Nightbooks (2021) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Alex, a boy obsessed with scary stories, is trapped by a witch in her modern, magical New York City apartment. His original hair-raising tales are the only thing keeping him safe as he desperately tries to find a way out of this twisted place.
Rated NR • 2021 • 1h 41m
Nightbooks follows young Alex, a horror-obsessed boy who becomes trapped in a magical, shifting apartment by a witch named Natacha. To survive, Alex must weave terrifying tales for his captor while seeking a way to escape with his fellow prisoner, Yasmin. The film is rated TV-PG for fantasy-based threats, mild language, and imagery that may be unsettling for younger children. Parents should note the presence of a menacing, witch-like… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Nightbooks appropriate for kids?
Nightbooks follows young Alex, a horror-obsessed boy who becomes trapped in a magical, shifting apartment by a witch named Natacha. To survive, Alex must weave terrifying tales for his captor while seeking a way to escape with his fellow prisoner, Yasmin. The film is rated TV-PG… Read more — free account
Content severity in Nightbooks
What happens in Nightbooks, moment by moment
- 0:15 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
- 0:22 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
- 0:42 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
Sex and nudity in Nightbooks
There is no sexual content in this film.
Violence and gore in Nightbooks
Violence is mild and stylized, featuring supernatural peril. Characters are threatened with death, trapped in magical confinement, and subjected to light physical struggle during confrontations with the witch. One sequence involves pushing a character into a furnace to be incinerated, though the visual impact is kept within TV-PG limits.
Language in Nightbooks
Language is very mild. A character uses the word 'hell' in exasperation, there is a single instance of 'damn', and one scene contains an 'OMG'.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Nightbooks
There is no substance use in this film.
Mature themes in Nightbooks
The film explores themes of childhood abandonment, the feeling of being an 'outsider,' and the traumatic consequences of feeling rejected by peers. Alex's struggle with his identity and the fear that his interests make him 'weird' provide a significant emotional through-line.
Scary moments in Nightbooks
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Nightbooks 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 Nightbooks appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Nightbooks is best for ages 10+. It's rated NR. Nightbooks follows young Alex, a horror-obsessed boy who becomes trapped in a magical, shifting apartment by a witch named Natacha. To survive, Alex must weave terrifying tales for his captor while seeking a way to…
What age rating does Nightbooks have?
Nightbooks is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is Nightbooks about?
Nightbooks follows young Alex, a horror-obsessed boy who becomes trapped in a magical, shifting apartment by a witch named Natacha. To survive, Alex must weave terrifying tales for his captor while seeking a way to escape with his fellow prisoner, Yasmin. The film is rated TV-PG for fantasy-based threats, mild…
Is there sex or nudity in Nightbooks?
There is no sexual content in this film.
How violent is Nightbooks?
Violence is mild and stylized, featuring supernatural peril. Characters are threatened with death, trapped in magical confinement, and subjected to light physical struggle during confrontations with the witch. One sequence involves pushing a character into a…
Is the language in Nightbooks appropriate for kids?
Language is very mild. A character uses the word 'hell' in exasperation, there is a single instance of 'damn', and one scene contains an 'OMG'.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Nightbooks?
There is no substance use in this film.
What mature themes appear in Nightbooks?
The film explores themes of childhood abandonment, the feeling of being an 'outsider,' and the traumatic consequences of feeling rejected by peers. Alex's struggle with his identity and the fear that his interests make him 'weird' provide a significant…
How long is Nightbooks?
Nightbooks runs 101 minutes, directed by David Yarovesky, released in 2021.
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