Godmothered (2020) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
A young and unskilled fairy godmother that ventures out on her own to prove her worth by tracking down a young girl whose request for help was ignored. What she discovers is that the girl has now become a grown woman in need of something very different than a "prince charming."
Rated PG • 2020 • 1h 50m
Godmothered is a family-friendly fantasy comedy that earns its PG rating for thematic elements and some mild suggestive humor. The film follows an apprentice fairy godmother, Eleanor, who tries to help a cynical single mother, Mackenzie, whose husband has died. The main content for parents to be aware of involves themes of grief and loss, a comical scene where a character becomes drunk, and some light slapstick peril. There is no… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Godmothered appropriate for kids?
Godmothered is a family-friendly fantasy comedy that earns its PG rating for thematic elements and some mild suggestive humor. The film follows an apprentice fairy godmother, Eleanor, who tries to help a cynical single mother, Mackenzie, whose husband has died. The main content… Read more — free account
Content severity in Godmothered
What happens in Godmothered, moment by moment
- 0:10 🔥 Mature Themes 2/10
- 0:16 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
- 0:35 💬 Language 1/10
Sex and nudity in Godmothered
Sexual content is largely absent. The MPAA's rating note of 'some suggestive comments' likely refers to very mild, naive innuendo from Eleanor about romance and finding a 'prince,' as well as some light, non-physical flirting between two adult characters. A scene involves a character getting a 'makeover' and being put in an uncomfortable dress, but there is no nudity or explicit sexual content.
Violence and gore in Godmothered
Violence is limited to magical mishaps and slapstick comedy. In one scene, a character magically appears in front of a truck, which swerves to miss her. Another sequence involves a chaotic and prolonged sledding accident where characters crash but are unharmed, which is played for laughs. Magical spells sometimes go wrong, causing property damage like a city-wide blackout, but no one is ever in serious danger.
Language in Godmothered
Language is very mild. According to audience reports, the film includes single uses of 'heck' and 'suck' and some uses of 'oh my god.' There is no strong profanity.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Godmothered
Adults are shown drinking wine or beer socially in a few scenes. In one sequence at a party, Eleanor, mistaking alcoholic drinks for 'potions,' becomes comically drunk and acts disoriented before falling asleep. This is played for light humor and may go over the heads of younger viewers.
Mature themes in Godmothered
The film's primary mature theme is dealing with grief. Mackenzie is a widow, and her family, particularly her daughter Jane, is still coping with the loss of their husband and father. Jane's performance anxiety is directly linked to her father's death. Other themes include the threat of losing one's purpose or job, and challenging outdated social expectations about love and happiness.
Scary moments in Godmothered
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Godmothered appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Godmothered is best for ages 8+. It's rated PG. Godmothered is a family-friendly fantasy comedy that earns its PG rating for thematic elements and some mild suggestive humor. The film follows an apprentice fairy godmother, Eleanor, who tries to help a cynical single…
What age rating does Godmothered have?
Godmothered is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 8+.
What is Godmothered about?
Godmothered is a family-friendly fantasy comedy that earns its PG rating for thematic elements and some mild suggestive humor. The film follows an apprentice fairy godmother, Eleanor, who tries to help a cynical single mother, Mackenzie, whose husband has died. The main content for parents to be aware of involves…
Is there sex or nudity in Godmothered?
Sexual content is largely absent. The MPAA's rating note of 'some suggestive comments' likely refers to very mild, naive innuendo from Eleanor about romance and finding a 'prince,' as well as some light, non-physical flirting between two adult characters. A…
How violent is Godmothered?
Violence is limited to magical mishaps and slapstick comedy. In one scene, a character magically appears in front of a truck, which swerves to miss her. Another sequence involves a chaotic and prolonged sledding accident where characters crash but are…
Is the language in Godmothered appropriate for kids?
Language is very mild. According to audience reports, the film includes single uses of 'heck' and 'suck' and some uses of 'oh my god.' There is no strong profanity.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Godmothered?
Adults are shown drinking wine or beer socially in a few scenes. In one sequence at a party, Eleanor, mistaking alcoholic drinks for 'potions,' becomes comically drunk and acts disoriented before falling asleep. This is played for light humor and may go over…
What mature themes appear in Godmothered?
The film's primary mature theme is dealing with grief. Mackenzie is a widow, and her family, particularly her daughter Jane, is still coping with the loss of their husband and father. Jane's performance anxiety is directly linked to her father's death. Other…
How long is Godmothered?
Godmothered runs 110 minutes, directed by Sharon Maguire, released in 2020.
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