Return to Silent Hill (2026)

Release date: 2026-01-21 Recommended age: 17+ No IMDb rating yet
Return to Silent Hill

Parent Guide

This film is rated R for strong horror violence, disturbing images, and intense thematic elements. It is best suited for mature teens and adults due to its graphic and psychological horror content. Viewer discretion is strongly advised.

Content breakdown

Violence & peril
Strong

Features graphic violence including attacks by monstrous creatures, blood, gore, and perilous situations. Characters face physical harm and death in intense, horror-themed sequences.

Scary / disturbing
Strong

Contains highly disturbing imagery, jump scares, and a pervasive sense of dread. The horror elements are psychological and visceral, with monstrous designs and dark, unsettling environments that may be too intense for sensitive viewers.

Language
Moderate

Includes some strong language and expletives, typical for an R-rated horror film, but not excessive. The focus is more on horror and thematic intensity than dialogue.

Sexual content & nudity
Mild

May include suggestive themes or brief romantic elements tied to the plot, but no explicit sexual content or nudity is prominent. The romance aspect is more emotional than physical.

Substance use
None

No notable depictions of substance use or abuse in the film.

Emotional intensity
Strong

High emotional intensity due to themes of loss, obsession, and psychological horror. The film explores deep emotional turmoil and sanity-bending scenarios that can be distressing.

Parent tips

This R-rated horror film is intense and not suitable for younger audiences. It features strong horror elements, including graphic violence, disturbing imagery, and psychological terror. Parents should consider the maturity and sensitivity of their teens before viewing. Discuss the film's themes of loss, obsession, and reality distortion afterward to help process its impact.

Parent chat guide

After watching, talk to your teen about how the film made them feel. Ask if the monsters or dark themes were too scary, and discuss the difference between fantasy horror and real-life fears. Explore James's journey and what it says about love and obsession. Use this as a chance to reinforce coping strategies for anxiety or nightmares if needed.

Parent follow-up questions

  • What did you think about the monsters in Silent Hill? Were they scary or just fantasy?
  • How did James's search for Mary affect his decisions? Was it worth the danger?
  • What themes of love or loss stood out to you in the movie?
  • Did the film's dark atmosphere make you feel uneasy? How do you handle such feelings?

Movie details

  • Genres: Horror, Fantasy, Romance, Mystery, Drama
  • Director: Christophe Gans
  • Main cast: Jeremy Irvine, Hannah Emily Anderson, Evie Templeton, Pearse Egan, Eve Macklin
  • Country / region: France, Japan, United States of America
  • Original language: en
  • Premiere: 2026-01-21

Story overview

In 'Return to Silent Hill,' James receives a mysterious letter from his lost love Mary, drawing him back to the eerie town of Silent Hill, now shrouded in darkness. As he searches for her, he encounters monstrous creatures and uncovers a terrifying truth that challenges his sanity. This horror-fantasy film blends elements of romance, mystery, and drama, set in a haunting, otherworldly environment.

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