Descendants 2 (2017) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
When the pressure to be royal becomes too much for Mal, she returns to the Isle of the Lost where her archenemy Uma, Ursula's daughter, has taken her spot as self-proclaimed queen.
Rated G • 2017 • 1h 51m
Descendants 2 follows Mal, daughter of Maleficent, as she struggles with her transition to life as a princess in Auradon. Feeling overwhelmed, she returns to the Isle of the Lost and faces a new antagonist, Uma, the daughter of Ursula. The film is a musical fantasy featuring stylized magic-based conflicts, romantic tension, and themes of self-acceptance and belonging. It is generally suitable for most children, though some sequences… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Descendants 2 appropriate for kids?
Descendants 2 follows Mal, daughter of Maleficent, as she struggles with her transition to life as a princess in Auradon. Feeling overwhelmed, she returns to the Isle of the Lost and faces a new antagonist, Uma, the daughter of Ursula. The film is a musical fantasy featuring… Read more — free account
Content severity in Descendants 2
What happens in Descendants 2, moment by moment
- 0:15 🍷 Substances 2/10
- 0:22 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
- 0:45 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
Sex and nudity in Descendants 2
The film contains only mild romantic elements, including a few brief, chaste kisses between teenage characters.
Violence and gore in Descendants 2
Fantasy-based action includes sword fighting, magic-user standoffs, and non-graphic physical scuffles. These sequences are framed with a light, stylized tone typical of Disney musical adventures; no blood or serious injuries are depicted.
Language in Descendants 2
There is no profanity in the film.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Descendants 2
A magical 'truth' sweet is consumed by a character, which causes them to speak bluntly; there is no real-world drug or alcohol use.
Mature themes in Descendants 2
The story centers on internal conflict, peer pressure, the desire for acceptance, and the burden of living up to parental expectations. Characters also grapple with feelings of isolation and the complexities of choosing their own paths.
Scary moments in Descendants 2
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Descendants 2 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Descendants 2 appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Descendants 2 is best for ages 7+. It's rated G. Descendants 2 follows Mal, daughter of Maleficent, as she struggles with her transition to life as a princess in Auradon. Feeling overwhelmed, she returns to the Isle of the Lost and faces a new antagonist, Uma, the…
What age rating does Descendants 2 have?
Descendants 2 is officially rated G. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 7+.
What is Descendants 2 about?
Descendants 2 follows Mal, daughter of Maleficent, as she struggles with her transition to life as a princess in Auradon. Feeling overwhelmed, she returns to the Isle of the Lost and faces a new antagonist, Uma, the daughter of Ursula. The film is a musical fantasy featuring stylized magic-based conflicts, romantic…
Is there sex or nudity in Descendants 2?
The film contains only mild romantic elements, including a few brief, chaste kisses between teenage characters.
How violent is Descendants 2?
Fantasy-based action includes sword fighting, magic-user standoffs, and non-graphic physical scuffles. These sequences are framed with a light, stylized tone typical of Disney musical adventures; no blood or serious injuries are depicted.
Is the language in Descendants 2 appropriate for kids?
There is no profanity in the film.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Descendants 2?
A magical 'truth' sweet is consumed by a character, which causes them to speak bluntly; there is no real-world drug or alcohol use.
What mature themes appear in Descendants 2?
The story centers on internal conflict, peer pressure, the desire for acceptance, and the burden of living up to parental expectations. Characters also grapple with feelings of isolation and the complexities of choosing their own paths.
How long is Descendants 2?
Descendants 2 runs 111 minutes, directed by Kenny Ortega, released in 2017.
Where can I read the full Descendants 2 parent guide?
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