The Luck of the Irish (2001) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
A teenager must battle for a gold charm to keep his family from being controlled by an evil leprechaun.
Rated G • 2001 • 1h 26m
This G-rated Disney Channel Original Movie is a lighthearted fantasy-comedy suitable for most ages. The film's rating is driven by mild, slapstick violence and some minor thematic elements. The main character, Kyle Johnson, discovers he is half-leprechaun, leading to comedic physical transformations and confrontations with a cartoonish villain. Core content concerns involve brief chases, a family member being held hostage in a… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Luck of the Irish appropriate for kids?
This G-rated Disney Channel Original Movie is a lighthearted fantasy-comedy suitable for most ages. The film's rating is driven by mild, slapstick violence and some minor thematic elements. The main character, Kyle Johnson, discovers he is half-leprechaun, leading to comedic… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Luck of the Irish
What happens in The Luck of the Irish, moment by moment
- 0:05 🔥 Mature Themes 2/10
- 0:16 ⚔ Violence & Gore 2/10
- 0:25 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
Sex and nudity in The Luck of the Irish
None. There is no sexual content, innuendo, or nudity.
Violence and gore in The Luck of the Irish
Violence is very mild, infrequent, and presented in a comedic, slapstick style. Moments include a character being knocked down during a dance, a cartoonish car chase where food is thrown at a vehicle, and characters being chased by security guards. The main conflicts are resolved through magical Gaelic sports and a basketball game, with no real-world harm or injury depicted.
Language in The Luck of the Irish
None. There is no profanity in the film.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Luck of the Irish
Substance use is not depicted. Characters are not shown drinking, smoking, or using drugs.
Mature themes in The Luck of the Irish
Thematic content is mild. The primary themes involve embracing one's cultural heritage, family conflict (a grandfather disapproves of his daughter marrying a human), and light peril. A central plot point involves a character's mother shrinking to one foot tall and the grandfather being held captive by a villain, but these events are handled with a very light, non-threatening tone suitable for children.
Scary moments in The Luck of the Irish
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for The Luck of the Irish 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 Luck of the Irish appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Luck of the Irish is best for ages 7+. It's rated G. This G-rated Disney Channel Original Movie is a lighthearted fantasy-comedy suitable for most ages. The film's rating is driven by mild, slapstick violence and some minor thematic elements. The main character, Kyle…
What age rating does The Luck of the Irish have?
The Luck of the Irish is officially rated G. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 7+.
What is The Luck of the Irish about?
This G-rated Disney Channel Original Movie is a lighthearted fantasy-comedy suitable for most ages. The film's rating is driven by mild, slapstick violence and some minor thematic elements. The main character, Kyle Johnson, discovers he is half-leprechaun, leading to comedic physical transformations and confrontations…
Is there sex or nudity in The Luck of the Irish?
None. There is no sexual content, innuendo, or nudity.
How violent is The Luck of the Irish?
Violence is very mild, infrequent, and presented in a comedic, slapstick style. Moments include a character being knocked down during a dance, a cartoonish car chase where food is thrown at a vehicle, and characters being chased by security guards. The main…
Is the language in The Luck of the Irish appropriate for kids?
None. There is no profanity in the film.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Luck of the Irish?
Substance use is not depicted. Characters are not shown drinking, smoking, or using drugs.
What mature themes appear in The Luck of the Irish?
Thematic content is mild. The primary themes involve embracing one's cultural heritage, family conflict (a grandfather disapproves of his daughter marrying a human), and light peril. A central plot point involves a character's mother shrinking to one foot…
How long is The Luck of the Irish?
The Luck of the Irish runs 86 minutes, directed by Paul Hoen, released in 2001.
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