The Good Witch (2008) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
A mysterious woman comes in to town and inhabits the local haunted mansion, making everyone wonder if she's a witch or "The Grey Lady".
Rated PG • 2008 • 1h 29m
The Good Witch is a lighthearted mystery following Cassie Nightingale, a mysterious newcomer who settles into the supposedly haunted Grey House in the town of Middleton. As she integrates into the community, she navigates suspicion from town residents while forming a bond with the local police chief, Jake Russell. Parents should be aware of minor references to romantic relationships, mild thematic mentions of past loss and foster care… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Good Witch appropriate for kids?
The Good Witch is a lighthearted mystery following Cassie Nightingale, a mysterious newcomer who settles into the supposedly haunted Grey House in the town of Middleton. As she integrates into the community, she navigates suspicion from town residents while forming a bond with… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Good Witch
What happens in The Good Witch, moment by moment
- 0:12 ⚔ Violence & Gore 2/10
- 0:25 ♥ Sex & Nudity 2/10
- 0:30 🍷 Substances 2/10
Sex and nudity in The Good Witch
There is a brief, non-graphic conversation where Cassie suggests an essential oil that functions as an aphrodisiac for a married couple.
Violence and gore in The Good Witch
Violence is minimal and non-graphic. It consists of a dog chasing children, a woman tripping over a shop display, and brief scenes of teenage property vandalism.
Language in The Good Witch
No profanity is present in the film.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Good Witch
There is a minor, incidental reference to a character being a 'homeless alcoholic' as part of the backstory for one of the town residents.
Mature themes in The Good Witch
The film addresses mature topics such as the death of a spouse, the experience of being in foster care, and emotional themes of grief and parental loss, though these are handled with a gentle, family-friendly tone.
Scary moments in The Good Witch
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for The Good Witch 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 Good Witch appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Good Witch is best for ages 7+. It's rated PG. The Good Witch is a lighthearted mystery following Cassie Nightingale, a mysterious newcomer who settles into the supposedly haunted Grey House in the town of Middleton. As she integrates into the community, she…
What age rating does The Good Witch have?
The Good Witch is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 7+.
What is The Good Witch about?
The Good Witch is a lighthearted mystery following Cassie Nightingale, a mysterious newcomer who settles into the supposedly haunted Grey House in the town of Middleton. As she integrates into the community, she navigates suspicion from town residents while forming a bond with the local police chief, Jake Russell…
Is there sex or nudity in The Good Witch?
There is a brief, non-graphic conversation where Cassie suggests an essential oil that functions as an aphrodisiac for a married couple.
How violent is The Good Witch?
Violence is minimal and non-graphic. It consists of a dog chasing children, a woman tripping over a shop display, and brief scenes of teenage property vandalism.
Is the language in The Good Witch appropriate for kids?
No profanity is present in the film.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Good Witch?
There is a minor, incidental reference to a character being a 'homeless alcoholic' as part of the backstory for one of the town residents.
What mature themes appear in The Good Witch?
The film addresses mature topics such as the death of a spouse, the experience of being in foster care, and emotional themes of grief and parental loss, though these are handled with a gentle, family-friendly tone.
How long is The Good Witch?
The Good Witch runs 89 minutes, directed by Craig Pryce, released in 2008.
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