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Dragon Rider (2020) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

An unlikely trio of heroes – a dragon, a boy and a forest brownie – embark on an epic adventure to find the “Rim of Heaven” - the mythological safe haven for all dragons.

Rated NR • 2020 • 1h 40m

Age
6+

Dragon Rider is a family-oriented animated adventure that follows Firedrake, a young dragon, and his companions on a quest to find the mythical Rim of Heaven. The film is rated for younger audiences and relies on mild fantasy action, comedic peril, and themes of friendship and acceptance. While the story features a robotic antagonist that may intimidate very young viewers, the overall tone remains light and adventurous. It is suitable… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Thomas Brodie-Sangster
Thomas Brodie-Sangster
Freddie Highmore
Freddie Highmore
Felicity Jones
Felicity Jones
Patrick Stewart
Patrick Stewart
Sanjeev Bhaskar
Sanjeev Bhaskar
Nonso Anozie
Nonso Anozie
Meera Syal
Meera Syal
Alex Norton
Alex Norton
Peter Marinker
Peter Marinker
Stephen Hogan
Stephen Hogan
Glenn Wrage
Glenn Wrage
Eric Meyers
Eric Meyers
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Is Dragon Rider appropriate for kids?

Dragon Rider is a family-oriented animated adventure that follows Firedrake, a young dragon, and his companions on a quest to find the mythical Rim of Heaven. The film is rated for younger audiences and relies on mild fantasy action, comedic peril, and themes of friendship and… Read more — free account

Content severity in Dragon Rider

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

What happens in Dragon Rider, moment by moment

  1. 0:12 ⚔ Violence & Gore 2/10
  2. 0:22 🔥 Mature Themes 2/10
  3. 0:35 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
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Sex and nudity in Dragon Rider

None. There is no sexual content in the film.

Violence and gore in Dragon Rider

Violence is limited to stylized fantasy action typical of animated adventure films. Characters engage in chase sequences, minor collisions, and confrontations with mechanical enemies that result in no blood or realistic injury. These sequences follow the animation modifier rules, as they feature non-human characters in a lighthearted, non-realistic context.

Language in Dragon Rider

None. There is no profanity or offensive language.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Dragon Rider

None. There is no substance use in the film.

Mature themes in Dragon Rider

The film explores themes of prejudice against dragons and the search for belonging. There is a minor subplot involving the loss of a home and the fear of extinction, which is handled with a focus on hope and cooperation.

Scary moments in Dragon Rider

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Dragon Rider 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 Dragon Rider appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Dragon Rider is best for ages 6+. It's rated NR. Dragon Rider is a family-oriented animated adventure that follows Firedrake, a young dragon, and his companions on a quest to find the mythical Rim of Heaven. The film is rated for younger audiences and relies on mild…

What age rating does Dragon Rider have?

Dragon Rider is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 6+.

What is Dragon Rider about?

Dragon Rider is a family-oriented animated adventure that follows Firedrake, a young dragon, and his companions on a quest to find the mythical Rim of Heaven. The film is rated for younger audiences and relies on mild fantasy action, comedic peril, and themes of friendship and acceptance. While the story features a…

Is there sex or nudity in Dragon Rider?

None. There is no sexual content in the film.

How violent is Dragon Rider?

Violence is limited to stylized fantasy action typical of animated adventure films. Characters engage in chase sequences, minor collisions, and confrontations with mechanical enemies that result in no blood or realistic injury. These sequences follow the…

Is the language in Dragon Rider appropriate for kids?

None. There is no profanity or offensive language.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Dragon Rider?

None. There is no substance use in the film.

What mature themes appear in Dragon Rider?

The film explores themes of prejudice against dragons and the search for belonging. There is a minor subplot involving the loss of a home and the fear of extinction, which is handled with a focus on hope and cooperation.

How long is Dragon Rider?

Dragon Rider runs 100 minutes, directed by Tomer Eshed, released in 2020.

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