Enola Holmes (2020) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
While searching for her missing mother, intrepid teen Enola Holmes uses her sleuthing skills to outsmart big brother Sherlock and help a runaway lord.
Rated PG-13 • 2020 • 2h 4m
Enola Holmes is a fast-paced Victorian-era adventure centering on the teen sister of Sherlock Holmes as she searches for her missing mother and protects a runaway lord. The film is rated PG-13 primarily for sequences of stylized combat, physical altercations, and an on-screen death. Parents should be aware of scenes involving bludgeoning, gun threats, and moderate peril that may be too intense for younger children. While generally… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Enola Holmes appropriate for kids?
Enola Holmes is a fast-paced Victorian-era adventure centering on the teen sister of Sherlock Holmes as she searches for her missing mother and protects a runaway lord. The film is rated PG-13 primarily for sequences of stylized combat, physical altercations, and an on-screen… Read more — free account
Content severity in Enola Holmes
What happens in Enola Holmes, moment by moment
- 0:15 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
- 0:22 🍷 Substances 2/10
- 0:35 💬 Language 2/10
Sex and nudity in Enola Holmes
None. There are brief shots where a character's dress is tight-fitted, but there is no explicit content or nudity.
Violence and gore in Enola Holmes
Moderate. The film features frequent hand-to-hand combat, jujitsu throws, and physical altercations. Characters are struck with rifle butts, threatened with guns, and one character dies after striking their head on a bedpost in a brief, blood-shown scene.
Language in Enola Holmes
Mild. The dialogue includes infrequent uses of 'hell', 'damn', 'bloody', and 'balls', along with a singular use of 'Jesus Christ' as an exclamation.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Enola Holmes
Minimal. One scene shows Eudoria Holmes smoking a pipe.
Mature themes in Enola Holmes
None beyond standard adventure tropes regarding family loyalty and independence.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Enola Holmes appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Enola Holmes is best for ages 12+. It's rated PG-13. Enola Holmes is a fast-paced Victorian-era adventure centering on the teen sister of Sherlock Holmes as she searches for her missing mother and protects a runaway lord. The film is rated PG-13 primarily for sequences of…
What age rating does Enola Holmes have?
Enola Holmes is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 12+.
What is Enola Holmes about?
Enola Holmes is a fast-paced Victorian-era adventure centering on the teen sister of Sherlock Holmes as she searches for her missing mother and protects a runaway lord. The film is rated PG-13 primarily for sequences of stylized combat, physical altercations, and an on-screen death. Parents should be aware of scenes…
Is there sex or nudity in Enola Holmes?
None. There are brief shots where a character's dress is tight-fitted, but there is no explicit content or nudity.
How violent is Enola Holmes?
Moderate. The film features frequent hand-to-hand combat, jujitsu throws, and physical altercations. Characters are struck with rifle butts, threatened with guns, and one character dies after striking their head on a bedpost in a brief, blood-shown scene.
Is the language in Enola Holmes appropriate for kids?
Mild. The dialogue includes infrequent uses of 'hell', 'damn', 'bloody', and 'balls', along with a singular use of 'Jesus Christ' as an exclamation.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Enola Holmes?
Minimal. One scene shows Eudoria Holmes smoking a pipe.
What mature themes appear in Enola Holmes?
None beyond standard adventure tropes regarding family loyalty and independence.
How long is Enola Holmes?
Enola Holmes runs 124 minutes, directed by Harry Bradbeer, released in 2020.
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