The rating for a "Haunted House" movie depends specifically on which film in the genre you are referencing, as there have been many with similar titles. Most famously, the parody films "A Haunted House" (2013) and its sequel "A Haunted House 2" (2014), written by and starring Marlon Wayans, are rated R by the MPAA. These ratings are due to pervasive crude and sexual content, graphic language, and drug use. However, other films like the Disney classic "The Haunted Mansion" (both the 2003 and 2023 versions) are rated PG-13 or PG, designed for a family audience. In 2026, if you are looking at a specific local haunted house attraction or a new indie horror film titled "Haunted House," you must check the specific age guidelines. Generally, horror parodies and "slasher" style haunted house films lean toward an R rating to accommodate adult humor and gore, while supernatural thrillers aimed at a broader theatrical audience aim for the PG-13 bracket to maximize ticket sales among teenagers.