Barbie in A Mermaid Tale (2010) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Barbie stars as Merliah, a surfer who learns a shocking secret: she's a mermaid! She and her dolphin friend set out for an undersea adventure to rescue her mother, the queen of Oceana.
Rated G • 2010 • 1h 15m
This G-rated animated adventure is suitable for all audiences, with content concerns limited to very mild cartoon peril and light thematic elements. The story follows Merliah, a Malibu surfer who discovers she is half-mermaid and must travel to the underwater kingdom of Oceana to save her mother from her tyrannical aunt, Eris. The film contains no sexual content, profanity, or substance use. The primary points of caution for sensitive… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Barbie in A Mermaid Tale appropriate for kids?
This G-rated animated adventure is suitable for all audiences, with content concerns limited to very mild cartoon peril and light thematic elements. The story follows Merliah, a Malibu surfer who discovers she is half-mermaid and must travel to the underwater kingdom of Oceana… Read more — free account
Content severity in Barbie in A Mermaid Tale
What happens in Barbie in A Mermaid Tale, moment by moment
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Sex and nudity in Barbie in A Mermaid Tale
None. Characters are shown in standard beach and mermaid attire (bikinis, shell tops), but there is no sexual content, innuendo, or nudity.
Violence and gore in Barbie in A Mermaid Tale
Violence is minimal and limited to brief, fantastical cartoon peril. The villain, Eris, has large, somewhat menacing fish as guards. In the climax, she creates a magical whirlpool to banish Merliah, and a brief chase ensues. These moments are not graphic or intense, there is no physical fighting, and no one is injured.
Language in Barbie in A Mermaid Tale
The film contains no profanity, coarse language, or even mild name-calling. The dialogue is consistently polite and stays within the bounds of a G-rated family feature. This makes the movie suitable for the youngest viewers who are just beginning to model their speech after media.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Barbie in A Mermaid Tale
There are no depictions of characters using alcohol, tobacco, or illicit drugs throughout the entire film. The underwater setting and the surfing culture are presented in a completely substance-free environment. No references to drinking or smoking are made in the dialogue or background visuals.
Mature themes in Barbie in A Mermaid Tale
Thematic elements are light and handled in a manner suitable for young children. The plot involves family separation, as Merliah learns her mermaid mother gave her away as an infant for her protection. The villainous queen is the hero's aunt, introducing a theme of sibling rivalry, and she keeps her sister imprisoned in a dungeon. These concepts are presented without any frightening or emotionally heavy details.
Scary moments in Barbie in A Mermaid Tale
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Barbie in A Mermaid Tale appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Barbie in A Mermaid Tale is best for ages 4+. It's rated G. This G-rated animated adventure is suitable for all audiences, with content concerns limited to very mild cartoon peril and light thematic elements. The story follows Merliah, a Malibu surfer who discovers she is…
What age rating does Barbie in A Mermaid Tale have?
Barbie in A Mermaid Tale is officially rated G. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 4+.
What is Barbie in A Mermaid Tale about?
This G-rated animated adventure is suitable for all audiences, with content concerns limited to very mild cartoon peril and light thematic elements. The story follows Merliah, a Malibu surfer who discovers she is half-mermaid and must travel to the underwater kingdom of Oceana to save her mother from her tyrannical…
Is there sex or nudity in Barbie in A Mermaid Tale?
None. Characters are shown in standard beach and mermaid attire (bikinis, shell tops), but there is no sexual content, innuendo, or nudity.
How violent is Barbie in A Mermaid Tale?
Violence is minimal and limited to brief, fantastical cartoon peril. The villain, Eris, has large, somewhat menacing fish as guards. In the climax, she creates a magical whirlpool to banish Merliah, and a brief chase ensues. These moments are not graphic or…
Is the language in Barbie in A Mermaid Tale appropriate for kids?
The film contains no profanity, coarse language, or even mild name-calling. The dialogue is consistently polite and stays within the bounds of a G-rated family feature. This makes the movie suitable for the youngest viewers who are just beginning to model…
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Barbie in A Mermaid Tale?
There are no depictions of characters using alcohol, tobacco, or illicit drugs throughout the entire film. The underwater setting and the surfing culture are presented in a completely substance-free environment. No references to drinking or smoking are made…
What mature themes appear in Barbie in A Mermaid Tale?
Thematic elements are light and handled in a manner suitable for young children. The plot involves family separation, as Merliah learns her mermaid mother gave her away as an infant for her protection. The villainous queen is the hero's aunt, introducing a…
How long is Barbie in A Mermaid Tale?
Barbie in A Mermaid Tale runs 75 minutes, directed by Adam Wood, released in 2010.
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