The King's Daughter (2022) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
King Louis XIV's quest for immortality leads him to capture and steal a mermaid's life force, a move that is further complicated by his illegitimate daughter's discovery of the creature.
Rated PG • 2022 • 1h 34m
The King's Daughter is a period fantasy involving King Louis XIV's desperate quest for immortality through the life force of a captive mermaid. Parents should be aware of moderate fantasy violence, including a character being shot and a drowning death, as well as mild suggestive elements and themes regarding the ethics of exploitation and parental abandonment. While the film features a magical creature and romantic subplots, the darker… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The King's Daughter appropriate for kids?
The King's Daughter is a period fantasy involving King Louis XIV's desperate quest for immortality through the life force of a captive mermaid. Parents should be aware of moderate fantasy violence, including a character being shot and a drowning death, as well as mild suggestive… Read more — free account
Content severity in The King's Daughter
What happens in The King's Daughter, moment by moment
- 0:05 ⚔ Violence & Gore 4/10
- 0:15 🍷 Substances 2/10
- 0:22 ♥ Sex & Nudity 3/10
Sex and nudity in The King's Daughter
The film contains mild suggestive material, primarily involving flirtatious dialogue, romantic tension, and characters dancing at a ball.
Violence and gore in The King's Daughter
Fantasy violence occurs throughout, including hunting scenes, sword fights, and a pivotal struggle near the end where a character is shot and another is drowned in a water wheel.
Language in The King's Daughter
Brief, mild language is used, with occasional instances of words like 'hell' and 'damn' appearing throughout the dialogue.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The King's Daughter
Wine is consumed by characters at formal dinners and social gatherings, consistent with the 17th-century setting.
Mature themes in The King's Daughter
The narrative explores complex themes, including the moral dilemma of exploiting a sentient being for personal gain, parental betrayal, and the fear of mortality.
Scary moments in The King's Daughter
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for The King's Daughter 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 King's Daughter appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The King's Daughter is best for ages 10+. It's rated PG. The King's Daughter is a period fantasy involving King Louis XIV's desperate quest for immortality through the life force of a captive mermaid. Parents should be aware of moderate fantasy violence, including a character…
What age rating does The King's Daughter have?
The King's Daughter is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is The King's Daughter about?
The King's Daughter is a period fantasy involving King Louis XIV's desperate quest for immortality through the life force of a captive mermaid. Parents should be aware of moderate fantasy violence, including a character being shot and a drowning death, as well as mild suggestive elements and themes regarding the…
Is there sex or nudity in The King's Daughter?
The film contains mild suggestive material, primarily involving flirtatious dialogue, romantic tension, and characters dancing at a ball.
How violent is The King's Daughter?
Fantasy violence occurs throughout, including hunting scenes, sword fights, and a pivotal struggle near the end where a character is shot and another is drowned in a water wheel.
Is the language in The King's Daughter appropriate for kids?
Brief, mild language is used, with occasional instances of words like 'hell' and 'damn' appearing throughout the dialogue.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The King's Daughter?
Wine is consumed by characters at formal dinners and social gatherings, consistent with the 17th-century setting.
What mature themes appear in The King's Daughter?
The narrative explores complex themes, including the moral dilemma of exploiting a sentient being for personal gain, parental betrayal, and the fear of mortality.
How long is The King's Daughter?
The King's Daughter runs 94 minutes, directed by Sean McNamara, released in 2022.
Where can I read the full The King's Daughter parent guide?
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