DragonHeart (1996) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
In an ancient time when majestic fire-breathers soared through the skies, a knight named Bowen comes face to face and heart to heart with the last dragon on Earth, Draco. Taking up arms to suppress a tyrant king, Bowen soon realizes his task will be harder than he'd imagined: If he kills the king, Draco will die as well.
Rated PG-13 • 1996 • 1h 43m
DragonHeart earns its PG-13 rating for frequent medieval fantasy violence and some intense thematic material. The film centers on Sir Bowen, a knight who teams up with Draco, the last dragon, to fight the tyrannical King Einon. Parents should be aware of numerous sword-and-sorcery battle scenes involving stabbings and deaths, though they are largely bloodless. The most intense elements involve a character being impaled, a king… Sign up for the full guide
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Is DragonHeart appropriate for kids?
DragonHeart earns its PG-13 rating for frequent medieval fantasy violence and some intense thematic material. The film centers on Sir Bowen, a knight who teams up with Draco, the last dragon, to fight the tyrannical King Einon. Parents should be aware of numerous… Read more — free account
Content severity in DragonHeart
What happens in DragonHeart, moment by moment
- 0:04 ⚔ Violence & Gore 6/10
- 0:06 ⚔ Violence & Gore 7/10
- 0:09 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
Sex and nudity in DragonHeart
Sexual content is very light. In one scene, the villainous King Einon forcefully kisses a captive woman (Kara) and tries to pressure her into becoming his queen; she strongly rejects him. In a comedic moment, a character accidentally touches a woman's clothed breast while helping her up.
Violence and gore in DragonHeart
The film contains frequent but generally stylized and bloodless fantasy violence. The opening battle features soldiers being cut down with swords and impaled. A key scene shows a young prince being stabbed through the chest with a wooden stake, a non-gory but clear wound. Characters fight with swords, axes, and bows throughout. A king kills a man to "free" him from servitude, another king murders his own mother (her scream is heard off-screen), and the final climax involves a main character being killed by an…
Read more — free accountLanguage in DragonHeart
Language is extremely mild. Profanity is limited to archaic insults like "scum," "lout," and "vagabond," along with exclamations such as "My God" and "for God's sake." There are no uses of strong, modern profanity.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in DragonHeart
This category is minimal. One scene features characters in a castle hall drinking wine and ale from goblets, with some appearing to be drunk and merry.
Mature themes in DragonHeart
The film explores significant themes of honor, betrayal, redemption, and sacrifice. The central plot revolves around a shared heart between a good dragon and an evil king, raising questions about innate goodness versus corruption. The death of a major, beloved character is depicted as a noble and necessary sacrifice to save the kingdom, which can be emotionally intense and moving for viewers. The film also touches on the corrupting influence of absolute power.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is DragonHeart appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests DragonHeart is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. DragonHeart earns its PG-13 rating for frequent medieval fantasy violence and some intense thematic material. The film centers on Sir Bowen, a knight who teams up with Draco, the last dragon, to fight the tyrannical…
What age rating does DragonHeart have?
DragonHeart is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is DragonHeart about?
DragonHeart earns its PG-13 rating for frequent medieval fantasy violence and some intense thematic material. The film centers on Sir Bowen, a knight who teams up with Draco, the last dragon, to fight the tyrannical King Einon. Parents should be aware of numerous sword-and-sorcery battle scenes involving stabbings and…
Is there sex or nudity in DragonHeart?
Sexual content is very light. In one scene, the villainous King Einon forcefully kisses a captive woman (Kara) and tries to pressure her into becoming his queen; she strongly rejects him. In a comedic moment, a character accidentally touches a woman's clothed…
How violent is DragonHeart?
The film contains frequent but generally stylized and bloodless fantasy violence. The opening battle features soldiers being cut down with swords and impaled. A key scene shows a young prince being stabbed through the chest with a wooden stake, a non-gory but…
Is the language in DragonHeart appropriate for kids?
Language is extremely mild. Profanity is limited to archaic insults like "scum," "lout," and "vagabond," along with exclamations such as "My God" and "for God's sake." There are no uses of strong, modern profanity.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in DragonHeart?
This category is minimal. One scene features characters in a castle hall drinking wine and ale from goblets, with some appearing to be drunk and merry.
What mature themes appear in DragonHeart?
The film explores significant themes of honor, betrayal, redemption, and sacrifice. The central plot revolves around a shared heart between a good dragon and an evil king, raising questions about innate goodness versus corruption. The death of a major…
How long is DragonHeart?
DragonHeart runs 103 minutes, directed by Rob Cohen, released in 1996.
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