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Sherlock Gnomes (2018) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Garden gnomes Gnomeo & Juliet recruit renown detective Sherlock Gnomes to investigate the mysterious disappearance of other garden ornaments.

Rated PG • 2018 • 1h 26m

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Sherlock Gnomes follows garden gnomes Gnomeo and Juliet as they enlist a detective to solve the mysterious abduction of their community. The film is rated PG primarily for mild peril and scattered rude humor typical of the series. Parents should be aware of cartoon-style threats involving porcelain characters being broken or smashed. It is generally appropriate for family viewing, though very young children might find the gargoyle… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Johnny Depp
Johnny Depp
Emily Blunt
Emily Blunt
James McAvoy
James McAvoy
Chiwetel Ejiofor
Chiwetel Ejiofor
Mary J. Blige
Mary J. Blige
Stephen Merchant
Stephen Merchant
Michael Caine
Michael Caine
Dexter Fletcher
Dexter Fletcher
James Hong
James Hong
Ashley Jensen
Ashley Jensen
Matt Lucas
Matt Lucas
Ozzy Osbourne
Ozzy Osbourne
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Is Sherlock Gnomes appropriate for kids?

Sherlock Gnomes follows garden gnomes Gnomeo and Juliet as they enlist a detective to solve the mysterious abduction of their community. The film is rated PG primarily for mild peril and scattered rude humor typical of the series. Parents should be aware of cartoon-style threats… Read more — free account

Content severity in Sherlock Gnomes

Sex Mild 2/10
Violence Moderate 4/10
Language Mild 2/10
Substances Mild 1/10
Themes Moderate 3/10

What happens in Sherlock Gnomes, moment by moment

  1. 0:12 ♥ Sex & Nudity 2/10
  2. 0:15 🍷 Substances 1/10
  3. 0:18 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
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Sex and nudity in Sherlock Gnomes

The film contains minor suggestive humor, such as a gnome appearing in a tight-fitting red mankini and a brief moment where a character is seen in a bathroom setting with their pants down (no anatomy shown). There is also a brief romantic comment about kissing at the end.

Violence and gore in Sherlock Gnomes

Violence is limited to mild, stylized cartoon action where animated ornaments bump, tumble, and evade capture. Threats of gnomes being 'smashed' exist, but these acts are portrayed in a fantasy context without realistic gore or lasting harm.

Language in Sherlock Gnomes

Mild, played-for-laughs wordplay and incomplete sentences that allude to profanity, such as 'No ship, Sherlock' and 'What the fertilizer?'. Occasional mild exclamations like 'oh my god' are used.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Sherlock Gnomes

There is a very brief, incidental appearance of a character drinking from what appears to be a cup of coffee or a similar beverage, though no substance abuse or actual drug use is present.

Mature themes in Sherlock Gnomes

The narrative features mild emotional themes regarding the importance of appreciation within friendships and the stress of leadership roles. There is also a plot element involving the kidnapping of friends and the feeling of betrayal by an ally.

Scary moments in Sherlock Gnomes

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Sherlock Gnomes 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 Sherlock Gnomes appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Sherlock Gnomes is best for ages 6+. It's rated PG. Sherlock Gnomes follows garden gnomes Gnomeo and Juliet as they enlist a detective to solve the mysterious abduction of their community. The film is rated PG primarily for mild peril and scattered rude humor typical of…

What age rating does Sherlock Gnomes have?

Sherlock Gnomes is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 6+.

What is Sherlock Gnomes about?

Sherlock Gnomes follows garden gnomes Gnomeo and Juliet as they enlist a detective to solve the mysterious abduction of their community. The film is rated PG primarily for mild peril and scattered rude humor typical of the series. Parents should be aware of cartoon-style threats involving porcelain characters being…

Is there sex or nudity in Sherlock Gnomes?

The film contains minor suggestive humor, such as a gnome appearing in a tight-fitting red mankini and a brief moment where a character is seen in a bathroom setting with their pants down (no anatomy shown). There is also a brief romantic comment about…

How violent is Sherlock Gnomes?

Violence is limited to mild, stylized cartoon action where animated ornaments bump, tumble, and evade capture. Threats of gnomes being 'smashed' exist, but these acts are portrayed in a fantasy context without realistic gore or lasting harm.

Is the language in Sherlock Gnomes appropriate for kids?

Mild, played-for-laughs wordplay and incomplete sentences that allude to profanity, such as 'No ship, Sherlock' and 'What the fertilizer?'. Occasional mild exclamations like 'oh my god' are used.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Sherlock Gnomes?

There is a very brief, incidental appearance of a character drinking from what appears to be a cup of coffee or a similar beverage, though no substance abuse or actual drug use is present.

What mature themes appear in Sherlock Gnomes?

The narrative features mild emotional themes regarding the importance of appreciation within friendships and the stress of leadership roles. There is also a plot element involving the kidnapping of friends and the feeling of betrayal by an ally.

How long is Sherlock Gnomes?

Sherlock Gnomes runs 86 minutes, directed by John Stevenson, released in 2018.

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