Nimona (2023) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
A knight framed for a tragic crime teams with a scrappy, shape-shifting teen to prove his innocence.
Rated PG • 2023 • 1h 39m
Nimona is a vibrant, action-packed animated adventure about an outcast knight, Ballister Boldheart, who teams up with a shape-shifting teenager named Nimona to clear his name after he is framed for a royal murder. While it is rated PG, parents should be aware of persistent fantasy action violence, intense emotional themes regarding prejudice and alienation, and moments of significant peril. The story explores mature concepts like… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Nimona appropriate for kids?
Nimona is a vibrant, action-packed animated adventure about an outcast knight, Ballister Boldheart, who teams up with a shape-shifting teenager named Nimona to clear his name after he is framed for a royal murder. While it is rated PG, parents should be aware of persistent… Read more — free account
Content severity in Nimona
What happens in Nimona, moment by moment
- 0:10 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
- 0:15 ♥ Sex & Nudity 2/10
- 0:25 ⚔ Violence & Gore 2/10
Sex and nudity in Nimona
The film includes very brief, non-explicit depictions of a same-sex relationship, specifically two men sharing a kiss and holding hands, which is treated with the same emotional weight as heterosexual couples.
Violence and gore in Nimona
The violence is frequent but stylized and animated, involving sword fights, energy blasts, and characters transforming into animals to subdue guards. While there is a scene involving a character's arm being severed and another where a character is hit by an arrow, the lack of realistic blood and the cartoonish context significantly lowers the impact of these moments.
Language in Nimona
Language is very mild, primarily consisting of occasional exclamations like 'god' and 'suck', with one instance of a cutoff word near the end of the film.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Nimona
There is a brief, blurry scene where an individual appears to be preparing a mysterious potion or drink that could be mistaken for drug-related activity, and background shots of beer bottles occur once.
Mature themes in Nimona
The film deals with heavy, mature themes including systemic prejudice, alienation, the fear of 'others' based on appearance, and emotional trauma caused by betrayal. These moments, particularly the backstory of Nimona's rejection by her childhood village, are poignant and emotionally resonant.
Scary moments in Nimona
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Nimona 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 Nimona appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Nimona is best for ages 8+. It's rated PG. Nimona is a vibrant, action-packed animated adventure about an outcast knight, Ballister Boldheart, who teams up with a shape-shifting teenager named Nimona to clear his name after he is framed for a royal murder. While…
What age rating does Nimona have?
Nimona is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 8+.
What is Nimona about?
Nimona is a vibrant, action-packed animated adventure about an outcast knight, Ballister Boldheart, who teams up with a shape-shifting teenager named Nimona to clear his name after he is framed for a royal murder. While it is rated PG, parents should be aware of persistent fantasy action violence, intense emotional…
Is there sex or nudity in Nimona?
The film includes very brief, non-explicit depictions of a same-sex relationship, specifically two men sharing a kiss and holding hands, which is treated with the same emotional weight as heterosexual couples.
How violent is Nimona?
The violence is frequent but stylized and animated, involving sword fights, energy blasts, and characters transforming into animals to subdue guards. While there is a scene involving a character's arm being severed and another where a character is hit by an…
Is the language in Nimona appropriate for kids?
Language is very mild, primarily consisting of occasional exclamations like 'god' and 'suck', with one instance of a cutoff word near the end of the film.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Nimona?
There is a brief, blurry scene where an individual appears to be preparing a mysterious potion or drink that could be mistaken for drug-related activity, and background shots of beer bottles occur once.
What mature themes appear in Nimona?
The film deals with heavy, mature themes including systemic prejudice, alienation, the fear of 'others' based on appearance, and emotional trauma caused by betrayal. These moments, particularly the backstory of Nimona's rejection by her childhood village, are…
How long is Nimona?
Nimona runs 99 minutes, directed by Troy Quane, Nick Bruno, released in 2023.
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