The Beauty

What’s it about?

Sent to Paris after a wave of unexplained supermodel deaths, two FBI agents uncover a virus that turns beauty into something deadly.

The facts 

• Created by Ryan Murphy and Matthew Hodgson
• Stars Evan Peters, Ashton Kutcher, Anthony Ramos
• English language 
• Runtime: 11 episodes, each around 40 minutes

Why did it get this rating? 

This series was self-rated by Disney+. You can find out more about self-rating by streaming providers here.

Content that may disturb

There is frequent body horror, including people’s bodies unnaturally contorting, bones pushing through skin, skin burning, and bodies exploding and transforming in disturbing ways.

The series also contains surgical procedures and needle injections that may be unsettling for some viewers, including scenes involving skin grafts. Sound effects are used to heighten the impact of these moments.

Violence

Characters infected by a disease become aggressive and attack others. These scenes include graphic violence and bloody outcomes such as characters exploding, with blood and body parts flying everywhere.

Sex scenes

Sex and sexually transmitted infections are a central theme in The Beauty. There are multiple sex scenes featuring nudity, thrusting, and vocal sounds, though genitals are not shown. 

Offensive language

There is frequent use of strong offensive language, including “f**k,” “sh*t,” “c*ck,” “d*ck,” “bitch,” and “hoes.”

When content stays with you: 

We all have our boundaries, and it’s completely okay if something you’ve watched is weighing on your mind. If certain content lingers with you, consider having a chat with friends or whānau to debrief about what you’ve just seen. But if you’re still feeling affected, please reach out to any of the following helplines for support.  

• 1737
• Safe to talk
• Lifeline
• Youthline

Further information 

• Why are ratings and content warnings important for me and my whānau?