Miracle on 34th Street (1994) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Six-year-old Susan Walker has doubts about childhood's most enduring miracle—Santa Claus. Her mother told her the secret about Santa a long time ago, but, after meeting a special department store Santa who's convinced he's the real thing, Susan is given the most precious gift of all—something to believe in.
Rated PG • 1994 • 1h 54m
A man hired to play Santa Claus at a department store claims to be the real thing — and faces a court hearing to determine his sanity. Richard Attenborough and Mara Wilson. PG rating is appropriate.
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Is Miracle on 34th Street appropriate for kids?
A man hired to play Santa Claus at a department store claims to be the real thing — and faces a court hearing to determine his sanity. Richard Attenborough and Mara Wilson. PG rating is appropriate. Read more — free account
Content severity in Miracle on 34th Street
What happens in Miracle on 34th Street, moment by moment
- 0:08 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
- 0:42 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
- 1:22 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
Sex and nudity in Miracle on 34th Street
None.
Violence and gore in Miracle on 34th Street
None.
Language in Miracle on 34th Street
Mild language consistent with PG.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Miracle on 34th Street
None.
Mature themes in Miracle on 34th Street
A film about belief — specifically, a child being taught not to believe in anything she can't verify, and the cost of that lesson. Richard Attenborough's Kris Kringle is warm and dignified. A faithful remake of the 1947 original.
Scary moments in Miracle on 34th Street
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Miracle on 34th Street appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Miracle on 34th Street is best for ages 6+. It's rated PG. A man hired to play Santa Claus at a department store claims to be the real thing — and faces a court hearing to determine his sanity. Richard Attenborough and Mara Wilson. PG rating is appropriate.
What age rating does Miracle on 34th Street have?
Miracle on 34th Street is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 6+.
What is Miracle on 34th Street about?
A man hired to play Santa Claus at a department store claims to be the real thing — and faces a court hearing to determine his sanity. Richard Attenborough and Mara Wilson. PG rating is appropriate.
Is there sex or nudity in Miracle on 34th Street?
None.
How violent is Miracle on 34th Street?
None.
Is the language in Miracle on 34th Street appropriate for kids?
Mild language consistent with PG.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Miracle on 34th Street?
None.
What mature themes appear in Miracle on 34th Street?
A film about belief — specifically, a child being taught not to believe in anything she can't verify, and the cost of that lesson. Richard Attenborough's Kris Kringle is warm and dignified. A faithful remake of the 1947 original.
How long is Miracle on 34th Street?
Miracle on 34th Street runs 114 minutes, directed by Les Mayfield, released in 1994.
Where can I read the full Miracle on 34th Street parent guide?
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