Imagine That (2009) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Imagine That is best for ages 6+. It's rated PG. Imagine That is a PG-rated family comedy starring Eddie Murphy as a preoccupied financial executive who learns to reconnect with his young daughter, Olivia, through her vivid imaginary world. The film is rated for mild…

Imagine That is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 6+.

Imagine That is a PG-rated family comedy starring Eddie Murphy as a preoccupied financial executive who learns to reconnect with his young daughter, Olivia, through her vivid imaginary world. The film is rated for mild language and some occasional childish, questionable behavior. Parents should be aware that while the…

There is no explicit sexual content. The film includes very brief, mild romantic references, such as a man kissing his wife on the cheek and casual mentions of dating or business mergers being compared to marriage.

Violence is limited to light, stylized play. It consists of brief moments such as children playfully pelting someone with foam balls at a play gym and mention of an imaginary dragon in a story.

Language is mild and infrequent. The script contains two uses of 'hell', four uses of 'God', and four uses of 'Lord' as expletives. The words 'poop' and 'butt' appear several times in a juvenile, non-offensive context.

No substance use is depicted in the film.

The central themes revolve around work-life balance, the importance of family, and the emotional impact of a parent prioritizing their career over their child. These moments are presented with emotional weight but are age-appropriate for most children.

Imagine That runs 107 minutes, directed by Karey Kirkpatrick, released in 2009.

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