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Harriet the Spy: Blog Wars (2010) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Young spy Harriet Welsch crosses paths with popular student Marion Hawthorne as the two girls vie to become the official blogger of their high school class.

Rated PG • 2010 • 1h 27m

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Harriet the Spy: Blog Wars is a lighthearted family film centered on Harriet Welsch’s attempts to boost her online presence by stalking a teenage movie star, Skander Hill. The film explores themes of social media ethics, the importance of genuine friendships, and the pressures of being a teenager. While generally mild, there are moments of conflict, social exclusion, and teenage angst that may be more relevant to middle-schoolers than… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Jennifer Stone
Jennifer Stone
Vanessa Morgan
Vanessa Morgan
Wesley Morgan
Wesley Morgan
Kiana Madeira
Kiana Madeira
Kristin Booth
Kristin Booth
Doug Murray
Doug Murray
Jason Blicker
Jason Blicker
Jayne Eastwood
Jayne Eastwood
Aislinn Paul
Aislinn Paul
Madison Cipparone
Madison Cipparone
Craig Brown
Craig Brown
Alexander Conti
Alexander Conti
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Is Harriet the Spy: Blog Wars appropriate for kids?

Harriet the Spy: Blog Wars is a lighthearted family film centered on Harriet Welsch’s attempts to boost her online presence by stalking a teenage movie star, Skander Hill. The film explores themes of social media ethics, the importance of genuine friendships, and the pressures… Read more — free account

Content severity in Harriet the Spy: Blog Wars

Sex Mild 1/10
Violence Mild 2/10
Language Mild 1/10
Substances None 0/10
Themes Moderate 3/10

What happens in Harriet the Spy: Blog Wars, moment by moment

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  2. 0:32 🔥 Mature Themes 2/10
  3. 0:48 ⚔ Violence & Gore 2/10
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Sex and nudity in Harriet the Spy: Blog Wars

There is no on-screen sexual content. The film features innocent romantic interests, including a brief, friendly peck on the cheek between two teenagers.

Violence and gore in Harriet the Spy: Blog Wars

Violence is minimal and non-graphic. It primarily consists of lighthearted slapstick, such as a clumsy food fight on a film set and characters accidentally bumping into props or stumbling.

Language in Harriet the Spy: Blog Wars

Language is very mild. There are no profanities or inappropriate slang used throughout the film.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Harriet the Spy: Blog Wars

There is no substance use depicted or mentioned in the film.

Mature themes in Harriet the Spy: Blog Wars

The film deals with relatable middle-school issues such as social exclusion, the ethical dilemmas of blogging about real people, and the emotional impact of a mentor figure leaving the family.

Scary moments in Harriet the Spy: Blog Wars

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Harriet the Spy: Blog Wars 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Harriet the Spy: Blog Wars appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Harriet the Spy: Blog Wars is best for ages 7+. It's rated PG. Harriet the Spy: Blog Wars is a lighthearted family film centered on Harriet Welsch’s attempts to boost her online presence by stalking a teenage movie star, Skander Hill. The film explores themes of social media…

What age rating does Harriet the Spy: Blog Wars have?

Harriet the Spy: Blog Wars is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 7+.

What is Harriet the Spy: Blog Wars about?

Harriet the Spy: Blog Wars is a lighthearted family film centered on Harriet Welsch’s attempts to boost her online presence by stalking a teenage movie star, Skander Hill. The film explores themes of social media ethics, the importance of genuine friendships, and the pressures of being a teenager. While generally…

Is there sex or nudity in Harriet the Spy: Blog Wars?

There is no on-screen sexual content. The film features innocent romantic interests, including a brief, friendly peck on the cheek between two teenagers.

How violent is Harriet the Spy: Blog Wars?

Violence is minimal and non-graphic. It primarily consists of lighthearted slapstick, such as a clumsy food fight on a film set and characters accidentally bumping into props or stumbling.

Is the language in Harriet the Spy: Blog Wars appropriate for kids?

Language is very mild. There are no profanities or inappropriate slang used throughout the film.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Harriet the Spy: Blog Wars?

There is no substance use depicted or mentioned in the film.

What mature themes appear in Harriet the Spy: Blog Wars?

The film deals with relatable middle-school issues such as social exclusion, the ethical dilemmas of blogging about real people, and the emotional impact of a mentor figure leaving the family.

How long is Harriet the Spy: Blog Wars?

Harriet the Spy: Blog Wars runs 87 minutes, directed by Ron Oliver, released in 2010.

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