The Little Matchgirl (2006) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
An animated short based on Hans Christian Andersen's tale about a poor young girl with a burning desire to find comfort and happiness in her life. Desperate to keep warm, the girl lights the matches she sells, and envisions a very different life for herself in the fiery flames filled with images of loving relatives, bountiful food, and a place to call home.
Rated G • 2006 • 7m
This G-rated animated short from Disney is a faithful adaptation of the famously tragic Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale. While there is no sex, language, or substance use, and only the mildest peril, parents should be aware that "The Little Matchgirl" unabashedly depicts mature and sad themes, including extreme poverty, social indifference, and the on-screen death of a child. The final sequence, which shows the girl's spirit… Sign up for the full guide
Is The Little Matchgirl appropriate for kids?
This G-rated animated short from Disney is a faithful adaptation of the famously tragic Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale. While there is no sex, language, or substance use, and only the mildest peril, parents should be aware that "The Little Matchgirl" unabashedly depicts… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Little Matchgirl
What happens in The Little Matchgirl, moment by moment
- 0:01 🔥 Mature Themes 2/10
- 0:02 ⚔ Violence & Gore 1/10
- 0:03 🔥 Mature Themes 2/10
Sex and nudity in The Little Matchgirl
None. There is no sexual content.
Violence and gore in The Little Matchgirl
Violence is nearly absent. The girl is sometimes ignored or gently jostled by crowds. In one early scene, a passing carriage splashes snow on her, representing mild peril. The primary conflict is environmental, with the girl struggling against the life-threatening cold.
Language in The Little Matchgirl
None. The film is dialogue-free, with the story told through animation and a musical score.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Little Matchgirl
None. There is no substance use depicted in the film.
Mature themes in The Little Matchgirl
Despite its G rating, the film deals with very mature and sad themes. The central topics are extreme poverty, social neglect, and the death of a child from hypothermia. The narrative follows the girl's suffering and her brief moments of imagined happiness before she succumbs to the cold. The ending, where her spirit joins her grandmother's, deals with death and the afterlife in a gentle but direct way that may be difficult for young children to grasp.
Scary moments in The Little Matchgirl
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for The Little Matchgirl 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 Little Matchgirl appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Little Matchgirl is best for ages 8+. It's rated G. This G-rated animated short from Disney is a faithful adaptation of the famously tragic Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale. While there is no sex, language, or substance use, and only the mildest peril, parents should…
What age rating does The Little Matchgirl have?
The Little Matchgirl is officially rated G. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 8+.
What is The Little Matchgirl about?
This G-rated animated short from Disney is a faithful adaptation of the famously tragic Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale. While there is no sex, language, or substance use, and only the mildest peril, parents should be aware that "The Little Matchgirl" unabashedly depicts mature and sad themes, including extreme…
Is there sex or nudity in The Little Matchgirl?
None. There is no sexual content.
How violent is The Little Matchgirl?
Violence is nearly absent. The girl is sometimes ignored or gently jostled by crowds. In one early scene, a passing carriage splashes snow on her, representing mild peril. The primary conflict is environmental, with the girl struggling against the…
Is the language in The Little Matchgirl appropriate for kids?
None. The film is dialogue-free, with the story told through animation and a musical score.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Little Matchgirl?
None. There is no substance use depicted in the film.
What mature themes appear in The Little Matchgirl?
Despite its G rating, the film deals with very mature and sad themes. The central topics are extreme poverty, social neglect, and the death of a child from hypothermia. The narrative follows the girl's suffering and her brief moments of imagined happiness…
How long is The Little Matchgirl?
The Little Matchgirl runs 7 minutes, directed by Roger Allers, released in 2006.
Where can I read the full The Little Matchgirl parent guide?
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