DragonHeart: A New Beginning (2000) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
When Geoff, an orphaned stable boy (Chris Masterson), discovers Drake (voice of Robby Benson), the world's last living dragon, he realizes that his dream of becoming a knight in shining armor can now come true. Together, they soon face challenges that turn them into heroes. But caught up in the excitement of their new lives, Geoff and Drake fail to see the hidden dangers that surround them.
Rated PG • 2000 • 1h 24m
DragonHeart: A New Beginning received its PG rating for fantasy action violence and some frightening themes. The film follows a stable boy named Geoff and the young dragon Drake as they face a corrupt advisor who is secretly a vengeful dragon. Parents should be aware of several sword fights and a climactic dragon battle. One character is killed by a thrown knife, another is impaled, and a villain cuts his own chest open in a… Sign up for the full guide
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Is DragonHeart: A New Beginning appropriate for kids?
DragonHeart: A New Beginning received its PG rating for fantasy action violence and some frightening themes. The film follows a stable boy named Geoff and the young dragon Drake as they face a corrupt advisor who is secretly a vengeful dragon. Parents should be aware of several… Read more — free account
Content severity in DragonHeart: A New Beginning
What happens in DragonHeart: A New Beginning, moment by moment
- 0:21 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
- 0:25 🍷 Substances 2/10
- 0:30 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
Sex and nudity in DragonHeart: A New Beginning
Content is nearly absent. In one scene, a man doing manual labor is briefly shown wearing a skimpy loincloth, but there is no other nudity or sexual content.
Violence and gore in DragonHeart: A New Beginning
Contains moderate fantasy violence. There are several scenes of sword fighting and hand-to-hand combat, but with minimal blood or gore. The final act features an extended battle between two dragons. More intense moments include a man being killed by a thrown knife, another being impaled by an ice shard, and the villain cutting his own chest open with a knife to perform a ritual; this last moment is intense but not graphic.
Language in DragonHeart: A New Beginning
None. No profanity is used in the film.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in DragonHeart: A New Beginning
Minor. The king is secretly poisoned by his advisor over time, which is a key plot point but is not depicted graphically. There is no other significant substance use.
Mature themes in DragonHeart: A New Beginning
The film has some moderately intense themes. The deaths of several characters, including a mentor figure and temporarily a main character, are depicted on-screen and could be upsetting for younger viewers. The villain's plot is driven by revenge and betrayal, and he attempts to corrupt the heroes through deception. The concept of sharing a heart to save a life involves a sacrificial element that is central to the plot.
Scary moments in DragonHeart: A New Beginning
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is DragonHeart: A New Beginning appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests DragonHeart: A New Beginning is best for ages 10+. It's rated PG. DragonHeart: A New Beginning received its PG rating for fantasy action violence and some frightening themes. The film follows a stable boy named Geoff and the young dragon Drake as they face a corrupt advisor who is…
What age rating does DragonHeart: A New Beginning have?
DragonHeart: A New Beginning is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is DragonHeart: A New Beginning about?
DragonHeart: A New Beginning received its PG rating for fantasy action violence and some frightening themes. The film follows a stable boy named Geoff and the young dragon Drake as they face a corrupt advisor who is secretly a vengeful dragon. Parents should be aware of several sword fights and a climactic dragon…
Is there sex or nudity in DragonHeart: A New Beginning?
Content is nearly absent. In one scene, a man doing manual labor is briefly shown wearing a skimpy loincloth, but there is no other nudity or sexual content.
How violent is DragonHeart: A New Beginning?
Contains moderate fantasy violence. There are several scenes of sword fighting and hand-to-hand combat, but with minimal blood or gore. The final act features an extended battle between two dragons. More intense moments include a man being killed by a thrown…
Is the language in DragonHeart: A New Beginning appropriate for kids?
None. No profanity is used in the film.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in DragonHeart: A New Beginning?
Minor. The king is secretly poisoned by his advisor over time, which is a key plot point but is not depicted graphically. There is no other significant substance use.
What mature themes appear in DragonHeart: A New Beginning?
The film has some moderately intense themes. The deaths of several characters, including a mentor figure and temporarily a main character, are depicted on-screen and could be upsetting for younger viewers. The villain's plot is driven by revenge and betrayal…
How long is DragonHeart: A New Beginning?
DragonHeart: A New Beginning runs 84 minutes, directed by Doug Lefler, released in 2000.
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