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Secret of the Wings (2012) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Tinkerbell wanders into the forbidden Winter woods and meets Periwinkle. Together they learn the secret of their wings and try to unite the warm fairies and the winter fairies to help Pixie Hollow.

Rated G • 2012 • 1h 15m

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Rated G, "Secret of the Wings" is a gentle animated adventure suitable for all ages, though it contains moments of mild peril and emotional themes that may be sad for very young or sensitive viewers. The story follows Tinker Bell as she discovers her long-lost sister, Periwinkle, from the forbidden Winter Woods, leading to conflicts that threaten all of Pixie Hollow. Parents should be aware of scenes involving large-scale peril from a… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Mae Whitman
Mae Whitman
Lucy Hale
Lucy Hale
Timothy Dalton
Timothy Dalton
Jeff Bennett
Jeff Bennett
Lucy Liu
Lucy Liu
Raven-Symoné
Raven-Symoné
Megan Hilty
Megan Hilty
Pamela Adlon
Pamela Adlon
Angela Bartys
Angela Bartys
Matt Lanter
Matt Lanter
Debby Ryan
Debby Ryan
Grey DeLisle
Grey DeLisle
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Is Secret of the Wings appropriate for kids?

Rated G, "Secret of the Wings" is a gentle animated adventure suitable for all ages, though it contains moments of mild peril and emotional themes that may be sad for very young or sensitive viewers. The story follows Tinker Bell as she discovers her long-lost sister… Read more — free account

Content severity in Secret of the Wings

Sex Mild 2/10
Violence Moderate 4/10
Language None 0/10
Substances None 0/10
Themes Moderate 3/10

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Sex and nudity in Secret of the Wings

Sexual content is limited to a single, chaste kiss between two adult fairy characters near the end of the film.

Violence and gore in Secret of the Wings

Violence is mild and consists of cartoon peril. Characters are in danger from environmental elements, such as a floor of ice cracking, wings wilting from heat, and a magical freeze that threatens the entire land. A character crashes and breaks a wing (which is later magically healed), and there is some slapstick, such as a clumsy owl crash-landing.

Language in Secret of the Wings

There is no profanity, coarse language, or offensive slang present in this film. In keeping with its G rating, the characters communicate through polite and positive dialogue throughout the story. Parents will not find any name-calling or questionable terminology that would require filtering for toddlers.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Secret of the Wings

The film contains no depictions or mentions of alcohol, tobacco, or illegal drugs. As a fantasy-based animation aimed at young children, the narrative avoids any references to adult substances or intoxication. The focus remains entirely on magical elements and the natural world of the fairies.

Mature themes in Secret of the Wings

The film's primary themes involve the sadness of sibling separation, the consequences of breaking rules, and facing a large-scale disaster. A central part of the backstory involves a past tragedy where a fairy suffered a permanent, non-reparable broken wing, which is a source of sadness and fear. These themes are handled gently but may be emotionally resonant for young children.

Scary moments in Secret of the Wings

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Secret of the Wings 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Secret of the Wings appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Secret of the Wings is best for ages 4+. It's rated G. Rated G, "Secret of the Wings" is a gentle animated adventure suitable for all ages, though it contains moments of mild peril and emotional themes that may be sad for very young or sensitive viewers. The story follows…

What age rating does Secret of the Wings have?

Secret of the Wings is officially rated G. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 4+.

What is Secret of the Wings about?

Rated G, "Secret of the Wings" is a gentle animated adventure suitable for all ages, though it contains moments of mild peril and emotional themes that may be sad for very young or sensitive viewers. The story follows Tinker Bell as she discovers her long-lost sister, Periwinkle, from the forbidden Winter Woods…

Is there sex or nudity in Secret of the Wings?

Sexual content is limited to a single, chaste kiss between two adult fairy characters near the end of the film.

How violent is Secret of the Wings?

Violence is mild and consists of cartoon peril. Characters are in danger from environmental elements, such as a floor of ice cracking, wings wilting from heat, and a magical freeze that threatens the entire land. A character crashes and breaks a wing (which…

Is the language in Secret of the Wings appropriate for kids?

There is no profanity, coarse language, or offensive slang present in this film. In keeping with its G rating, the characters communicate through polite and positive dialogue throughout the story. Parents will not find any name-calling or questionable…

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Secret of the Wings?

The film contains no depictions or mentions of alcohol, tobacco, or illegal drugs. As a fantasy-based animation aimed at young children, the narrative avoids any references to adult substances or intoxication. The focus remains entirely on magical elements…

What mature themes appear in Secret of the Wings?

The film's primary themes involve the sadness of sibling separation, the consequences of breaking rules, and facing a large-scale disaster. A central part of the backstory involves a past tragedy where a fairy suffered a permanent, non-reparable broken wing…

How long is Secret of the Wings?

Secret of the Wings runs 75 minutes, directed by Peggy Holmes, released in 2012.

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