The Elixir is an upcoming Indonesian horror-thriller / zombie film slated for 2025 on Netflix. Directed by Kimo Stamboel and written by Stamboel along with Agasyah Karim and Khalid Kashogi, the movie follows a family in a rural village who must survive after an experimental herbal elixir accidentally unleashes the undead. The cast includes Mikha Tambayong, Eva Celia, Donny Damara, among others.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Title | The Elixir |
| Genre | Horror / Thriller / Zombie |
| Director / Writer | Director: Kimo Stamboel Writers: Kimo Stamboel, Agasyah Karim, Khalid Kashogi |
| Starring | Mikha Tambayong, Eva Celia, Donny Damara (and others) |
| Age Rating (Official) | Netflix lists as TV-MA / 18+ (for mature audiences) |
| Release Date | October 23, 2025 |
| Distributor / Platform | Netflix (Netflix Original Indonesian) |
The Elixir Age Rating
The official rating given by Netflix is TV-MA (or equivalent 18+) for mature audiences. This rating suggests that The Elixir contains content inappropriate for children or younger teens, such as intense violence, gore, disturbing imagery, strong themes, and possibly strong language.
Because the film is a zombie / horror movie, its content likely pushes it beyond milder horror ratings. The rating means the film is intended for adults and older teens only, not a general audience.
Is The Elixir Suitable for Kids?
No, The Elixir is not suitable for children or younger teens. The content includes graphic violence, undead / zombie attacks, blood and gore, and scary / intense scenes that may disturb even older viewers. The themes are dark, and the film seems to lean heavily into horror and visceral imagery. Teens under about age 16–17 should approach with caution, and parents may want to preview or read deeper guides before letting younger teens watch.
Age-by-Suitability Table
| Age Group | Suitability |
|---|---|
| Ages 3–7 | No / Not suitable for young children |
| Ages 8–12 | No / Not recommended for this age group |
| Teens (13–15) | Not recommended / Viewer discretion strongly advised |
| Teens (16–17) | Yes, with caution — older teens may handle it better |
| Adults | Yes, suitable for mature audiences |
The Elixir Parents Guide
The Parents Guide for The Elixir includes the following content breakdown:
- Sex & Nudity: There is no confirmed report of explicit sexual content or nudity so far. Cineparenting’s guide focuses mostly on violence, horror, and mature themes.
- Violence & Gore: This is the strongest content warning. The film features graphic zombie violence, people being bitten, torn apart, outbreak sequences, and gore. The violence is vivid and may be disturbing.
- Profanity: The Cineparenting guide mentions strong language / profanity likely being included (though specific words are not detailed).
- Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking: There is no prominent mention of drug use or alcohol being a major theme so far in public descriptions. The focus is more on horror and infection.
- Frightening & Intense Scenes: Yes — many scenes will be frightening or emotionally intense, especially chase, undead attack, suspense, and possibly gore. These may be overwhelming for younger viewers.
Tips for Parents
- Parents should preview the trailer or selected clips first to gauge the intensity of violence and horror.
- Discuss with teens about what they might find scary or disturbing (zombies, gore, tension) before allowing them to watch.
- Be ready to pause / skip particularly intense scenes if needed.
- It can help to talk afterward about what they saw — how the characters reacted, the moral / survival dilemmas, and emotional impact.
- For younger teens (below 16), consider waiting until they are more mature or accompanied by a parent.
The Elixir Official Trailer
A Day ago, Netflix’s Official YouTube Channel shared a Teaser for The Elixir, which you can see here:-
FAQs
Q: What is the age rating of The Elixir?
A: The Elixir is rated TV-MA / 18+ by Netflix, intended for mature audiences due to violence, gore, and disturbing content.
Q: Is The Elixir suitable for teens?
A: It depends on age and sensitivity — older teens (16–17) may be able to watch with caution, but younger teens (13–15) should have parental discretion and ideally preview first.
Q: Does The Elixir contain violence or sexual content?
A: Yes — it contains graphic violence and gore (zombie attacks, blood, etc.). Sexual content / nudity is not prominently reported so far.
Q: Where and when can I watch The Elixir?
A: The Elixir will premiere on Netflix on October 23, 2025.