Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses (2006) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
King Randolph sends for his cousin, Duchess Rowena, to help turn his daughters, Princess Genevieve and her eleven sisters, into royal material. But the Duchess strips the sisters of their fun, including their favorite pastime: dancing. When all hope may be lost, the sisters discover a secret passageway to a magical land where they can dance the night away.
Rated G • 2006 • 1h 23m
Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses is a G-rated animated film suitable for young children, but it contains some thematic elements parents should be aware of. The film's primary conflict stems from the emotional cruelty of the villain, Duchess Rowena, who mistreats Princess Genevieve and her sisters. The plot involves the poisoning of the king, which leads to his life being in peril and may be upsetting for sensitive viewers. A few… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses appropriate for kids?
Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses is a G-rated animated film suitable for young children, but it contains some thematic elements parents should be aware of. The film's primary conflict stems from the emotional cruelty of the villain, Duchess Rowena, who mistreats Princess… Read more — free account
Content severity in Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses
What happens in Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses, moment by moment
- 0:05 🔥 Mature Themes 2/10
- 0:12 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
- 0:25 🍷 Substances 3/10
Sex and nudity in Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses
Entirely absent, save for a brief and chaste kiss between Princess Genevieve and Derek at their wedding at the very end of the film. There is no innuendo or other romantic content.
Violence and gore in Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses
Violence is mild, infrequent, and fantastical. In a climactic sequence, Genevieve and Derek fight animated statues that shatter without any gore when struck. The villain, Rowena, attempts to place a magic spell on Genevieve but it is reflected back onto her, causing her and her henchman to dance uncontrollably away. A moment of peril occurs when the portal to the magical world is destroyed, briefly trapping the princesses.
Language in Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses
None. The dialogue is free of any profanity or coarse language.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses
The villain, Duchess Rowena, secretly poisons the king over time to make him ill and seize power. The substance is referred to as a 'poison' from an apothecary, and we see the king become weak and bedridden as a result. The poison is not shown being administered, only its effects.
Mature themes in Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses
Thematic content is present but mild. The princesses' mother is deceased, which is a key part of the backstory. The main villain is emotionally cruel, forbidding the princesses from singing and dancing and telling their distraught father they are a 'burden'. The king's life is in peril due to poisoning, which is a central source of tension and may be upsetting for very young children. The princesses are also briefly trapped in a magical world.
Scary moments in Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses is best for ages 6+. It's rated G. Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses is a G-rated animated film suitable for young children, but it contains some thematic elements parents should be aware of. The film's primary conflict stems from the emotional cruelty…
What age rating does Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses have?
Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses is officially rated G. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 6+.
What is Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses about?
Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses is a G-rated animated film suitable for young children, but it contains some thematic elements parents should be aware of. The film's primary conflict stems from the emotional cruelty of the villain, Duchess Rowena, who mistreats Princess Genevieve and her sisters. The plot involves…
Is there sex or nudity in Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses?
Entirely absent, save for a brief and chaste kiss between Princess Genevieve and Derek at their wedding at the very end of the film. There is no innuendo or other romantic content.
How violent is Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses?
Violence is mild, infrequent, and fantastical. In a climactic sequence, Genevieve and Derek fight animated statues that shatter without any gore when struck. The villain, Rowena, attempts to place a magic spell on Genevieve but it is reflected back onto her…
Is the language in Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses appropriate for kids?
None. The dialogue is free of any profanity or coarse language.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses?
The villain, Duchess Rowena, secretly poisons the king over time to make him ill and seize power. The substance is referred to as a 'poison' from an apothecary, and we see the king become weak and bedridden as a result. The poison is not shown being…
What mature themes appear in Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses?
Thematic content is present but mild. The princesses' mother is deceased, which is a key part of the backstory. The main villain is emotionally cruel, forbidding the princesses from singing and dancing and telling their distraught father they are a 'burden'…
How long is Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses?
Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses runs 83 minutes, directed by Greg Richardson, released in 2006.
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