Spellbound (2024) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Spellbound is best for ages 6+. It's rated PG. Spellbound follows Princess Ellian as she journeys through a magical forest to break a curse that has turned her parents into feral monsters. The film is rated PG primarily for mild action and thematic elements…

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

Spellbound follows Princess Ellian as she journeys through a magical forest to break a curse that has turned her parents into feral monsters. The film is rated PG primarily for mild action and thematic elements regarding family conflict and emotional distress. Parents should be aware that the story deals with a…

There is no sexual content. One brief, comedic moment features a character’s trousers falling down due to a spell, revealing only standard undergarments.

Violence is minimal and stylized, consisting primarily of chase sequences and non-harmful peril. Applying the animation modifier, the monster-related antics and magical scuffles result in no lasting injury or gore.

There is no profanity or offensive language throughout the film.

There is no substance use depicted. A character makes a passing verbal mention of enjoying wine and cheese in the past, but no alcohol is shown.

The film explores themes of family estrangement, the impact of parental arguing on children, and the difficult reality of divorce. These moments are handled with emotional weight that may be sad for some children, but they are resolved in a healthy…

Spellbound runs 111 minutes, directed by Vicky Jenson, released in 2024.

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