Send Help (2026)

Release date: 2026-01-22 Recommended age: 13+ No IMDb rating yet
Send Help

Parent Guide

A horror-thriller with comedic undertones, featuring survival themes, psychological tension, and potential intense scenes. Suitable for teens and older, with guidance for younger viewers due to scary content.

Content breakdown

Violence & peril
Moderate

Likely includes peril from the plane crash, survival struggles (e.g., finding food/water), and possible confrontations or threats on the island. Violence may be stylized or implied rather than graphic.

Scary / disturbing
Moderate

Expect suspenseful moments, jump scares, and a tense atmosphere typical of horror-thrillers. The deserted island setting may evoke feelings of isolation and fear. Comedy elements might lighten the mood.

Language
Mild

Possible mild profanity or intense dialogue related to survival stress, but not expected to be excessive given the genres.

Sexual content & nudity
None

Unlikely based on the survival-focused plot; no sexual content or nudity anticipated.

Substance use
None

Not expected in this survival context; focus is on basic needs like food and water.

Emotional intensity
Moderate

Emotional tension from survival challenges, character conflicts, and fear of the unknown. Themes of resilience and cooperation may evoke empathy.

Parent tips

This film blends horror, thriller, and comedy, likely featuring suspenseful situations, peril, and some humor. Directed by Sam Raimi, known for stylized horror, expect intense moments and possible jump scares. The deserted island setting may involve survival struggles, psychological tension, and themes of cooperation. Recommended for older children and teens due to potential scary content.

Parent chat guide

Discuss the importance of teamwork and resolving conflicts, as shown by the characters overcoming grievances. Talk about survival skills and resilience in challenging situations. Address how the film mixes fear with humor, and explore themes of trust and decision-making under pressure. Use it as a chance to talk about handling scary content and distinguishing movie fiction from reality.

Parent follow-up questions

  • What would you do if you were stranded on an island?
  • How did the characters help each other?
  • What parts felt scary or funny?
  • Why is teamwork important in survival situations?
  • How did the characters' past affect their actions?
  • What strategies did they use to stay safe?
  • How does the movie balance horror and comedy?
  • Analyze the psychological dynamics between the characters.
  • Discuss the film's themes of survival and human nature.
  • How does Sam Raimi's direction influence the horror elements?
  • What real-life survival lessons can be learned from the movie?

Movie details

  • Genres: Horror, Thriller, Comedy
  • Director: Sam Raimi
  • Main cast: Rachel McAdams, Dylan O'Brien, Edyll Ismail, Dennis Haysbert, Xavier Samuel
  • Country / region: United States of America
  • Original language: en
  • Premiere: 2026-01-22

Story overview

In 'Send Help', two colleagues survive a plane crash and find themselves stranded on a deserted island. As they navigate the challenges of survival, they must confront their past conflicts and rely on each other to stay alive, leading to a tense battle of wills and wits in this horror-thriller with comedic elements.

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