In a surprising turn of events, families waiting to watch Finding Dory at a theater in Concord, California, found themselves confronted with an unexpected R-rated trailer for Seth Rogen’s animated feature, Sausage Party. The mix-up left many parents bewildered and amused as they settled in for a family-friendly movie.
The trailer that played was the green band version, which is typically safe for general audiences, but it was soon followed by the red band version that showcases just how outrageous the film is—filled with adult humor and profanity. Viewers were initially treated to a colorful and cheerful animation typical of kids’ films, but the tone quickly shifted to a darker narrative. In this story, supermarket foods eagerly anticipate being chosen by shoppers, only to discover that their fate at home is far from pleasant. Scenes of a woman munching on baby carrots and a potato being skinned added to the shock factor.
Needless to say, parents were not pleased. As a parent myself, I can absolutely relate to the concern over age-inappropriate content popping up unexpectedly. Just a few years ago, I might have brushed off such worries, but now, with two little ones aged three and five, I completely understand the protective instincts that kick in.
We’ve even had our own accidental exposure to unexpected content while watching trailers at home. While browsing YouTube for kid-friendly previews, we stumbled upon something not meant for tiny eyes—a quick switch to something more suitable was necessary. However, I must admit that the mix-up at the theater does have a humorous side. At least it wasn’t a trailer for something like The Exorcist!
A theater manager clarified that the screening of the Sausage Party trailer was a genuine mistake while trying to accommodate several last-minute groups for the popular Finding Dory. He assured that such a thing would never be scheduled before a children’s feature again.
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In summary, families at a Concord theater were in for a shock when an R-rated trailer for Sausage Party aired before Finding Dory, leading to a mix of confusion and laughter. The theater manager later explained that it was an honest mistake while accommodating a packed audience.