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Angela's Christmas Wish (2020) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

A determined Angela makes a wish to reunite her family in time for Christmas, then launches a plan to find her way from Ireland to Australia.

Rated G • 2020 • 48m

Age
7+

This G-rated animated Christmas special is appropriate for most young children, though its central theme may be sad for some. "Angela's Christmas Wish" follows a young Irish girl, Angela, who is determined to reunite her family for Christmas by bringing her father home from Australia. The film's primary content concerns involve themes of family separation and the sadness a child feels when missing a parent. There are a few moments of… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Lucy O'Connell
Lucy O'Connell
Ruth Negga
Ruth Negga
Moe Dunford
Moe Dunford
Pat Kinevane
Pat Kinevane
Jared Harris
Jared Harris
Caitríona Balfe
Caitríona Balfe
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Is Angela's Christmas Wish appropriate for kids?

This G-rated animated Christmas special is appropriate for most young children, though its central theme may be sad for some. "Angela's Christmas Wish" follows a young Irish girl, Angela, who is determined to reunite her family for Christmas by bringing her father home from… Read more — free account

Content severity in Angela's Christmas Wish

Sex None 0/10
Violence Moderate 3/10
Language None 0/10
Substances Mild 2/10
Themes Moderate 4/10

What happens in Angela's Christmas Wish, moment by moment

  1. 0:02 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
  2. 0:06 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
  3. 0:15 ⚔ Violence & Gore 1/10
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Sex and nudity in Angela's Christmas Wish

None. No sexual content, nudity, or romantic innuendo is present.

Violence and gore in Angela's Christmas Wish

Violence is very brief, mild, and consists of cartoonish peril. For instance, Angela and her brother comically dig a large hole in their yard. Later, they sneak around a shipping dock at night and are briefly chased by a worker, but no one is harmed or in true danger.

Language in Angela's Christmas Wish

None. There is no profanity or inappropriate language.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Angela's Christmas Wish

There is one very brief scene where the children sing in a bar to earn money. Adults can be seen in the background, but the focus is on the children's performance, not on drinking.

Mature themes in Angela's Christmas Wish

The film's main theme is the sadness and longing associated with family separation. Angela deeply misses her father, who is working far away, and this is a recurring source of melancholy for her and her mother. The story also lightly touches on financial hardship when a neighbor needs money for a veterinarian. Ultimately, themes of hope, determination, and the importance of family are central.

Scary moments in Angela's Christmas Wish

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Angela's Christmas Wish 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 Angela's Christmas Wish appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Angela's Christmas Wish is best for ages 7+. It's rated G. This G-rated animated Christmas special is appropriate for most young children, though its central theme may be sad for some. "Angela's Christmas Wish" follows a young Irish girl, Angela, who is determined to reunite…

What age rating does Angela's Christmas Wish have?

Angela's Christmas Wish is officially rated G. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 7+.

What is Angela's Christmas Wish about?

This G-rated animated Christmas special is appropriate for most young children, though its central theme may be sad for some. "Angela's Christmas Wish" follows a young Irish girl, Angela, who is determined to reunite her family for Christmas by bringing her father home from Australia. The film's primary content…

Is there sex or nudity in Angela's Christmas Wish?

None. No sexual content, nudity, or romantic innuendo is present.

How violent is Angela's Christmas Wish?

Violence is very brief, mild, and consists of cartoonish peril. For instance, Angela and her brother comically dig a large hole in their yard. Later, they sneak around a shipping dock at night and are briefly chased by a worker, but no one is harmed or in…

Is the language in Angela's Christmas Wish appropriate for kids?

None. There is no profanity or inappropriate language.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Angela's Christmas Wish?

There is one very brief scene where the children sing in a bar to earn money. Adults can be seen in the background, but the focus is on the children's performance, not on drinking.

What mature themes appear in Angela's Christmas Wish?

The film's main theme is the sadness and longing associated with family separation. Angela deeply misses her father, who is working far away, and this is a recurring source of melancholy for her and her mother. The story also lightly touches on financial…

How long is Angela's Christmas Wish?

Angela's Christmas Wish runs 48 minutes, directed by Damien O'Connor, released in 2020.

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