The Good Witch's Garden (2009) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Middleton prepares for its bicentennial, and Grey House is to be the party venue. Good witch Cassie is remodeling it as B&B. her first and only guest, Nick Chasen, claims to be a distant relative. He produces papers to prove he's the heir of the builder, colonial era captain Hamblin, while the Grey lady was his mistress and stole it. Police chief and lover Jake Russell goes all the way to motivate her to fight and disprove the claim before she's effectively disowned. Brandon is dared to pass a rascals-initiation by local brat… Sign up for the full guide
Rated PG • 2009 • 1h 25m
The second film in the "Good Witch" series, "The Good Witch's Garden" earns its TV-PG rating for mild thematic elements. The main conflict involves a con artist, Nick, who tries to fraudulently claim ownership of Cassie Nightingale's home, Grey House, creating moments of emotional distress. Subplots include instances of mild peer pressure and bullying involving a child character, and a storyline about a young girl struggling with… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Good Witch's Garden appropriate for kids?
The second film in the "Good Witch" series, "The Good Witch's Garden" earns its TV-PG rating for mild thematic elements. The main conflict involves a con artist, Nick, who tries to fraudulently claim ownership of Cassie Nightingale's home, Grey House, creating moments of… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Good Witch's Garden
What happens in The Good Witch's Garden, moment by moment
- 0:12 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
- 0:26 ♥ Sex & Nudity 2/10
- 0:35 ⚔ Violence & Gore 2/10
Sex and nudity in The Good Witch's Garden
Content is very light, consisting of romantic moments between adults. Cassie and her boyfriend, Police Chief Jake Russell, share a few gentle kisses throughout the film. The central romance culminates in a marriage proposal. There is no innuendo or sexual discussion.
Violence and gore in The Good Witch's Garden
Violence is minimal and very mild. A subplot involves a boy, Brandon, being dared by some older kids to perform a mischievous act as part of a 'rascals initiation.' This is depicted as light peer pressure and bullying, without any physical altercations. The film's antagonist is a non-violent con artist who is eventually arrested without a struggle.
Language in The Good Witch's Garden
Language is not a concern in this film. There is no profanity reported.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Good Witch's Garden
Substance use is brief and incidental. During a celebratory garden party near the end of the film, adults are seen with glasses of wine. There is no drunkenness or focus on consumption.
Mature themes in The Good Witch's Garden
The primary theme is deception and fraud, as a man attempts to con Cassie out of her property through legal manipulation, causing her significant distress. Other themes include mild bullying and peer pressure, the challenge of illiteracy (handled sensitively in a subplot), and the development of a committed romantic relationship leading to marriage.
Scary moments in The Good Witch's Garden
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Good Witch's Garden appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Good Witch's Garden is best for ages 8+. It's rated PG. The second film in the "Good Witch" series, "The Good Witch's Garden" earns its TV-PG rating for mild thematic elements. The main conflict involves a con artist, Nick, who tries to fraudulently claim ownership of Cassie…
What age rating does The Good Witch's Garden have?
The Good Witch's Garden is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 8+.
What is The Good Witch's Garden about?
The second film in the "Good Witch" series, "The Good Witch's Garden" earns its TV-PG rating for mild thematic elements. The main conflict involves a con artist, Nick, who tries to fraudulently claim ownership of Cassie Nightingale's home, Grey House, creating moments of emotional distress. Subplots include instances…
Is there sex or nudity in The Good Witch's Garden?
Content is very light, consisting of romantic moments between adults. Cassie and her boyfriend, Police Chief Jake Russell, share a few gentle kisses throughout the film. The central romance culminates in a marriage proposal. There is no innuendo or sexual…
How violent is The Good Witch's Garden?
Violence is minimal and very mild. A subplot involves a boy, Brandon, being dared by some older kids to perform a mischievous act as part of a 'rascals initiation.' This is depicted as light peer pressure and bullying, without any physical altercations. The…
Is the language in The Good Witch's Garden appropriate for kids?
Language is not a concern in this film. There is no profanity reported.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Good Witch's Garden?
Substance use is brief and incidental. During a celebratory garden party near the end of the film, adults are seen with glasses of wine. There is no drunkenness or focus on consumption.
What mature themes appear in The Good Witch's Garden?
The primary theme is deception and fraud, as a man attempts to con Cassie out of her property through legal manipulation, causing her significant distress. Other themes include mild bullying and peer pressure, the challenge of illiteracy (handled sensitively…
How long is The Good Witch's Garden?
The Good Witch's Garden runs 85 minutes, directed by Craig Pryce, released in 2009.
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