Let's be crystal clear: this is a show about a murderous doll that kills teenagers in graphic, creative ways. It's not trying to be anything else, and it succeeds at what it sets out to do—which is why horror fans and critics love it.

The WISE score is low because this fails spectacularly on the Wholesome and Safe dimensions, which is exactly what horror is supposed to do. But here's the thing: if you're an adult or older teen who loves horror, this is actually good. The 94% critic score isn't a fluke—it's well-written, well-acted, and brings fresh energy to a classic franchise.

For parents: this is not a 'maybe my 13-year-old can handle it' situation. The 16+ rating is generous. This is graphic, disturbing horror content that will absolutely cause nightmares for younger viewers. If your teen is begging to watch it, the answer should probably be no unless they're genuinely mature and already horror fans.

For adults without kids in the room: if you like horror, you'll probably enjoy this. It's quality genre entertainment that knows exactly what it's doing.