13 Family Films That Will Terrify Children

11. Indiana Jones And The Temple Of Doom

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Scariest Moment: "Kali Ma! Kali Ma!" A poor soul's heart is ripped from his chest by the terrifying priest Mola Ram. It's even more horrific than the face-melting scene from Raiders.

Still the most divisive of the Indiana Jones series, some viewers even today claim Temple of Doom was a step too far for the franchise, as it really delves into the occult . Indiana Jones was always a bit scary, but this goes off the deep end.

Not just the most violent film in the series, but incredibly intense for children, so perfect if you think the kids are ready for something a little darker and more horrific. After all, it's still an Indiana Jones film so there's fun to be had, but is still going to be traumatizing for them to watch...

Depending on what your children are like, it may end up being their favourite of the series.

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