Pete's Dragon (2016) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
For years, old wood carver Mr. Meacham has delighted local children with his tales of the fierce dragon that resides deep in the woods of the Pacific Northwest. To his daughter, Grace, who works as a forest ranger, these stories are little more than tall tales... until she meets Pete, a mysterious 10-year-old with no family and no home who claims to live in the woods with a giant, green dragon named Elliott. And from Pete's descriptions, Elliott seems remarkably similar to the dragon from Mr. Meacham's stories. With the help of… Sign up for the full guide
Rated PG • 2016 • 1h 43m
Pete's Dragon is a gentle, live-action remake centered on the bond between an orphaned boy, Pete, and his magical companion, Elliot. The film explores themes of loss, abandonment, and finding a new family, anchored by the opening scene of a car accident that claims Pete's parents. While the tone is primarily whimsical, there is moderate peril throughout, including intense chase sequences and the capture of the dragon. It is suitable… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Pete's Dragon appropriate for kids?
Pete's Dragon is a gentle, live-action remake centered on the bond between an orphaned boy, Pete, and his magical companion, Elliot. The film explores themes of loss, abandonment, and finding a new family, anchored by the opening scene of a car accident that claims Pete's… Read more — free account
Content severity in Pete's Dragon
What happens in Pete's Dragon, moment by moment
- 0:02 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
- 0:03 ⚔ Violence & Gore 4/10
- 0:25 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
Sex and nudity in Pete's Dragon
None. Pete wears a simple loincloth while living in the forest, but there is no sexual content or innuendo.
Violence and gore in Pete's Dragon
Moderate. There are scenes involving a car crash, a pack of wolves chasing a child, and the capture of the dragon using nets and tranquilizers. The actions are portrayed with a sense of peril, though they avoid graphic gore.
Language in Pete's Dragon
Mild. There is a single instance of mild profanity used in the film.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Pete's Dragon
None. There are no scenes of drug, alcohol, or tobacco use.
Mature themes in Pete's Dragon
Emotional. The film deals with significant themes of parental death, abandonment, and the isolation of a feral child living in the wild.
Scary moments in Pete's Dragon
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Pete's Dragon 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 Pete's Dragon appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Pete's Dragon is best for ages 8+. It's rated PG. Pete's Dragon is a gentle, live-action remake centered on the bond between an orphaned boy, Pete, and his magical companion, Elliot. The film explores themes of loss, abandonment, and finding a new family, anchored by…
What age rating does Pete's Dragon have?
Pete's Dragon is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 8+.
What is Pete's Dragon about?
Pete's Dragon is a gentle, live-action remake centered on the bond between an orphaned boy, Pete, and his magical companion, Elliot. The film explores themes of loss, abandonment, and finding a new family, anchored by the opening scene of a car accident that claims Pete's parents. While the tone is primarily…
Is there sex or nudity in Pete's Dragon?
None. Pete wears a simple loincloth while living in the forest, but there is no sexual content or innuendo.
How violent is Pete's Dragon?
Moderate. There are scenes involving a car crash, a pack of wolves chasing a child, and the capture of the dragon using nets and tranquilizers. The actions are portrayed with a sense of peril, though they avoid graphic gore.
Is the language in Pete's Dragon appropriate for kids?
Mild. There is a single instance of mild profanity used in the film.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Pete's Dragon?
None. There are no scenes of drug, alcohol, or tobacco use.
What mature themes appear in Pete's Dragon?
Emotional. The film deals with significant themes of parental death, abandonment, and the isolation of a feral child living in the wild.
How long is Pete's Dragon?
Pete's Dragon runs 103 minutes, directed by David Lowery, released in 2016.
Where can I read the full Pete's Dragon parent guide?
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