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Barbie of Swan Lake (2003) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Barbie as Odette, the young daughter of a baker, follows a unicorn into the Enchanted Forest and is transformed into a swan by an evil wizard intent on defeating the Fairy Queen.

Rated G • 2003 • 1h 23m

Age
4+

This animated G-rated feature tells the classic Swan Lake story with Barbie in the lead role of Odette. Its rating is due to a complete absence of profanity, nudity, or substance use, with only very mild, fantastical violence. Parents should be aware of the villain, Rothbart, whose magical threats and menacing presence create moments of peril. The film's most intense scenes involve Odette being forcibly transformed into a swan and… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Kelly Sheridan
Kelly Sheridan
Mark Hildreth
Mark Hildreth
Kelsey Grammer
Kelsey Grammer
Maggie Wheeler
Maggie Wheeler
Venus Terzo
Venus Terzo
Kathleen Barr
Kathleen Barr
Michael Dobson
Michael Dobson
Nicole Oliver
Nicole Oliver
Ian James Corlett
Ian James Corlett
Brian Drummond
Brian Drummond
Chantal Strand
Chantal Strand
Garry Chalk
Garry Chalk
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Is Barbie of Swan Lake appropriate for kids?

This animated G-rated feature tells the classic Swan Lake story with Barbie in the lead role of Odette. Its rating is due to a complete absence of profanity, nudity, or substance use, with only very mild, fantastical violence. Parents should be aware of the villain, Rothbart… Read more — free account

Content severity in Barbie of Swan Lake

Sex Mild 1/10
Violence Moderate 3/10
Language None 0/10
Substances None 0/10
Themes Moderate 3/10

What happens in Barbie of Swan Lake, moment by moment

  1. 0:04 🔥 Mature Themes 2/10
  2. 0:15 ⚔ Violence & Gore 2/10
  3. 0:17 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
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Sex and nudity in Barbie of Swan Lake

Sexual content is not a factor in this film. There is a single, brief moment of innocent, cartoonish flirtation between two child-coded animal sidekicks that is played for comedy.

Violence and gore in Barbie of Swan Lake

Violence is infrequent and very mild, consisting of cartoonish magical peril. The villain Rothbart threatens characters with magic, transforms Odette into a swan, and briefly imprisons a supporting character. In the climax, he fires magical energy blasts. A prince also briefly aims a bow and arrow at Odette in her swan form before realizing who she is. No character is seriously harmed, and there is no blood or gore.

Language in Barbie of Swan Lake

None.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Barbie of Swan Lake

None.

Mature themes in Barbie of Swan Lake

The film's primary themes involve overcoming self-doubt and finding courage. The villain, Rothbart, is menacing and places the heroine in sustained peril through a magical curse. A key scene involves a character collapsing as if dying after a magical pact is broken, which may be upsetting for very young viewers. Themes of deception, magical transformation, and a character losing their identity are also present but are handled in a G-rated, non-traumatic fashion.

Scary moments in Barbie of Swan Lake

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Barbie of Swan Lake 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 Barbie of Swan Lake appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Barbie of Swan Lake is best for ages 4+. It's rated G. This animated G-rated feature tells the classic Swan Lake story with Barbie in the lead role of Odette. Its rating is due to a complete absence of profanity, nudity, or substance use, with only very mild, fantastical…

What age rating does Barbie of Swan Lake have?

Barbie of Swan Lake is officially rated G. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 4+.

What is Barbie of Swan Lake about?

This animated G-rated feature tells the classic Swan Lake story with Barbie in the lead role of Odette. Its rating is due to a complete absence of profanity, nudity, or substance use, with only very mild, fantastical violence. Parents should be aware of the villain, Rothbart, whose magical threats and menacing…

Is there sex or nudity in Barbie of Swan Lake?

Sexual content is not a factor in this film. There is a single, brief moment of innocent, cartoonish flirtation between two child-coded animal sidekicks that is played for comedy.

How violent is Barbie of Swan Lake?

Violence is infrequent and very mild, consisting of cartoonish magical peril. The villain Rothbart threatens characters with magic, transforms Odette into a swan, and briefly imprisons a supporting character. In the climax, he fires magical energy blasts. A…

Is the language in Barbie of Swan Lake appropriate for kids?

None.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Barbie of Swan Lake?

None.

What mature themes appear in Barbie of Swan Lake?

The film's primary themes involve overcoming self-doubt and finding courage. The villain, Rothbart, is menacing and places the heroine in sustained peril through a magical curse. A key scene involves a character collapsing as if dying after a magical pact is…

How long is Barbie of Swan Lake?

Barbie of Swan Lake runs 83 minutes, directed by Owen Hurley, released in 2003.

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