Hotel Transylvania 2 (2015) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
When the old-old-old-fashioned vampire Vlad arrives at the hotel for an impromptu family get-together, Hotel Transylvania is in for a collision of supernatural old-school and modern day cool.
Rated PG • 2015 • 1h 29m
Hotel Transylvania 2 is a family-oriented animated sequel focusing on Count Dracula’s anxiety over his grandson Dennis’s potential lack of vampire powers. The film explores themes of family acceptance and the balance between tradition and change, largely through a series of chaotic, slapstick adventures at a summer camp and within the hotel. Parents should be aware of some mild peril, intense but non-graphic action sequences, and… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Hotel Transylvania 2 appropriate for kids?
Hotel Transylvania 2 is a family-oriented animated sequel focusing on Count Dracula’s anxiety over his grandson Dennis’s potential lack of vampire powers. The film explores themes of family acceptance and the balance between tradition and change, largely through a series of… Read more — free account
Content severity in Hotel Transylvania 2
What happens in Hotel Transylvania 2, moment by moment
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- 0:32 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
- 0:35 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
Sex and nudity in Hotel Transylvania 2
There is no explicit sexual content. One fleeting comment is made where a character compares the appearance of hair to a person's chest, but it is played for quick, mild laughs.
Violence and gore in Hotel Transylvania 2
The violence is largely slapstick and stylized-cartoon in nature, fitting the animated world. Instances include characters being tossed, hitting walls, falling from heights, and a brief, stylized combat sequence near the end involving a bat-like monster. Per the animation modifier, these encounters have no lasting consequence and are framed as comedic or fantastical action.
Language in Hotel Transylvania 2
Language is very mild. There are a couple of instances where characters are told to 'shut up,' which are used in a confrontational but non-profane context.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Hotel Transylvania 2
There is a brief, incidental moment where a character is seen holding a glass of champagne, but there is no focus on alcohol consumption or substance use.
Mature themes in Hotel Transylvania 2
The film deals with themes of abandonment, the fear of not 'fitting in' due to heritage, and the tension between parental protection and a child's independence. These are presented through the lens of Dracula's desperation to keep his family together and the conflict regarding moving to a new home.
Scary moments in Hotel Transylvania 2
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Hotel Transylvania 2 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 Hotel Transylvania 2 appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Hotel Transylvania 2 is best for ages 6+. It's rated PG. Hotel Transylvania 2 is a family-oriented animated sequel focusing on Count Dracula’s anxiety over his grandson Dennis’s potential lack of vampire powers. The film explores themes of family acceptance and the balance…
What age rating does Hotel Transylvania 2 have?
Hotel Transylvania 2 is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 6+.
What is Hotel Transylvania 2 about?
Hotel Transylvania 2 is a family-oriented animated sequel focusing on Count Dracula’s anxiety over his grandson Dennis’s potential lack of vampire powers. The film explores themes of family acceptance and the balance between tradition and change, largely through a series of chaotic, slapstick adventures at a summer…
Is there sex or nudity in Hotel Transylvania 2?
There is no explicit sexual content. One fleeting comment is made where a character compares the appearance of hair to a person's chest, but it is played for quick, mild laughs.
How violent is Hotel Transylvania 2?
The violence is largely slapstick and stylized-cartoon in nature, fitting the animated world. Instances include characters being tossed, hitting walls, falling from heights, and a brief, stylized combat sequence near the end involving a bat-like monster. Per…
Is the language in Hotel Transylvania 2 appropriate for kids?
Language is very mild. There are a couple of instances where characters are told to 'shut up,' which are used in a confrontational but non-profane context.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Hotel Transylvania 2?
There is a brief, incidental moment where a character is seen holding a glass of champagne, but there is no focus on alcohol consumption or substance use.
What mature themes appear in Hotel Transylvania 2?
The film deals with themes of abandonment, the fear of not 'fitting in' due to heritage, and the tension between parental protection and a child's independence. These are presented through the lens of Dracula's desperation to keep his family together and the…
How long is Hotel Transylvania 2?
Hotel Transylvania 2 runs 89 minutes, directed by Genndy Tartakovsky, released in 2015.
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