Poster for Charlotte's Web

Charlotte's Web (2006) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Wilbur the pig is scared of the end of the season, because he knows that come that time, he will end up on the dinner table. He hatches a plan with Charlotte, a spider that lives in his pen, to ensure that this will never happen.

Rated G • 2006 • 1h 37m

6.2
1K+
Average rating by Bontent members
Sign up for full access
Age
6+

This G-rated live-action adaptation of 'Charlotte's Web' earns its rating primarily through its mature themes, specifically the imminent death of the main character, Wilbur the pig, and the eventual peaceful-but-sad death of his spider friend, Charlotte. The narrative centers on the barn animals' efforts to save Wilbur from being slaughtered for Christmas dinner, a concept that may be upsetting for very young or sensitive viewers… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Dakota Fanning
Dakota Fanning
Julia Roberts
Julia Roberts
Steve Buscemi
Steve Buscemi
John Cleese
John Cleese
Oprah Winfrey
Oprah Winfrey
Cedric the Entertainer
Cedric the Entertainer
Reba McEntire
Reba McEntire
Kathy Bates
Kathy Bates
Robert Redford
Robert Redford
Thomas Haden Church
Thomas Haden Church
André 3000
André 3000
Dominic Scott Kay
Dominic Scott Kay
Sign up to get 40,000+ Bontent parent guides
Unlock ratings, reviews, recommendations and guides for all content types

Is Charlotte's Web appropriate for kids?

This G-rated live-action adaptation of 'Charlotte's Web' earns its rating primarily through its mature themes, specifically the imminent death of the main character, Wilbur the pig, and the eventual peaceful-but-sad death of his spider friend, Charlotte. The narrative centers on… Read more — free account

Content severity in Charlotte's Web

Sex None 0/10
Violence Mild 2/10
Language Mild 1/10
Substances None 0/10
Themes Moderate 3/10

What happens in Charlotte's Web, moment by moment

  1. 0:02 ⚔ Violence & Gore 2/10
  2. 0:21 ⚔ Violence & Gore 1/10
  3. 0:25 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
Unlock all 10 flagged moments — free account →

Sex and nudity in Charlotte's Web

None. This film contains no sexual content, nudity, or innuendo.

Violence and gore in Charlotte's Web

Violence is very mild and infrequent, presented in a slapstick, non-injurious manner. Early in the film, a farmer picks up an axe with the intent to kill a piglet, but is stopped. Other instances include crows comically chasing a rat, animals fainting and falling harmlessly, and a goose slapping another with its wing. These moments are brief and played for light comedy or minor peril.

Language in Charlotte's Web

Language is extremely mild. There is some light name-calling among the animals, such as "creepy" or "disgusting." According to IMDb user reports, the phrase "ungodly hour" is used. There is no profanity.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Charlotte's Web

None. There is no depiction of alcohol, smoking, or drug use.

Mature themes in Charlotte's Web

The film's primary content concerns are thematic. The central plot revolves around Wilbur the pig's fear of being slaughtered for food, a recurring topic of discussion among the animals. The film culminates in the gentle but definitive on-screen death of a major character, Charlotte the spider, due to natural causes. These scenes of fear, impending death, final goodbyes, and loss can be emotionally intense and sad for young viewers.

Scary moments in Charlotte's Web

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Charlotte's Web 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.

Bontent Member Reviews

Register for free to join the conversation!

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte's Web appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Charlotte's Web is best for ages 6+. It's rated G. This G-rated live-action adaptation of 'Charlotte's Web' earns its rating primarily through its mature themes, specifically the imminent death of the main character, Wilbur the pig, and the eventual peaceful-but-sad…

What age rating does Charlotte's Web have?

Charlotte's Web is officially rated G. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 6+.

What is Charlotte's Web about?

This G-rated live-action adaptation of 'Charlotte's Web' earns its rating primarily through its mature themes, specifically the imminent death of the main character, Wilbur the pig, and the eventual peaceful-but-sad death of his spider friend, Charlotte. The narrative centers on the barn animals' efforts to save…

Is there sex or nudity in Charlotte's Web?

None. This film contains no sexual content, nudity, or innuendo.

How violent is Charlotte's Web?

Violence is very mild and infrequent, presented in a slapstick, non-injurious manner. Early in the film, a farmer picks up an axe with the intent to kill a piglet, but is stopped. Other instances include crows comically chasing a rat, animals fainting and…

Is the language in Charlotte's Web appropriate for kids?

Language is extremely mild. There is some light name-calling among the animals, such as "creepy" or "disgusting." According to IMDb user reports, the phrase "ungodly hour" is used. There is no profanity.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Charlotte's Web?

None. There is no depiction of alcohol, smoking, or drug use.

What mature themes appear in Charlotte's Web?

The film's primary content concerns are thematic. The central plot revolves around Wilbur the pig's fear of being slaughtered for food, a recurring topic of discussion among the animals. The film culminates in the gentle but definitive on-screen death of a…

How long is Charlotte's Web?

Charlotte's Web runs 97 minutes, directed by Gary Winick, released in 2006.

Where can I read the full Charlotte's Web parent guide?

Create a free Bontent account to unlock the full scene-by-scene notes, filter by your kids' ages, and save titles to your personal watchlist.

Sign up for access to 40,000+ parent guides.