Little Women (2019) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Four sisters come of age in America in the aftermath of the Civil War.
Rated PG • 2019 • 2h 15m
Greta Gerwig’s adaptation of Little Women follows the lives of the four March sisters as they navigate adulthood, love, and tragedy in 19th-century America. The film is rated PG primarily for thematic elements involving illness and death, as well as brief historical smoking. While the story is largely wholesome, it deals with mature emotional beats and the realities of loss that may resonate deeply with older children. It is generally… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Little Women appropriate for kids?
Greta Gerwig’s adaptation of Little Women follows the lives of the four March sisters as they navigate adulthood, love, and tragedy in 19th-century America. The film is rated PG primarily for thematic elements involving illness and death, as well as brief historical smoking… Read more — free account
Content severity in Little Women
What happens in Little Women, moment by moment
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- 0:28 🍷 Substances 2/10
- 0:42 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
Sex and nudity in Little Women
There is no sexual content in the film. Characters engage in romantic kissing, dancing, and affectionate, platonic embraces throughout, but nothing beyond suggestive romantic longing is depicted.
Violence and gore in Little Women
Violence is limited to brief, non-graphic moments. This includes minor, playful sibling squabbles involving shoving and arm-slapping, as well as a scene where a character falls through thin ice, causing a brief moment of peril.
Language in Little Women
Language is very mild. There is no profanity, though one character jokingly uses a divine name in frustration.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Little Women
There is light, period-appropriate substance use. Characters are occasionally seen drinking at parties and social gatherings, and there are infrequent, brief scenes of characters smoking pipes or cigarettes consistent with the 1860s setting.
Mature themes in Little Women
The film explores mature themes including the terminal illness and death of a sister (Beth), financial hardship, and the societal pressures women faced regarding marriage and career in the 19th century.
Scary moments in Little Women
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Little Women 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 Little Women appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Little Women is best for ages 10+. It's rated PG. Greta Gerwig’s adaptation of Little Women follows the lives of the four March sisters as they navigate adulthood, love, and tragedy in 19th-century America. The film is rated PG primarily for thematic elements involving…
What age rating does Little Women have?
Little Women is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is Little Women about?
Greta Gerwig’s adaptation of Little Women follows the lives of the four March sisters as they navigate adulthood, love, and tragedy in 19th-century America. The film is rated PG primarily for thematic elements involving illness and death, as well as brief historical smoking. While the story is largely wholesome, it…
Is there sex or nudity in Little Women?
There is no sexual content in the film. Characters engage in romantic kissing, dancing, and affectionate, platonic embraces throughout, but nothing beyond suggestive romantic longing is depicted.
How violent is Little Women?
Violence is limited to brief, non-graphic moments. This includes minor, playful sibling squabbles involving shoving and arm-slapping, as well as a scene where a character falls through thin ice, causing a brief moment of peril.
Is the language in Little Women appropriate for kids?
Language is very mild. There is no profanity, though one character jokingly uses a divine name in frustration.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Little Women?
There is light, period-appropriate substance use. Characters are occasionally seen drinking at parties and social gatherings, and there are infrequent, brief scenes of characters smoking pipes or cigarettes consistent with the 1860s setting.
What mature themes appear in Little Women?
The film explores mature themes including the terminal illness and death of a sister (Beth), financial hardship, and the societal pressures women faced regarding marriage and career in the 19th century.
How long is Little Women?
Little Women runs 135 minutes, directed by Greta Gerwig, released in 2019.
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