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r/horror on Reddit: Good horror for 12-13 yr old who hasn’t seen much horror yet?
September 10, 2023 -

He’s pretty mature, not that flappable, and pretty cynical about anything that’s too dated. He’s also probably past stuff like Gremlins, Are You Afraid of the Dark, Goosebumps level stuff, but maybe not.

I watched The Thing around this age and it definitely scared me somewhat shitless, but in a fond memory sort of way.

Thoughts?

ETA: y’all are awesome. Movies for days here. We watched Human Centipede 2 after multiple recommendations here and it was a hit with the whole family.

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Letterboxd
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Terror for Tweens: twenty PG-13 horror gateway movies • Journal • A Letterboxd Magazine
October 16, 2025 - I’ve also tried to stay true to the “PG-13” rating, which came into use in 1984, so that’s why there’s no “PG” horror like Poltergeist (although if ever a film needed a re-rating…), nor are there classics like Universal Monsters. I’ve found that younger viewers first tend towards recent releases, so naturally my first recommendation involves video cassettes. ... It’s a lot to drop anyone straight into Japanese horror, let alone a child, but a good entry point for some serious scares (and one of the library’s most popular choices) is Gore Verbinski’s The Ring.
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Good horror for 12-13 yr old who hasn’t seen much horror yet?
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Horror movie age ratings: 13 - 14
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35+ MORE Kid & Tween-Friendly Horror Films - HorrorFam.com
October 17, 2025 - Want to introduce your kids to horror? Here are 35+ of the best horror movies for kids and horror movies for tweens!
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20 Kid/Tween-Friendly Horror Flicks - HorrorFam.com
October 10, 2025 - Christi Bandy shares 20 kid and tween-friendly horror movies your entire family can enjoy. You may recognize a few classics from your OWN spooky childhood!
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8 PG-13 Horror Movies That Are Actually Good
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What are 5 good horror movies for a movie night with my 14 year old son that loves scary movies? - Quora
Answer (1 of 11): There’s so many ways to answer this. partially it depends on the tastes of the 14yo, partially it depends on what you and he are comfortable watching. Plus horror is very like comedy, as in it’s very much a matter of personal taste. What one person finds deeply creepy, ...
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The Best PG-13 Horror Movies to Watch with Your Kids
February 24, 2025 - Close the TV now!—the classic parental battle cry when a horror movie sneaks onto the screen. But let’s be real: your 13-year-old is going to watch horror eventually. Would you rather they start with a solid, fun, PG-13 classic… or scar themselves for life with The Exorcist at a sleepover?
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The 20 Best Scary Movies for 13-Year-Olds, Ranked By Parents
October 15, 2025 - Over 200 filmgoers have voted on the 20 Best Scary Movies for 13-Year-Olds, Ranked By Parents. Current Top 3: Poltergeist, Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark, ...
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My 13 year old daughter wants to watch a scary Halloween movie this year. What is your favorite Halloween movie that would be appropriate for her age? - Quora
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Scary (But Not-Too-Scary) Movies For Teens and Tweens In 2025
October 31, 2025 - So this year, I’m branching out and introducing my tweens and teens to a few scary but not too scary Halloween movies. Coolest. Mom. Ever. My daughter hopes to make a quick round of trick-or-treating through the neighborhood, then wants to have friends over for some mild scares. Here’s a list of scary movies that aren’t too scary for kids. Think PG-13 horror movies; some you can find on Netflix, and some you’ll want to rent or buy on Amazon with the affiliate links I’ve provided below.
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Horror films suitable for 13/14 year old | Mumsnet
October 27, 2023 - Freighteners was a film I liked at that age. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0116365/ It is not as bad as the cover suggests and has some scary but also pretty funny bits. The Frighteners (1996) ⭐ 7.1 | Comedy, Fantasy, Horror
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What are some good 'scary movies' to watch with teens 15-17? - Quora
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What horror movie do you prefer for a 12-year-old? - Quora
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