Nanny McPhee and the Big Bang (2010) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Nanny McPhee appears at the door of a harried young mother who is trying to run the family farm while her husband is away at war. But once she’s arrived, Nanny discovers that the children are fighting a war of their own against two spoiled city cousins who have just moved in. Relying on everything from a flying motorcycle and a statue that comes to life to a tree-climbing piglet and a baby elephant, Nanny uses her magic to teach her mischievous charges five new lessons.
Rated PG • 2010 • 1h 49m
Set during World War II, 'Nanny McPhee and the Big Bang' sees the magical nanny arrive to help a frazzled mother, Isabel Green, whose children are running wild while her husband is away at war. The film earns its PG rating for mild thematic elements, some scenes of peril, and rude humor. Parents should be aware of a significant storyline involving a forged telegram incorrectly reporting a soldier's death, which may be upsetting for… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Nanny McPhee and the Big Bang appropriate for kids?
Set during World War II, 'Nanny McPhee and the Big Bang' sees the magical nanny arrive to help a frazzled mother, Isabel Green, whose children are running wild while her husband is away at war. The film earns its PG rating for mild thematic elements, some scenes of peril, and… Read more — free account
Content severity in Nanny McPhee and the Big Bang
What happens in Nanny McPhee and the Big Bang, moment by moment
- 0:05 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
- 0:15 ⚔ Violence & Gore 4/10
- 0:25 💬 Language 2/10
Sex and nudity in Nanny McPhee and the Big Bang
This category is very light. Two female debt collectors briefly flirt with a man. Near the end of the film, a husband and wife reunite and share a long, romantic kiss.
Violence and gore in Nanny McPhee and the Big Bang
Violence is mostly magical and slapstick in nature. In one scene, Nanny McPhee magically forces the children to hit themselves and each other, though no one is injured. Two female assassins make comedic but menacing threats about cutting out a man's kidneys and stuffing him, but this is never shown. The most intense sequence involves an unexploded German bomb landing in the family's field; the children must work together in a tense, perilous scene to defuse it.
Language in Nanny McPhee and the Big Bang
Language is infrequent and very mild. The word "hell" is used twice, including in the phrase "oik from hell." Some other mild insults are used between the children, but there is no strong profanity.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Nanny McPhee and the Big Bang
This category is not present in the film. There is no on-screen depiction of smoking, drinking, or drug use.
Mature themes in Nanny McPhee and the Big Bang
The film has several mature themes stemming from its WWII setting. A central theme is the anxiety and sadness of having a parent away at war, which is amplified when the family receives a forged telegram falsely stating that the father has been killed in action. Other themes include family conflict, sibling rivalry, divorce (mentioned briefly regarding the cousins' parents), and dealing with financial hardship and the potential loss of the family farm.
Scary moments in Nanny McPhee and the Big Bang
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Nanny McPhee and the Big Bang 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 Nanny McPhee and the Big Bang appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Nanny McPhee and the Big Bang is best for ages 8+. It's rated PG. Set during World War II, 'Nanny McPhee and the Big Bang' sees the magical nanny arrive to help a frazzled mother, Isabel Green, whose children are running wild while her husband is away at war. The film earns its PG…
What age rating does Nanny McPhee and the Big Bang have?
Nanny McPhee and the Big Bang is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 8+.
What is Nanny McPhee and the Big Bang about?
Set during World War II, 'Nanny McPhee and the Big Bang' sees the magical nanny arrive to help a frazzled mother, Isabel Green, whose children are running wild while her husband is away at war. The film earns its PG rating for mild thematic elements, some scenes of peril, and rude humor. Parents should be aware of a…
Is there sex or nudity in Nanny McPhee and the Big Bang?
This category is very light. Two female debt collectors briefly flirt with a man. Near the end of the film, a husband and wife reunite and share a long, romantic kiss.
How violent is Nanny McPhee and the Big Bang?
Violence is mostly magical and slapstick in nature. In one scene, Nanny McPhee magically forces the children to hit themselves and each other, though no one is injured. Two female assassins make comedic but menacing threats about cutting out a man's kidneys…
Is the language in Nanny McPhee and the Big Bang appropriate for kids?
Language is infrequent and very mild. The word "hell" is used twice, including in the phrase "oik from hell." Some other mild insults are used between the children, but there is no strong profanity.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Nanny McPhee and the Big Bang?
This category is not present in the film. There is no on-screen depiction of smoking, drinking, or drug use.
What mature themes appear in Nanny McPhee and the Big Bang?
The film has several mature themes stemming from its WWII setting. A central theme is the anxiety and sadness of having a parent away at war, which is amplified when the family receives a forged telegram falsely stating that the father has been killed in…
How long is Nanny McPhee and the Big Bang?
Nanny McPhee and the Big Bang runs 109 minutes, directed by Susanna White, released in 2010.
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