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Christmas Inheritance (2017) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

To inherit her father's company, socialite Ellen must first visit his small hometown, where she learns the value of hard work and helping others.

Rated NR • 2017 • 1h 45m

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Christmas Inheritance is a family-oriented holiday film about a socialite named Ellen who must travel to her father's hometown to learn humility before inheriting his business. The movie contains no significant violence, profanity, or sexual content, though it includes mild romantic themes and social conflict. Parents should be aware of a few instances of light alcohol consumption and emotional moments regarding character growth. It is… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Eliza Taylor
Eliza Taylor
Andie MacDowell
Andie MacDowell
Jake Lacy
Jake Lacy
Ben Rosenbaum
Ben Rosenbaum
Neil Crone
Neil Crone
Michael Xavier
Michael Xavier
Lori Hallier
Lori Hallier
Anthony Sherwood
Anthony Sherwood
Mag Ruffman
Mag Ruffman
Bill Lake
Bill Lake
Laura Miyata
Laura Miyata
Martin Roach
Martin Roach
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Is Christmas Inheritance appropriate for kids?

Christmas Inheritance is a family-oriented holiday film about a socialite named Ellen who must travel to her father's hometown to learn humility before inheriting his business. The movie contains no significant violence, profanity, or sexual content, though it includes mild… Read more — free account

Content severity in Christmas Inheritance

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

What happens in Christmas Inheritance, moment by moment

  1. 0:10 🔥 Mature Themes 2/10
  2. 0:25 ♥ Sex & Nudity 1/10
  3. 0:45 ♥ Sex & Nudity 1/10
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Sex and nudity in Christmas Inheritance

The film contains very mild, non-explicit content. There is a brief shot of a woman's underpants during a cartwheel and the lead character occasionally wears clothing that shows cleavage, but there is no nudity or sexual activity.

Violence and gore in Christmas Inheritance

None. The film contains no on-screen physical aggression, combat, or dangerous weapons.

Language in Christmas Inheritance

None. The dialogue is clean and free of profanity.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Christmas Inheritance

There is a very brief scene where characters are shown casually drinking alcohol in a social bar setting.

Mature themes in Christmas Inheritance

The story centers on themes of personal growth, the value of hard work, and the importance of family traditions. Ellen deals with the emotional challenge of her mother's passing and her own past shallow behavior.

Scary moments in Christmas Inheritance

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Christmas Inheritance 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 Christmas Inheritance appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Christmas Inheritance is best for ages 5+. It's rated NR. Christmas Inheritance is a family-oriented holiday film about a socialite named Ellen who must travel to her father's hometown to learn humility before inheriting his business. The movie contains no significant…

What age rating does Christmas Inheritance have?

Christmas Inheritance is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 5+.

What is Christmas Inheritance about?

Christmas Inheritance is a family-oriented holiday film about a socialite named Ellen who must travel to her father's hometown to learn humility before inheriting his business. The movie contains no significant violence, profanity, or sexual content, though it includes mild romantic themes and social conflict. Parents…

Is there sex or nudity in Christmas Inheritance?

The film contains very mild, non-explicit content. There is a brief shot of a woman's underpants during a cartwheel and the lead character occasionally wears clothing that shows cleavage, but there is no nudity or sexual activity.

How violent is Christmas Inheritance?

None. The film contains no on-screen physical aggression, combat, or dangerous weapons.

Is the language in Christmas Inheritance appropriate for kids?

None. The dialogue is clean and free of profanity.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Christmas Inheritance?

There is a very brief scene where characters are shown casually drinking alcohol in a social bar setting.

What mature themes appear in Christmas Inheritance?

The story centers on themes of personal growth, the value of hard work, and the importance of family traditions. Ellen deals with the emotional challenge of her mother's passing and her own past shallow behavior.

How long is Christmas Inheritance?

Christmas Inheritance runs 105 minutes, directed by Ernie Barbarash, released in 2017.

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