The Book of Daniel (2013) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Taken into slavery after the fall of Jerusalem in 605 B.C., Daniel is forced to serve the most powerful king in the world, King Nebuchadnezzar. Faced with imminent death, Daniel proves himself a trusted Advisor and is placed among the king's wise men. Threatened by death at every turn Daniel never ceases to serve the king until he is forced to choose between serving the king or honoring God. With his life at stake, Daniel has nothing but his faith to stand between him and the lions' den.
Rated G • 2013 • 1h 28m
This film is a direct adaptation of the Old Testament story of Daniel, from his captivity in Babylon to the famous lions' den incident. The G rating is due to a complete absence of profanity, sexual content, and substance use, and a very restrained depiction of violence. Parents should be aware that the story revolves around mature themes, including slavery, religious persecution, and multiple threats of execution. While there is no… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Book of Daniel appropriate for kids?
This film is a direct adaptation of the Old Testament story of Daniel, from his captivity in Babylon to the famous lions' den incident. The G rating is due to a complete absence of profanity, sexual content, and substance use, and a very restrained depiction of violence. Parents… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Book of Daniel
What happens in The Book of Daniel, moment by moment
- 0:05 ⚔ Violence & Gore 2/10
- 0:12 🔥 Mature Themes 2/10
- 0:26 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
Sex and nudity in The Book of Daniel
None. There is no sexual content, dialogue, or innuendo.
Violence and gore in The Book of Daniel
Violence is mild and consists of implied threat and peril rather than on-screen fighting or gore. The sacking of Jerusalem is shown without combat. Characters are threatened with execution, and men are thrown into a fiery furnace (they survive miraculously). The most intense scene involves Daniel being lowered into a den of lions, but the animals are not shown attacking him. All confrontational moments are handled without blood or injury.
Language in The Book of Daniel
None. There is no profanity.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Book of Daniel
None. There is no use of alcohol, tobacco, or drugs.
Mature themes in The Book of Daniel
The film's primary focus is on mature themes presented in a restrained, faith-affirming manner. Core themes include religious persecution, faithfulness under threat of death, slavery, and the power of tyrannical kings. Decrees of mass execution are ordered, and the central conflict involves choosing between faith and the law of the land, with death as the consequence.
Scary moments in The Book of Daniel
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for The Book of Daniel 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Book of Daniel appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Book of Daniel is best for ages 7+. It's rated G. This film is a direct adaptation of the Old Testament story of Daniel, from his captivity in Babylon to the famous lions' den incident. The G rating is due to a complete absence of profanity, sexual content, and…
What age rating does The Book of Daniel have?
The Book of Daniel is officially rated G. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 7+.
What is The Book of Daniel about?
This film is a direct adaptation of the Old Testament story of Daniel, from his captivity in Babylon to the famous lions' den incident. The G rating is due to a complete absence of profanity, sexual content, and substance use, and a very restrained depiction of violence. Parents should be aware that the story revolves…
Is there sex or nudity in The Book of Daniel?
None. There is no sexual content, dialogue, or innuendo.
How violent is The Book of Daniel?
Violence is mild and consists of implied threat and peril rather than on-screen fighting or gore. The sacking of Jerusalem is shown without combat. Characters are threatened with execution, and men are thrown into a fiery furnace (they survive miraculously)…
Is the language in The Book of Daniel appropriate for kids?
None. There is no profanity.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Book of Daniel?
None. There is no use of alcohol, tobacco, or drugs.
What mature themes appear in The Book of Daniel?
The film's primary focus is on mature themes presented in a restrained, faith-affirming manner. Core themes include religious persecution, faithfulness under threat of death, slavery, and the power of tyrannical kings. Decrees of mass execution are ordered…
How long is The Book of Daniel?
The Book of Daniel runs 88 minutes, directed by Anna Zielinski, released in 2013.
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