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The Barbie Diaries (2006) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Barbie is disheartened when Todd breaks her heart and goes back to his former girlfriend. But things change when she comes across a diary, which makes her wishes come true.

Rated G • 2006 • 1h 10m

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The Barbie Diaries is a G-rated animated story focused on typical high school challenges like social hierarchies, academic projects, and peer relationships. Barbie faces personal growth hurdles after becoming caught up in popularity and neglecting her closest friends. There is very little content to be aware of beyond mild social conflict and teenage dating themes. The film is suitable for all ages and contains no significant violence… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Kelly Sheridan
Kelly Sheridan
Sarah Edmondson
Sarah Edmondson
Venus Terzo
Venus Terzo
Matt Hill
Matt Hill
Chiara Zanni
Chiara Zanni
Maryke Hendrikse
Maryke Hendrikse
Anna Cummer
Anna Cummer
Andrew Francis
Andrew Francis
Heather Doerksen
Heather Doerksen
Joseph May
Joseph May
Ashleigh Ball
Ashleigh Ball
Michael Daingerfield
Michael Daingerfield
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Is The Barbie Diaries appropriate for kids?

The Barbie Diaries is a G-rated animated story focused on typical high school challenges like social hierarchies, academic projects, and peer relationships. Barbie faces personal growth hurdles after becoming caught up in popularity and neglecting her closest friends. There is… Read more — free account

Content severity in The Barbie Diaries

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

What happens in The Barbie Diaries, moment by moment

  1. 0:08 🔥 Mature Themes 2/10
  2. 0:15 ♥ Sex & Nudity 2/10
  3. 0:25 🔥 Mature Themes 2/10
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Sex and nudity in The Barbie Diaries

The film contains very mild, age-appropriate flirting between teenage characters, consistent with a G-rated romantic sub-plot.

Violence and gore in The Barbie Diaries

None. There is no physical violence or aggressive conflict present in the film.

Language in The Barbie Diaries

None. The dialogue is clean and entirely free of profanity or offensive language.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Barbie Diaries

None. There is no mention or depiction of alcohol, drugs, or smoking.

Mature themes in The Barbie Diaries

The film deals with relatable themes of social exclusion, the pressure to conform, and the importance of valuing true friendships over popularity.

Scary moments in The Barbie Diaries

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for The Barbie Diaries 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 The Barbie Diaries appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests The Barbie Diaries is best for ages 5+. It's rated G. The Barbie Diaries is a G-rated animated story focused on typical high school challenges like social hierarchies, academic projects, and peer relationships. Barbie faces personal growth hurdles after becoming caught up…

What age rating does The Barbie Diaries have?

The Barbie Diaries is officially rated G. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 5+.

What is The Barbie Diaries about?

The Barbie Diaries is a G-rated animated story focused on typical high school challenges like social hierarchies, academic projects, and peer relationships. Barbie faces personal growth hurdles after becoming caught up in popularity and neglecting her closest friends. There is very little content to be aware of beyond…

Is there sex or nudity in The Barbie Diaries?

The film contains very mild, age-appropriate flirting between teenage characters, consistent with a G-rated romantic sub-plot.

How violent is The Barbie Diaries?

None. There is no physical violence or aggressive conflict present in the film.

Is the language in The Barbie Diaries appropriate for kids?

None. The dialogue is clean and entirely free of profanity or offensive language.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Barbie Diaries?

None. There is no mention or depiction of alcohol, drugs, or smoking.

What mature themes appear in The Barbie Diaries?

The film deals with relatable themes of social exclusion, the pressure to conform, and the importance of valuing true friendships over popularity.

How long is The Barbie Diaries?

The Barbie Diaries runs 70 minutes, directed by Kallan Kagan, Eric Fogel, released in 2006.

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