National Velvet (1945) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Mi Taylor is a young wanderer and opportunist who finds himself in the quiet English countryside home of the Brown family. The youngest daughter, Velvet, has a passion for horses and when she wins the spirited steed Pie in a town lottery, Mi is encouraged to train the horse.
Rated G • 1945 • 2h 3m
A young girl and a former jockey work together to train a horse for the prestigious Grand National steeplechase. Rated G and recommended for ages 7 and up, the film is a wholesome family classic with no inappropriate language or substance use. Parents should note that the rating is primarily influenced by mild peril and bloodless falls during horse racing sequences.
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Is National Velvet appropriate for kids?
A young girl and a former jockey work together to train a horse for the prestigious Grand National steeplechase. Rated G and recommended for ages 7 and up, the film is a wholesome family classic with no inappropriate language or substance use. Parents should note that the rating… Read more — free account
Content severity in National Velvet
What happens in National Velvet, moment by moment
- 1:10 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
- 1:35 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
Sex and nudity in National Velvet
None.
Violence and gore in National Velvet
Mild. Racing falls and peril; bloodless.
Language in National Velvet
None of note.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in National Velvet
None of note.
Mature themes in National Velvet
Determination, dreams, and family support. A wholesome classic; gentle throughout with only mild racing peril.
Scary moments in National Velvet
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for National Velvet 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 National Velvet appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests National Velvet is best for ages 7+. It's rated G. A young girl and a former jockey work together to train a horse for the prestigious Grand National steeplechase. Rated G and recommended for ages 7 and up, the film is a wholesome family classic with no inappropriate…
What age rating does National Velvet have?
National Velvet is officially rated G. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 7+.
What is National Velvet about?
A young girl and a former jockey work together to train a horse for the prestigious Grand National steeplechase. Rated G and recommended for ages 7 and up, the film is a wholesome family classic with no inappropriate language or substance use. Parents should note that the rating is primarily influenced by mild peril…
Is there sex or nudity in National Velvet?
None.
How violent is National Velvet?
Mild. Racing falls and peril; bloodless.
Is the language in National Velvet appropriate for kids?
None of note.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in National Velvet?
None of note.
What mature themes appear in National Velvet?
Determination, dreams, and family support. A wholesome classic; gentle throughout with only mild racing peril.
How long is National Velvet?
National Velvet runs 123 minutes, directed by Clarence Brown, released in 1944.
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