Kontrabida Academy is a 2025 Filipino comedy-drama film written and directed by Chris Martinez. It stars Eugene Domingo, Barbie Forteza, and Jameson Blake, with Michael De Mesa, Ysabel Ortega, Xyriel Manabat, Carmina Villarroel, and Yasser Marta in supporting roles.
The story follows a restaurant worker magically transported into a “school for on-screen villains,” where she learns to fight back against bullies—without turning into one herself. The film is an original Netflix release, streaming worldwide on September 11, 2025.
Kontrabida Academy Age Rating
Kontrabida Academy is rated TV-14 on Netflix in the U.S., 12 in the U.K., and 13+ (U/A 13+) in many Asian regions, including the Philippines and India. These labels indicate content suitable for teens with guidance.
The film leans comedic with stylized mischief, light peril, and bullying-theme payback, rather than graphic intensity. Expect satirical “villain school” gags, a revenge-lesson arc, and positive takeaways about empathy.
Violence & Peril
- Level: Mild to moderate, comic in tone.
- Details: Slapstick scuffles, “training” mishaps, and prank-style comeuppance. No gore is suggested in official promos. Tension comes from humiliation, rivalry, and power plays.
Language
- Level: Mild to moderate teen language.
- Details: Some sharp retorts and insults tied to bullying scenes; no strong profanities highlighted in official materials. (Regional subtitles may translate slang differently.)
Mature Themes
- Topics: Bullying, harassment, revenge vs. ethics, and media stereotypes of “villains.”
- Sex/Nudity: Not emphasized in marketing.
- Substances: No alcohol/drug focus in the trailer.
- Tone: Satirical lesson about choosing better paths than payback.
Is Kontrabida Academy Suitable for Teens?
- Ages 8–11: With Guidance. Slapstick peril and bullying themes may upset sensitive viewers. Discuss feelings and boundaries.
- Ages 12–14: Yes. Teen-friendly tone, clear moral framing, and minimal intensity make it suitable.
- Ages 15+: Yes. Light comic peril with an anti-bullying message.
Final recommendation: Best for ages 12+, younger kids only with guidance.
What Parents Can Do
- Prep for bullying themes: Talk about real-life ways to respond to bullying that don’t mirror “revenge.”
- Spot the satire: Explain how “villain school” pokes fun at TV tropes, not real behavior.
- Debrief after: Ask which character made the most ethical choices and why.
Official Trailer
FAQs
1) What is the age rating for Kontrabida Academy?
Netflix lists TV-14 (U.S.), 12 (U.K.), and 13+ in several regions.
2) Is it appropriate for kids and younger teens?
Generally yes for 12+. Younger kids need guidance due to bullying and mild comic peril.
3) How violent or scary is it?
Violence is mostly slapstick and situational. No gore is suggested in official promos.
4) Does it include strong language or slurs?
Marketing does not highlight strong profanity. Expect some snark and insults linked to bullying.
5) Is there sexual content or nudity?
Not featured in the trailer or official summaries. Romance is not a focus.
6) Where can I watch it, and when?
On Netflix starting September 11, 2025 (runtime about 1h 47m).