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Alice Through the Looking Glass (2016) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Alice Kingsleigh returns to Underland and faces a new adventure in saving the Mad Hatter.

Rated PG • 2016 • 1h 53m

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This sequel to Tim Burton's "Alice in Wonderland" earns its PG rating for sustained fantasy action, peril, and some mild language. The story follows Alice Kingsleigh as she travels back in time to save the Mad Hatter, leading to numerous intense and chaotic sequences. Parents should be aware of scenes depicting characters in danger, emotional distress surrounding family trauma and loss, and a frightening climax where the world of… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Mia Wasikowska
Mia Wasikowska
Johnny Depp
Johnny Depp
Anne Hathaway
Anne Hathaway
Helena Bonham Carter
Helena Bonham Carter
Sacha Baron Cohen
Sacha Baron Cohen
Matt Lucas
Matt Lucas
Alan Rickman
Alan Rickman
Stephen Fry
Stephen Fry
Michael Sheen
Michael Sheen
Timothy Spall
Timothy Spall
Barbara Windsor
Barbara Windsor
Meera Syal
Meera Syal
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Is Alice Through the Looking Glass appropriate for kids?

This sequel to Tim Burton's "Alice in Wonderland" earns its PG rating for sustained fantasy action, peril, and some mild language. The story follows Alice Kingsleigh as she travels back in time to save the Mad Hatter, leading to numerous intense and chaotic sequences. Parents… Read more — free account

Content severity in Alice Through the Looking Glass

Sex None 0/10
Violence Strong 6/10
Language Moderate 3/10
Substances None 0/10
Themes Strong 6/10

What happens in Alice Through the Looking Glass, moment by moment

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  2. 0:09 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
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Sex and nudity in Alice Through the Looking Glass

None. This film contains no sexual content or nudity.

Violence and gore in Alice Through the Looking Glass

Moderate fantasy action and peril are present throughout. Characters are frequently in danger, chased by villains, and caught in crumbling environments. A scene depicts a battle on a ship at sea, Alice is pursued by a menacing clockwork character (Time), and a flashback shows a Jabberwocky attacking a village. The climax involves an intense chase where the world is disintegrating around the characters. No blood or gore is shown.

Language in Alice Through the Looking Glass

Language is very mild and infrequent, consistent with its PG rating. The IMDb user guide notes isolated uses of words like "hell" and "damn," but they are not pervasive.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Alice Through the Looking Glass

None. There is no depiction of drug, alcohol, or tobacco use.

Mature themes in Alice Through the Looking Glass

The film explores several mature themes. The Mad Hatter's central conflict stems from deep grief and depression over the presumed death of his family. The Red Queen's backstory involves childhood emotional trauma, sibling betrayal, and public humiliation that shaped her angry personality. In a brief but notable sequence, Alice is forcibly institutionalized in Victorian London and diagnosed with "female hysteria" before she escapes. The concept of death and the end of the world are recurring sources of tension.

Scary moments in Alice Through the Looking Glass

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Alice Through the Looking Glass yet. Because this title is recommended for younger kids, sign up to get community-flagged jump scares, tense scenes, and startling imagery as parents submit them.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alice Through the Looking Glass appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Alice Through the Looking Glass is best for ages 10+. It's rated PG. This sequel to Tim Burton's "Alice in Wonderland" earns its PG rating for sustained fantasy action, peril, and some mild language. The story follows Alice Kingsleigh as she travels back in time to save the Mad Hatter…

What age rating does Alice Through the Looking Glass have?

Alice Through the Looking Glass is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.

What is Alice Through the Looking Glass about?

This sequel to Tim Burton's "Alice in Wonderland" earns its PG rating for sustained fantasy action, peril, and some mild language. The story follows Alice Kingsleigh as she travels back in time to save the Mad Hatter, leading to numerous intense and chaotic sequences. Parents should be aware of scenes depicting…

Is there sex or nudity in Alice Through the Looking Glass?

None. This film contains no sexual content or nudity.

How violent is Alice Through the Looking Glass?

Moderate fantasy action and peril are present throughout. Characters are frequently in danger, chased by villains, and caught in crumbling environments. A scene depicts a battle on a ship at sea, Alice is pursued by a menacing clockwork character (Time), and…

Is the language in Alice Through the Looking Glass appropriate for kids?

Language is very mild and infrequent, consistent with its PG rating. The IMDb user guide notes isolated uses of words like "hell" and "damn," but they are not pervasive.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Alice Through the Looking Glass?

None. There is no depiction of drug, alcohol, or tobacco use.

What mature themes appear in Alice Through the Looking Glass?

The film explores several mature themes. The Mad Hatter's central conflict stems from deep grief and depression over the presumed death of his family. The Red Queen's backstory involves childhood emotional trauma, sibling betrayal, and public humiliation that…

How long is Alice Through the Looking Glass?

Alice Through the Looking Glass runs 113 minutes, directed by James Bobin, released in 2016.

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