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Crossword Mysteries: Abracadaver (2020) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

During her birthday celebration, Tess and Logan find themselves swept up in a world that isn't always what it seems when the headlining magician at the Magic Manor winds up dead.

Rated PG • 2020 • 1h 25m

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This film's PG rating is due to its central murder mystery plot. In "Crossword Mysteries: Abracadaver," a magician dies on stage, prompting crossword editor Tess Thorne to investigate. While the movie revolves around a homicide, all violence is very mild and implied, with the death occurring off-screen and the body shown only briefly and without injury detail. The tone remains light and focuses on puzzle-solving rather than suspense or… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Lacey Chabert
Lacey Chabert
Brennan Elliott
Brennan Elliott
Barbara Niven
Barbara Niven
John Kapelos
John Kapelos
Genevieve Kang
Genevieve Kang
Steve Belford
Steve Belford
Noam Jenkins
Noam Jenkins
Kaitlyn Leeb
Kaitlyn Leeb
Paulino Nunes
Paulino Nunes
Matthew Gouveia
Matthew Gouveia
Cynthia Preston
Cynthia Preston
Romaine Waite
Romaine Waite
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Is Crossword Mysteries: Abracadaver appropriate for kids?

This film's PG rating is due to its central murder mystery plot. In "Crossword Mysteries: Abracadaver," a magician dies on stage, prompting crossword editor Tess Thorne to investigate. While the movie revolves around a homicide, all violence is very mild and implied, with the… Read more — free account

Content severity in Crossword Mysteries: Abracadaver

Sex Mild 1/10
Violence Moderate 4/10
Language None 0/10
Substances Mild 2/10
Themes Strong 5/10

What happens in Crossword Mysteries: Abracadaver, moment by moment

  1. 0:06 🍷 Substances 2/10
  2. 0:12 ⚔ Violence & Gore 4/10
  3. 0:14 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
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Sex and nudity in Crossword Mysteries: Abracadaver

Flirtatious banter and a brief, chaste romantic moment between the two leads are the extent of the sexual content. There is no innuendo or sexual discussion.

Violence and gore in Crossword Mysteries: Abracadaver

Violence is very mild and largely off-screen. The central plot involves a murder, but the death is not shown graphically; a body is discovered, but without blood or injury. One scene involves a character being briefly menaced by the killer before they are apprehended, but there are no fights, weapons, or intense peril.

Language in Crossword Mysteries: Abracadaver

None. There is no profanity in the film.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Crossword Mysteries: Abracadaver

Adults are briefly seen drinking wine or other alcoholic beverages in social settings, such as at a party or a restaurant. There is no depiction of intoxication or substance abuse.

Mature themes in Crossword Mysteries: Abracadaver

The primary theme is murder and its investigation. The film explores related themes of deception, professional jealousy, betrayal, and greed as potential motives for the crime. These mature topics are handled in a sanitized, accessible way, focusing on the intellectual puzzle of the mystery.

Scary moments in Crossword Mysteries: Abracadaver

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Crossword Mysteries: Abracadaver 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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Is Crossword Mysteries: Abracadaver appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Crossword Mysteries: Abracadaver is best for ages 10+. It's rated PG. This film's PG rating is due to its central murder mystery plot. In "Crossword Mysteries: Abracadaver," a magician dies on stage, prompting crossword editor Tess Thorne to investigate. While the movie revolves around a…

What age rating does Crossword Mysteries: Abracadaver have?

Crossword Mysteries: Abracadaver is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.

What is Crossword Mysteries: Abracadaver about?

This film's PG rating is due to its central murder mystery plot. In "Crossword Mysteries: Abracadaver," a magician dies on stage, prompting crossword editor Tess Thorne to investigate. While the movie revolves around a homicide, all violence is very mild and implied, with the death occurring off-screen and the body…

Is there sex or nudity in Crossword Mysteries: Abracadaver?

Flirtatious banter and a brief, chaste romantic moment between the two leads are the extent of the sexual content. There is no innuendo or sexual discussion.

How violent is Crossword Mysteries: Abracadaver?

Violence is very mild and largely off-screen. The central plot involves a murder, but the death is not shown graphically; a body is discovered, but without blood or injury. One scene involves a character being briefly menaced by the killer before they are…

Is the language in Crossword Mysteries: Abracadaver appropriate for kids?

None. There is no profanity in the film.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Crossword Mysteries: Abracadaver?

Adults are briefly seen drinking wine or other alcoholic beverages in social settings, such as at a party or a restaurant. There is no depiction of intoxication or substance abuse.

What mature themes appear in Crossword Mysteries: Abracadaver?

The primary theme is murder and its investigation. The film explores related themes of deception, professional jealousy, betrayal, and greed as potential motives for the crime. These mature topics are handled in a sanitized, accessible way, focusing on the…

How long is Crossword Mysteries: Abracadaver?

Crossword Mysteries: Abracadaver runs 85 minutes, directed by Jonathan Wright, released in 2020.

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