Klara and the Sun is the highly anticipated new movie from Taika Waititi and starring Jenna Ortega, and has been given a 12A age rating for moderate threat, violence, injury detail, infrequent strong language.

The movie stars Jenna Ortega who has been seen previously in Death of a Unicorn and An Elephants Journey. It also stars Mia Tharia, who has previously been seen in September Says.

Directing duties go to Taika Waititi, who has previously brought us Thor Ragnarok and Thor Love and Thunder.

Movie Synopsis

Klara is Artificial Friend designed to prevent loneliness. Klara is adopted by a mother for her daughter, Josie, a teenager suffering from a mysterious, severe illness.

BBFC certificate breakdown.

• Title: Klara and the Sun
• BBFC age rating: 12A Certificate
• Reason: moderate threat, violence, injury detail, infrequent strong language
• Classification Date: 15th October 2026
• Runtime: 116 minutes (1 hours 56 minutes)
• The movie is being released into movie theatres
• Directed by:
  • Taika Waititi
• Starring:
  • Jenna Ortega
  • Mia Tharia
  • Amy Adams
  • Natasha Lyonne

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