Beauty and the Beast (2017) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
A live-action adaptation of Disney's version of the classic tale of a cursed prince and a beautiful young woman who helps him break the spell.
Rated PG • 2017 • 2h 9m
This live-action adaptation of the classic Disney tale earns its PG rating for sequences of action violence, peril, and some frightening images. The most intense scenes in "Beauty and the Beast" involve characters being attacked by menacing wolves and the final confrontation where the Beast is shot and wounded by Gaston. The film also contains mature thematic elements, including the death of a parent from plague, imprisonment, and mob… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Beauty and the Beast appropriate for kids?
This live-action adaptation of the classic Disney tale earns its PG rating for sequences of action violence, peril, and some frightening images. The most intense scenes in "Beauty and the Beast" involve characters being attacked by menacing wolves and the final confrontation… Read more — free account
Content severity in Beauty and the Beast
What happens in Beauty and the Beast, moment by moment
- 0:05 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
- 0:25 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
- 0:39 💬 Language 3/10
Sex and nudity in Beauty and the Beast
Content in this category is very light. Belle and the Prince share a kiss near the end of the film. Gaston's persistent and unwanted romantic pursuit of Belle could be interpreted as a form of harassment. There is also a brief, blink-and-you'll-miss-it moment where LeFou is seen dancing with another man in the final ballroom scene.
Violence and gore in Beauty and the Beast
The film contains moderate action violence and peril. There are two intense sequences where characters are attacked by a pack of CGI wolves, resulting in growling, lunging, and visible but not gory injuries to the Beast. The climax features a large-scale battle between villagers and enchanted objects, which is mostly chaotic and slapstick. More intensely, Gaston hunts the Beast, shoots him twice with a pistol, and Gaston himself falls to his death from a collapsing bridge (the impact is not shown).
Language in Beauty and the Beast
Language is almost non-existent. In a moment of anger, the Beast shouts at Belle that if she had touched the enchanted rose, she would have "Damned them all." This is the singular use of any noteworthy profanity.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Beauty and the Beast
Substance use is brief and incidental. During the musical number "Gaston," villagers are shown drinking mugs of beer in a tavern. Wine is also shown being served at the Prince's ball at the beginning of the movie.
Mature themes in Beauty and the Beast
The film explores several mature themes that may be upsetting for children. The central plot involves Belle being held as a prisoner in the Beast's castle. A flashback reveals that Belle's mother died of the bubonic plague, a scene that is emotionally sad. The themes of mob mentality and prejudice are prominent when Gaston incites the villagers to attack the Beast. The finale includes the on-screen death of the Beast and the emotional transformation of the servants into inanimate objects, both of which are intense…
Read more — free accountScary moments in Beauty and the Beast
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Beauty and the Beast appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Beauty and the Beast is best for ages 8+. It's rated PG. This live-action adaptation of the classic Disney tale earns its PG rating for sequences of action violence, peril, and some frightening images. The most intense scenes in "Beauty and the Beast" involve characters being…
What age rating does Beauty and the Beast have?
Beauty and the Beast is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 8+.
What is Beauty and the Beast about?
This live-action adaptation of the classic Disney tale earns its PG rating for sequences of action violence, peril, and some frightening images. The most intense scenes in "Beauty and the Beast" involve characters being attacked by menacing wolves and the final confrontation where the Beast is shot and wounded by…
Is there sex or nudity in Beauty and the Beast?
Content in this category is very light. Belle and the Prince share a kiss near the end of the film. Gaston's persistent and unwanted romantic pursuit of Belle could be interpreted as a form of harassment. There is also a brief, blink-and-you'll-miss-it moment…
How violent is Beauty and the Beast?
The film contains moderate action violence and peril. There are two intense sequences where characters are attacked by a pack of CGI wolves, resulting in growling, lunging, and visible but not gory injuries to the Beast. The climax features a large-scale…
Is the language in Beauty and the Beast appropriate for kids?
Language is almost non-existent. In a moment of anger, the Beast shouts at Belle that if she had touched the enchanted rose, she would have "Damned them all." This is the singular use of any noteworthy profanity.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Beauty and the Beast?
Substance use is brief and incidental. During the musical number "Gaston," villagers are shown drinking mugs of beer in a tavern. Wine is also shown being served at the Prince's ball at the beginning of the movie.
What mature themes appear in Beauty and the Beast?
The film explores several mature themes that may be upsetting for children. The central plot involves Belle being held as a prisoner in the Beast's castle. A flashback reveals that Belle's mother died of the bubonic plague, a scene that is emotionally sad…
How long is Beauty and the Beast?
Beauty and the Beast runs 129 minutes, directed by Bill Condon, released in 2017.
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