Flavia (2026) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
The adventures of 11-year-old Flavia de Luce, who is both an amateur detective and a master poisoner. When she discovers a dead body in her family’s decaying British manor house and her father is accused of the murder, Flavia launches her own investigation to uncover family secrets and bring the true murderer to justice.
Rated PG • 2026 • 1h 32m
Flavia is a PG-rated murder mystery that centers on its 11-year-old protagonist, Flavia de Luce, an aspiring chemist and amateur detective. The rating is driven primarily by mature thematic material, including the investigation of a murder, the discovery of a dead body, and the wrongful arrest of a parent. While there are some moments of peril and suspense, violence is not graphic. The film's themes and tense situations make it best… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Flavia appropriate for kids?
Flavia is a PG-rated murder mystery that centers on its 11-year-old protagonist, Flavia de Luce, an aspiring chemist and amateur detective. The rating is driven primarily by mature thematic material, including the investigation of a murder, the discovery of a dead body, and the… Read more — free account
Content severity in Flavia
What happens in Flavia, moment by moment
- 0:08 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
- 0:12 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
- 0:15 💬 Language 2/10
Sex and nudity in Flavia
None. No sexual content, nudity, or romantic innuendo is present.
Violence and gore in Flavia
Violence is moderate for a PG film, centered on the murder mystery. A dead body is discovered early on, but shown without blood or graphic injury. There are scenes of peril, including a chase sequence and a tense confrontation where the young protagonist is physically threatened by the killer. Flavia's fascination with poisons is treated as a scientific pursuit.
Language in Flavia
Language is very mild. There are a few isolated exclamations, such as 'hell' or 'damn,' used in moments of shock or frustration, but no coarse or frequent profanity.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Flavia
Substance use is limited and period-appropriate. Adults are occasionally seen drinking wine or sherry in social situations and smoking pipes or cigarettes. Flavia's work with chemicals in her laboratory is central to the plot but is portrayed as scientific experimentation, not substance abuse.
Mature themes in Flavia
The film's primary themes are mature. It deals directly with murder, the death of a person, and the subsequent investigation. A major plot point involves a parent being falsely accused of a crime and imprisoned, which may be upsetting for some children. The narrative also explores family secrets, grief, and the heavy responsibility placed on a child in an adult situation.
Scary moments in Flavia
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Flavia 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Flavia appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Flavia is best for ages 10+. It's rated PG. Flavia is a PG-rated murder mystery that centers on its 11-year-old protagonist, Flavia de Luce, an aspiring chemist and amateur detective. The rating is driven primarily by mature thematic material, including the…
What age rating does Flavia have?
Flavia is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is Flavia about?
Flavia is a PG-rated murder mystery that centers on its 11-year-old protagonist, Flavia de Luce, an aspiring chemist and amateur detective. The rating is driven primarily by mature thematic material, including the investigation of a murder, the discovery of a dead body, and the wrongful arrest of a parent. While there…
Is there sex or nudity in Flavia?
None. No sexual content, nudity, or romantic innuendo is present.
How violent is Flavia?
Violence is moderate for a PG film, centered on the murder mystery. A dead body is discovered early on, but shown without blood or graphic injury. There are scenes of peril, including a chase sequence and a tense confrontation where the young protagonist is…
Is the language in Flavia appropriate for kids?
Language is very mild. There are a few isolated exclamations, such as 'hell' or 'damn,' used in moments of shock or frustration, but no coarse or frequent profanity.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Flavia?
Substance use is limited and period-appropriate. Adults are occasionally seen drinking wine or sherry in social situations and smoking pipes or cigarettes. Flavia's work with chemicals in her laboratory is central to the plot but is portrayed as scientific…
What mature themes appear in Flavia?
The film's primary themes are mature. It deals directly with murder, the death of a person, and the subsequent investigation. A major plot point involves a parent being falsely accused of a crime and imprisoned, which may be upsetting for some children. The…
How long is Flavia?
Flavia runs 92 minutes, directed by Bharat Nalluri, released in 2026.
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