Faces of Death is a 2026 American psychological horror thriller that reimagines the notorious 1978 cult title for a digital-age audience.
The film is directed by Daniel Goldhaber and written by Goldhaber, Isa Mazzei, and Tinker Lindsay. The cast includes Barbie Ferreira, Dacre Montgomery, and musician Charli XCX in her acting debut.
The story follows a content moderator who uncovers a disturbing collection of online videos recreating violent deaths linked to the original film. As her investigation deepens, the boundary between staged internet fiction and real-world horror begins to collapse.
Unlike the original’s shock-documentary approach, this version is fully scripted and framed as a tense, modern thriller. The film is scheduled for theatrical release on April 10, 2026, with distribution handled by Shudder.
Faces of Death Age Rating
Faces of Death is officially rated R by the MPAA for strong bloody violence and gore, sexual content, nudity, language, and drug use. This rating reflects sustained and graphic adult material throughout the film. In the United States, viewers under 17 must be accompanied by a parent or adult guardian in theaters. The overall tone is intentionally disturbing, with prolonged sequences designed to unsettle mature audiences rather than provide traditional horror thrills.
Violence & Peril
Violence in the film is extreme and central to the narrative. The movie features graphic depictions of death, simulated snuff-style footage, and realistic portrayals of fatal accidents and deliberate harm. Bloodshed is frequent and explicit, with lingering shots intended to shock and disturb. The atmosphere is oppressive and psychologically intense, making the violence feel relentless rather than brief or stylized.
Language
Strong language is used consistently throughout the film. Profanity includes frequent use of the “F-word” and other harsh expressions. The dialogue reflects a high-stress environment and often carries an aggressive or disturbing tone. There are no attempts to soften or censor the language.
Mature Themes
The film explores heavy themes such as digital trauma, voyeurism, internet exploitation, and moral detachment in online spaces. Sexual content is explicit, including full-frontal nudity and graphic sexual situations. Drug use is shown, including recreational substances and smoking, often portrayed as coping mechanisms for psychological stress. These elements are presented in a bleak and unsettling context.
Is it suitable for 13 years old?
No. Faces of Death is not suitable for 13-year-olds. Even for young horror fans, the combination of realistic gore and sexual content makes it inappropriate for a middle-school audience. The themes of digital trauma and extreme violence are designed to be intentionally upsetting and are better suited for mature audiences (17+).
What parents can do
Check the Trailer: Watch the official teaser (be aware it is age-restricted on most platforms) to gauge the visual intensity.
Discuss Content Moderation: Since the film deals with the real-world psychological toll of filtering internet content, use it as a talking point with older teens about digital safety and the impact of viral violence.
Read Reviews: Before taking an older teenager, check detailed reviews on sites like ageratingjuju.com to see exactly how graphic the “snuff” recreations are.
Official Trailer
(Official trailer will be updated here when released.)
FAQs
Q: What is the age rating for Faces of Death (2026)?
A: The film is Rated R by the MPAA for strong bloody violence and gore, sexual content, nudity, language, and drug use.
Q: Is Faces of Death appropriate for kids or teens?
A: No. The film is not suitable for children or teens due to extreme violence and explicit adult content.
Q: Are there scary or disturbing scenes?
A: Yes. The entire film is built around graphic and disturbing imagery meant to unsettle viewers.
Q: Does the movie contain strong language or slurs?
A: Yes. There is frequent strong profanity throughout the film.
Q: Is there sexual content or nudity?
A: Yes. The film includes explicit sexual situations and full-frontal nudity.
Q: Where can parents watch Faces of Death?
A: The film will be released in theaters on April 10, 2026, followed by streaming availability on Shudder.