A new adaptation of the classic Disney ride is heading to the big screen this summer, and it looks like younger audiences may want to sit out of this one. Disney’s highly anticipatedHaunted Mansionfilm is confirmed to be rated PG-13 for “some thematic elements and scary action.”
The film’s official rating may come as a surprise to many, as most releases under the Disney label typically fall under the G-to-PG category. However, there have been notable examples of exceptions to this, with the most popular being thePirates of the Caribbeanfranchise alongside recent flicks such asCruella,Mulan, andJungle Cruise. While the previous on-screen adaptation of the ride, starringEddie Murphy, only managed to score a PG rating, the latest iteration of the story is aiming to provide more than just a few laughs this summer, and fittingly so for a film featuring ghosts and phantoms alike.
Directed byJustin Simien,Haunted Mansioncenters on a mother and son, played byRosario DawsonandChase W. Dillon, who move into an old mansion in New Orleans. However, their new home ends up becoming more than they bargained for when they soon discover it is inhabited by ghosts. With the help of a paranormal expert (LaKeith Stanfield), a psychic (Tiffany Haddish), a priest (Owen Wilson), and a historian (Danny DeVito), the ragtag group of characters must team up to face the haunting terror that awaits them. With an exciting premise bolstered by a now-confirmed PG-13 rating, audiences are likely in for a terrifying treat this summer.
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More Classic Disney Rides Are Soon Coming to the Big Screen
Following the success of Disney’sPirates of the Caribbeanfranchise, it comes as no surprise that the company would attempt to tap into other adaptations of their classic theme park attractions. While several other attempts have seen mixed results, with examples includingTomorrowlandandJungle Cruise, Disney remains committed to spearheading more films in the future. Alongside the eventual release of their second attempt atHaunted Mansionthis summer, a film adaptation ofTower of Terror,starringScarlettJohansson, is also in the works alongsideBig Thunder MountainfromHawkeyedirectorsBert and Bertie. However, with no additional details revealed since their announcements, no word yet on when those films will be released. Be sure to stay tuned for further updates from Disney’s upcoming releases.
Haunted Mansionscares its way into theaters on July 28. Check out the official trailer for the upcoming film below.
