Pocahontas II: Journey to a New World (1998) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Pocahontas II: Journey to a New World is best for ages 6+. It's rated G. This direct-to-video sequel to the Disney original sees Pocahontas travel to London as a diplomat, continuing the story with a new romantic interest and the return of the villainous Ratcliffe. Rated G, the film contains…

Pocahontas II: Journey to a New World is officially rated G. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 6+.

This direct-to-video sequel to the Disney original sees Pocahontas travel to London as a diplomat, continuing the story with a new romantic interest and the return of the villainous Ratcliffe. Rated G, the film contains content gentler than its predecessor, but parents should be aware of a scene depicting animal…

This category is very light, focusing on chaste romantic developments. Pocahontas finds herself in a love triangle between John Smith and John Rolfe. The film culminates in a single romantic kiss between Pocahontas and her chosen partner.

Violence is mild, brief, and entirely cartoonish, with no blood or graphic injuries. An early scene involves a character being ambushed and falling into a river, presumed dead. Several scenes include non-lethal sword fights, chases, and a final confrontation…

Language is extremely limited. The term "bloody savage" is used once as a derogatory insult, which may hold more weight for UK viewers but is presented clearly as a product of the villain's prejudice.

Substance use is brief and incidental to the historical setting. Characters are shown drinking from tankards in an inn and holding wine glasses during a formal ball, but there is no focus on intoxication.

The film explores themes of prejudice, as Pocahontas is judged by English high society and pressured to act "civilized." It also deals with themes of grief and moving on, as Pocahontas mourns the reported death of John Smith. The concept of animal cruelty is…

Pocahontas II: Journey to a New World runs 72 minutes, directed by Tom Ellery, Bradley Raymond, released in 1998.

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