to watch, so parents need to be mindful. 18-year-old Grace Allen (Storm Reid) may be at the center of the story, but there are elements of this film that may make it inappropriate for younger kids to view. After all, "Missing" is rated PG-13 for "strong violence, language, teen drinking, and thematic material." This definitely makes it tamer than the similar film "Unfriended." But with that in mind, your child should be at least 13 years old to watch "Missing," but what exactly is in the film that could upset younger viewers?

"Missing" is a PG-13 thriller, not necessarily a horror film, so there's definitely less of a worry about there being blood and gore. However, there still may be scenes parents don't agree with. Toward the beginning of the movie, there are various sequences of teenagers partying and drinking. But the real issue parents will likely have comes down to violence.

There are several violent moments throughout the film, including a scene where a man is shot (although the camera pans away before the audience sees anything bloody). There's also domestic violence, which may be tough for some viewers to watch. Still, it likely isn't anything a 13-year-old, or even a 12-year-old, could handle. One reviewer on Common Sense Media even wrote, "The domestic abuse story shook me up personally, and that is the only part I'm hesitant about. Beyond that, it doesn't have much blood or gore and the violence isn't too prominent."

There's no nudity or any real sexual content in "Missing" except for a relatively tame "sexy" photo June finds online. All things considered, the film is firmly within the PG-13 camp, with most teens probably getting a kick out of all the twists and turns, with the ending of "Missing" likely leaving a few jaws on the floor. Parents know what's best for their kids, and if they're so inclined, they can watch "Missing" with them, now playing on Netflix.