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Descendants: The Rise of Red (2024) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

After the Queen of Hearts incites a coup on Auradon, her rebellious daughter Red and Cinderella's perfectionist daughter Chloe join forces and travel back in time to try to undo the traumatic event that set Red's mother down her villainous path.

Rated G • 2024 • 1h 32m

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Descendants: The Rise of Red follows Red, the rebellious daughter of the Queen of Hearts, as she teams up with Chloe, daughter of Cinderella, to prevent a dark timeline from unfolding. The film is rated G and centers on a musical time-travel adventure filled with lighthearted fantasy action. Parents should be aware of moderate magical peril, brief mentions of historical execution, and cartoonish bullying involving teenage villains. The… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Kylie Cantrall
Kylie Cantrall
Malia Baker
Malia Baker
Ruby Rose Turner
Ruby Rose Turner
Morgan Dudley
Morgan Dudley
Dara Reneé
Dara Reneé
Joshua Colley
Joshua Colley
Peder Lindell
Peder Lindell
Rita Ora
Rita Ora
China Anne McClain
China Anne McClain
Brandy Norwood
Brandy Norwood
Melanie Paxson
Melanie Paxson
Mars
Mars
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Is Descendants: The Rise of Red appropriate for kids?

Descendants: The Rise of Red follows Red, the rebellious daughter of the Queen of Hearts, as she teams up with Chloe, daughter of Cinderella, to prevent a dark timeline from unfolding. The film is rated G and centers on a musical time-travel adventure filled with lighthearted… Read more — free account

Content severity in Descendants: The Rise of Red

Sex None 0/10
Violence Moderate 4/10
Language Mild 2/10
Substances None 0/10
Themes Moderate 3/10

What happens in Descendants: The Rise of Red, moment by moment

  1. 0:12 💬 Language 2/10
  2. 0:25 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
  3. 0:30 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
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Sex and nudity in Descendants: The Rise of Red

There is no sexual content in the film. Red expresses a brief, passing interest in a young man until she discovers his identity as her friend's father.

Violence and gore in Descendants: The Rise of Red

The film contains mild fantasy action, including stylized swordplay and magical combat. Characters are threatened with non-lethal magical traps, and Red uses non-realistic explosives. A high-stakes scene features a sword held to a character's neck, though it remains non-graphic.

Language in Descendants: The Rise of Red

Mild, age-appropriate language is used throughout the dialogue. Characters occasionally use terms like 'sucks' and 'heck' to express frustration.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Descendants: The Rise of Red

There is no substance use or reference to alcohol, drugs, or smoking in the film.

Mature themes in Descendants: The Rise of Red

The film touches on themes of bullying, the pressure to conform, and the consequences of past trauma. Characters face choices regarding whether to perpetuate cycles of villainy or choose a different path.

Scary moments in Descendants: The Rise of Red

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Descendants: The Rise of Red 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 Descendants: The Rise of Red appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Descendants: The Rise of Red is best for ages 6+. It's rated G. Descendants: The Rise of Red follows Red, the rebellious daughter of the Queen of Hearts, as she teams up with Chloe, daughter of Cinderella, to prevent a dark timeline from unfolding. The film is rated G and centers on…

What age rating does Descendants: The Rise of Red have?

Descendants: The Rise of Red is officially rated G. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 6+.

What is Descendants: The Rise of Red about?

Descendants: The Rise of Red follows Red, the rebellious daughter of the Queen of Hearts, as she teams up with Chloe, daughter of Cinderella, to prevent a dark timeline from unfolding. The film is rated G and centers on a musical time-travel adventure filled with lighthearted fantasy action. Parents should be aware of…

Is there sex or nudity in Descendants: The Rise of Red?

There is no sexual content in the film. Red expresses a brief, passing interest in a young man until she discovers his identity as her friend's father.

How violent is Descendants: The Rise of Red?

The film contains mild fantasy action, including stylized swordplay and magical combat. Characters are threatened with non-lethal magical traps, and Red uses non-realistic explosives. A high-stakes scene features a sword held to a character's neck, though it…

Is the language in Descendants: The Rise of Red appropriate for kids?

Mild, age-appropriate language is used throughout the dialogue. Characters occasionally use terms like 'sucks' and 'heck' to express frustration.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Descendants: The Rise of Red?

There is no substance use or reference to alcohol, drugs, or smoking in the film.

What mature themes appear in Descendants: The Rise of Red?

The film touches on themes of bullying, the pressure to conform, and the consequences of past trauma. Characters face choices regarding whether to perpetuate cycles of villainy or choose a different path.

How long is Descendants: The Rise of Red?

Descendants: The Rise of Red runs 92 minutes, directed by Jennifer Phang, released in 2024.

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